HR Generalist Jobs in New Jersey

A Human Resources (HR) Generalist is a professional who manages the day-to-day operations of human resource functions and duties. They carry a wide range of responsibilities, including recruitment and selection, onboarding new hires, providing training and development opportunities, managing compensation and benefits, ensuring legal compliance, and handling employee relations matters. They also play a crucial role in developing and implementing HR policies and systems that align with the company's strategy. They act as a bridge between management and employees, ensuring smooth communication and promptly addressing demands, grievances or other issues.

Key skills needed for an HR Generalist include strong interpersonal and communication skills, problem-solving abilities, decision-making skills, and proficiency in HRIS and related software. Professional certifications such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) are valuable additions to their profile. Prior to becoming an HR Generalist, individuals often gain experience in roles such as HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, or Recruitment Specialist. These roles allow them to understand the functioning of a HR department and develop necessary skills before moving into a Generalist position.

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Human Resources Generalist (Bilingual)

  • Synerfac Technical Staffing
  • High Bridge, NJ
  • 7 hours ago
  • High Bridge, NJ
  • 7 hours ago

relations, payroll, and benefits administration. * Strong knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, HRIS systems, and payroll processes; ADP experience preferred. * Excellent organizational, communication...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • HunterdonHealthcare
  • Flemington, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Flemington, NJ
  • 1 day ago

relations, or training and development Preferred: 2 years HR Generalist experience preferred; experience in a hospital or health care setting preferred License, Registry or Certification : Required...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Willingboro, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Familiarity with benefit administration, basic HR and Employee Relations functions, payroll administration, and state and federal employment laws....

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HR Generalist - Holman GHQ

  • Holman
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Working knowledge of employment law, FMLA, compensation practices, organizational development, employee relations, safety, and training preferred....

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Human Resources Representative

  • Atrium Staffing
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Client Overview: Our client is a manufacturing organization seeking a Human Resources Representative to support employee relations, engagement, onboarding, and compliance....

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Human Resources Generalist

  • ZT Systems
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Secaucus, NJ
  • 2 days ago

The primary focus of the HR Generalist role will be to support our manufacturing and warehouse operations in Secaucus, NJ....

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Human Resources Generalist

  • FirstService Corporation
  • Eatontown, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Eatontown, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Job Responsibilities Employee Relations: Conduct workplace investigations within the designated footprint including the interviewing of complainants, witnesses, & accused when employee relations cases...

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HR Generalist

  • Airborne Systems North America
  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Pennsauken, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Employee Relations & Support Support employee relations processes, including investigations and disciplinary meetings. Assist with exit interviews and termination procedures....

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Human Resources Generalist - Bilingual

  • Chefs Warehouse
  • Greenwich, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenwich, NJ
  • 4 days ago

Start training in all areas of the HR Generalist Function- benefits, worker's compensation, safety, employee relations, compliance, and employee relations. Start to understand how to source data....

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HR Generalist, Office of SMD Operations

  • FTI Consulting, Inc.
  • Roseland, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Roseland, NJ
  • 4 days ago

About The Role The HR Generalist, Global SMD Operations, is responsible for the day-to-day operational success of the SMD Office....

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HR Specialist - COL

  • Siemens Energy
  • Bogota, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Bogota, NJ
  • 5 days ago

About the Role Location Colombia Cundinamarca Bogota Remote vs. Office Hybrid (Remote/Office) Company Siemens Healthcare S.A.S. Organization Labor Director Business Unit Human Resources Full /...

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HR Generalist - Consulting

  • EisnerAmper LLP
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ
  • 6 days ago

Support employee relations, performance management, handbook updates, counseling, and exit interviews....

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HR Generalist

  • Manpower
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 6 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ
  • 6 days ago

broad HR Generalist support across our NA and Global Functions HR teams....

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Human Resources Intern

  • Springpoint Senior Living
  • Denville, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Denville, NJ
  • 7 days ago

The Oaks at Denville is seeking a highly motivated Human Resources Intern to join our team! The Oaks at Denville is a Springpoint senior living community in Denville, NJ. We are looking for an HR...

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Human Resources Generalist

  • Marriott Hotels & Resorts
  • Newark, NJ
  • 7 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 7 days ago

Create and maintain new hire and personnel files and enter them into Human Resources Information Systems. Assist with orientation of new employees....

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HR Generalist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
WISDOM - Tomorrow’s Doctor, Today: Supporting Today’s Expert Generalist GP
General Practitioner (GP) roles are changing and so is the scope of professional skills needed for clinical practice. Healthcare professionals are more often confronted with complex problems,...
Strategic HR Management
This course is about both the design and execution of human resource management strategies. This course has two central themes: (1) How to think systematically and strategically about aspects of...

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Salary for HR Generalist Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.


Highest Education Level

HR Generalists in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.5%
Master's Degree
28.7%
Associate's Degree
7.0%
High School or GED
6.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
5.0%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Generalists in New Jersey
4-6 years
50.9%
1-2 years
30.0%
2-4 years
7.8%
Less than 1 year
4.6%
6-8 years
4.6%
None
1.6%
10+ years
0.5%



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