Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Company: Children's Museum Of Pittsburgh
behalf of children, youth and families. We have a vision to transform education. We believe people of all ages can benefit from different types of learning experiences. Benefits : We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Account, and Life Insurance.
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick and Holidays). Floating Holiday, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Short and Long Term Disability, Educational Assistance and Professional Development. Free Museum membership. Parking at a discounted price. About the Role: The Human Resources Generalist plays a key role in administration of HR programs and policies; including but
not limited to recruitment and talent retention programs, benefits administration, HRIS data and personnel records, and maintaining confidential and legally compliant information.
In collaboration with the Director of HR and the Finance Team, the Human Resources Generalist supports financial audits, payroll changes, and various annual reports. This role acts as the internal customer service point of contact for employees, and practices effective employee relations by resolving issues through policy application or identifying when matters should be escalated to the Director for additional support. Responsibilities: Upholds the museum's commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility,
and justice through equitable HR practices that promote both effective and legally compliant workplace policies and procedures.
Assists hiring managers in recruitment and hiring efforts to ensure appropriate staffing levels in support of the mission of the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh. Coordinates and recommends recruitment opportunities focused on attracting and retaining diverse talent. Manages job postings and applicant flow using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS). Directly handles candidate notifications and ensures timely responses to internal and external applicants throughout the hiring process. Directly handles administration of all benefit programs; including but not limited to providing information and disclosures to benefit-eligible employees, entering new enrollments into insurance carrier or third-party administrator portals, processing terminations and changes due to qualifying life events, ensuring accuracy of benefit-election payroll deductions, communicating COBRA eligibility, coordination of annual open enrollment activities, distribution of compliance-related benefit plan disclosures, and serves as the primary point of contact for employees with benefit-related questions.
Maintains personnel files, department records, and HRIS data in accordance with applicable laws and HR best practices.
Assists with onboarding of new staff. Coordinates new hire HR training and completion of all HR documentation. Generates special reports and analysis of key HR metrics (turnover rates, time to fill, EE0-1 reports, OSHA logs) as requested. Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verifications. Administers FMLA and leave policies, and tracking of paid time off programs. Tracks completion and receipt of annual performance evaluations and related personnel change documentation. Other tasks: Tracks and oversees compliance with internship and volunteer programs, including receipt of educational documentation, progress reports, and necessary clearances.
Provides information to the Development staff for grants and other fundraising reports. Distributes information and announcements to employees as requested (for example - benefit program communications, general events, paid time off updates, etc. ). Updates and maintains HR forms on the company intranet for employee access. Participates on HR related committees, e. g. Staffing Committee, DEAI Committee and/or Safety Committee. Makes photocopies; mails, scans and emails documents; and performs other administrative functions as needed.
Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree or Associate's degree in Human Resources or a related field and/or SHRM or HRCI certification preferred. Experience: 2-3 years of related HR experience required. Experience with managing HRIS, ATS, and Payroll systems strongly preferred. Skills: Exceptional oral and written communication skills, as demonstrated by ability to effectively communicate with a variety of audiences (employees, third-party-administrators, external contacts) and represent the museum in a professional manner.
Attention to detail to ensure accuracy of personnel, payroll, and compliance data. Judgement and discretion to appropriately handle confidential employee information. Demonstrates understanding of HR's role in employee relations and policy application, and escalates matters as needed for additional follow-up. Microsoft Office and HR Software skills necessary to perform essential functions of the role. Physical Requirements, and Equipment Usage: Predominantly sedentary type position; however, may move about as necessary for filing or completion of other tasks. May occasionally lift up to 15 lbs.
when handling boxes for record retention. Work Environment, Hours of Work, and Travel Requirements: Position will include both remote-work opportunities with some on-site work required at the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh's HR office. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Clearances: PA Child Abuse History Certification (Act 33), PA State Criminal Record Check (Act 34), and FBI Clearances are required. Vaccination Policy : Our commitment to safety currently includes the requirement that all staff members be vaccinated for the COVID-19 virus, unless an exemption has been granted or otherwise in compliance with our Mandatory Vaccination Policy for the COVID-19 virus.
The Children's Museum of Pittsburgh provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, interaction (including pregnancy), interactionual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic or trait protected by local, state, or federal law. Ready to apply? Please complete our online application found at: pittsburghkids.
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