Position Title: HR GENERALIST - NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY DINING - BOSTON, MA

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.

We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.

Job Summary

Working as the HR Generalist, your primary focus will be to support the Human Resources function so that it meets both the needs of the business and of our associates. The HR Generalist will support the following functional areas: associate relations, HR specific training, HR legal requirements and compliance, development and revision of HR policies and procedures, associate engagement survey action plan follow up, performance and merit increase monitoring, hiring non-exempt associates and managing data associated with bonus administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensures all Company HR related policies are applied consistently.

• Objectively coaches associates and management through complex and difficult issues. Provides guidance to management on appropriate disciplinary action. Assists with on-site investigations.

• Oversees MyOpportunity for hourly recruitment and onboarding.

• Maintains and coordinates associate recognition programs.

• Ensures compliance with all federal and state laws.

• Regularly runs and/or reviews HR activity reports.

• Supports internal customer survey and associate engagement survey interpretation/feedback process.

• Attends department manager meetings to increase HR visibility, conducts classroom training, provides assistance and implements HR initiatives.

• Reviews any request for pay increases or other status changes to ensure internal equity and consistency. Process status change forms.

• Prepares, coordinates and presents HR related topics and other HR related training.

• Acts as the diversity champion by leading assigned tasks and corporate diversity activities including diversity recruiting, retention and promotion goals.

• Assists in the creation of Personal Development Plans, as appropriate, for associates.

• Participates in the Annual Performance Appraisal process.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.

• PHR or SPHR designation strongly preferred.

• Three plus years human resources generalist experience required; management experience a plus.

• HR experience at a large, multi-unit organization required.

• Previous experience as part of a centralized HR environment, preferably in a corporate setting.

• Prior experience in handling HR functions within unionized settings, including familiarity with collective bargaining and labor relations is preferred.

• Intermediate Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint skills; advanced skills preferred.

• Experience responding to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies or members of the business community.

• Strong presentation skills required.

• Training certification a plus (i.e. Zenger-Miller, Stephen Covey, etc.).

Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!

Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/ AD

• Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

• Associate Shopping Program

• Health and Wellness Programs

• Discount Marketplace

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here (https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_ChartwellsHED.pdf) for paid time off benefits information