Human Resources Generalist

Our team is growing, and JCC Greater Boston has created new Human Resources positions to support the achievement of our strategic priorities!  

Our new Human Resources (HR) Generalist position is envisioned as a critical member of our dynamic HR team performing general day-to-day administration of vital HR programs and services. Reporting to the Human Resources Director, the HR Generalist collaborates to ensure effective administration of HR practices, researches and incorporates industry best practices, and aligns services with JCC values to achieve our strategic goals, objectives, and best-in-class aspirations.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to an actively developing HR operation and positively enhance our genuinely valued services. JCC Greater Boston is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston’s core values - Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation - which resonate with many who do not identify as Jewish.

Interacting with employees to ensure that HR is fully accessible to the organization and as the initial point of contact for employees, this role is responsible for effectively triaging requests for HR services, providing timely responses, fostering high-quality HR services, and owning administrative processes such as Unemployment Claims processing, employment verifications, completing and issuing hiring letters, supporting benefits and workers compensation processing, overseeing employee records retention, and supporting other HR, recruitment and employment processes.

Connecting with employees at all levels, this professional ensures that our employees receive accurate and precise information, are well guided/advised on policies and procedures, and experience excellent HR services. Collaborating with the HR team, this position strives to foster efficient and effective operations and workflows, and contributes to system/program improvements. Our primary object is to strengthen HR services, practices and operations fostering excellent services so each employee thrives in their employment with JCC Greater Boston.

The HR Generalist will work closely with the Director and other HR team members to contribute to the successful execution of several annual strategic priorities (initiatives and projects). Experience, skill set, area of interest, area of adept knowledge, and other strengths will determine project assignments. Current projects include co-creating and implementing an employee exit interview and survey program, a best-in-class onboarding program and Welcome/Benefits Orientation, a New Manager Orientation/Onboarding Program, and updating and revamping our employee policies and procedures handbooks.

Standard staff expectations include and are not limited to:

• Actively create a welcoming dynamic that contributes to an environment where each individual is valued and respected
• Actively participate as an essential Human Resources and management team member
• Support JCC Greater Boston’s mission, vision, and values of belonging, joyfulness, collaboration, and transformation, including through role modeling
• Enthusiastically represent the organization; model excellence and achievement
• Attend JCCGB All Staff meetings and other meetings as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing! 

This is a full-time, salaried position offering a comprehensive benefits package, a supportive work environment with hybrid work options, and a competitive starting salary of $58,000 – $72,000 annually. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications and experience, and JCC's internal equity.

About JCC Greater Boston

Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connections, learning, and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.

JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly, and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey, staff rated their direct management and organizational alignment experiences close to 90% positive. If you want to upgrade your working experience and have a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.

To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/

JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Requirements

Education and Experience: The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field and 3-5 years of progressive experience in Human Resources. Human Resources certification and demonstrated working knowledge of/success in a non-profit environment are a plus. Experience or knowledge of HRIS, payroll, or benefits administration systems/platforms is preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC’s discretion to meet minimum criteria.

Skills and Abilities include and are not limited to:

• Must be proficient with software and computer applications and proficient in Microsoft Suite/Web-based products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Good project management, meeting deadlines with attention to detail, and maintaining high-quality standards
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to manage situations effectively and diplomatically and adapt to evolving needs and circumstances
• Must be a self-starter who takes the initiative
• Must display superb interpersonal and active listening skills; superb communication skills (written and oral)
• Works independently and with others, building/sustaining collaborative working relationships
• Ability to build strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders

Physical Requirements:  

• Able to focus and produce in a busy, dynamic and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities.
• Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 30 pounds (supplies, files, archive boxes etc.); able to bend, crouch, reach to manage physical personnel files
• This is standard office work frequently using a computer as a desk; requires the ability to sit/stand for long periods of time at a desk.
• This is a hybrid position; some essential duties may be performed remotely, while some requires in-person/on-site presence 2-3 days per week.

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Benefits

In addition to a rewarding career within our mission-driven, values-driven, and family-centric environment, JCC Greater Boston proudly offers full-time employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive cost-sharing Health and Dental Insurance
• JCC Sponsored/Paid Health Reimbursement Account
• JCC Sponsored/Paid Group Life Insurance/LTD Coverage
• Generous paid time off supporting a quality work-life balance
• Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Voluntary Supplemental Vision Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Supplemental Life/ADD coverage for you and your family
• AbilityAssist Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Norton Cyber Security Program
• LegalEase Insurance program

JCCGB Perks! Each employee receives a free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton – offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities, as well as discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more! Complimentary individual membership includes:

• Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
• Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates,
• Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
• Free wellness events!
• Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program
• Discounted JCCGB camp tuition

Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant.

A Great Place to Work! JCC Greater Boston is consciously evolving as a great place to work! In our recent 2023 employee engagement survey, at least 88% of our staff gave us top ratings on:

• Supportive colleagues
• Team camaraderie
• How their managers treat them
• Individual autonomy
• Knowing what their work contributes to and how it impacts others
• Pride in working for the JCC
• Program and service quality
• Holding ourselves accountable    

Our staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.