HR Generalist Needed

 Our client, a global company based in Bergen County NJ, needs an HR Generalist (2-5 years exp.) to support the HR Director and serve as the first point of contact for HR-related queries from employees and external partners. This is a permanent opportunity w/salary range of $65-75K.  While some virtual work will be possible initially, the role will eventually report to the office daily.  Relocation will not be an option.

Candidate should have experience with HR procedures and be able to fulfill multiple administrative tasks in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

· Update internal databases (e.g. record PTO and leaves).

· Process background checks, I-9’s for new hires

· Organize and maintain employee records

· Prepare HR communications: Open enrollment, changes to benefits, Holiday Closing etc.

· Initiate new hire processing.

· Liaise with external partners, such as insurance vendors, PEO firm and ensure legal compliance

· Create regular reports and presentations on HR metrics (e.g. turnover rates, census report, new hires)

· Answer basic employee queries about HR-related issues

· Assist payroll by providing relevant employee information (e.g. leaves of absence, sick days and work schedules)

· Participate in HR projects (Performance Management, Learning/Development, Engagement initiatives)

Requirements

· Proven work experience (2-5 yrs.) as an HR Generalist, Assistant, or Coordinator. Process background checks, I-9’s for new hires.

· Experience with HR software (HRIS or HRMS)

· Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint.

· Knowledge of labor laws

· Excellent organizational skills, with an ability to prioritize important projects

· Strong phone, email and in-person communication skills

· BS in Human Resources or related major

· Hybrid work model initially with about two days needed per week at the office.

Resumes to harold@smartstaff.jobs or call Harold Levin at 908-508-0300, ext. 104.

Realistic Expectations About Virtual Work

At this time last year, the thought of a global pandemic impacting the U.S. was slowly developing while most of us went about our daily routines. With minimal warnings from federal and state governments, few prepared for the massive shutdown which was about to take place.

I actually think we have held up pretty well. Some of us have been more proactive in taking care of ourselves and our families while others have ignored restrictions. There are very few who have not lost friends or family or dealt with Covid 19 at some level.

As usual, our society is trying its best to function. We are not the types who can lock down for more than a few weeks without going crazy but perhaps that is a bad thing. Taking a step back in has helped some states get control better than others.

When it comes to the workplace, not all professions align with virtual work. Some fields need to remain open and others are realizing that remote work is not successful. Keeping that in mind, job seekers need to be realistic. For example, if you are adamant about working from home, do not apply for a job in a medical office or retail setting expecting that you can be virtual. Should virtual be your choice, use common sense when applying for jobs you could actually be comfortable with.

First Job

 As I have previously blogged, I found my first post-college employment by signing up for every interview the Career Services office made available to me, probably about fifteen of them. In addition, I researched the Sunday classifieds of the The Philadelphia Inquirer, The Star-Ledger, and The New York Times every week for about four months. That was in 1980 when the world was much different but we were in the midst of a massive recession then so there are parallels.

Of course, today's process is much more electronic in nature. Please share your experiences finding your first job (post college or high school) in the comments box. If comfortable, please let us know what year (decade if you prefer) this took place!

Setting Yourself Up to Fail?

 Phone calls like the one I received today make me wonder if there are actually people who personally sabotage their job search efforts to avoid returning to the workplace. An individual returned my call and email from 12/30/20 this afternoon, 2/18/21. At first, I thought the latest onslaught of winter weather had caused me to have a mental lapse but then I realized this was happening in real time.

The individual only checks emails sporadically as she rarely see 'any good emails' and it sounds like she waits for her voice mailbox to be full before checking messages. The candidate was surprised that jobs I phoned her about almost six weeks back were full! Her expectations regarding salary and location were extremely unrealistic.

As I have said in previous posts, only you can put yourself back to work. Others can help guide and coach but you have to remain in charge. Causing yourself to fail should never be acceptable!!

Part-time Work

Our client, a medical office located in Berkeley Heights NJ, is in need of a part-time (about 18 hours but could increase) assistant. Need good computer skills. Will be involved with helping prepare patients for their appointments. Good customer service skills necessary. Prior medical exp. is NOT needed. Resumes to harold@smartstaff.jobs or call Harold Levin at 908-508-0300, ext. 104. 

Career Networking Opportunities

 

Recurring Meetings

Sundays from 9:00 – 9:30 am: George Pace, an IT Technology Leader, in Partnership with TBCNJ, host a weekly LIVE Webinar every Sunday to discuss:

•    The latest Federal / State news as it relates to the Job Market

•    Updates related to Unemployment

•    Discuss proactive job search activities

To access the webinar, visit:www.facebook.com/keeppace. In the left-hand column, click on Videos, then click on the video that says LIVE. If you don't see the LIVE button, it hasn't started yet. For questions, please contact George Pace at: keeppace@gmail.com.

Every Monday Morning, 9:30am to 11:30am, (GMT-06:00) America/Chicago     “VIRTUAL” JOB SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS Every Monday Morning Organizer: Mike Ritter StHubertJobMinistry@groups.io  View Event 

The Saint Hubert Job and Networking Ministry continues in its mission to assist the job seeker and job changer with the introduction of “virtual” Job Support Group meetings, via Zoom.

The meetings are a way to address your careering and job connection concerns with one of our team members, as well as one another, learn more about the resources available to job seekers, and to share information and support with a small group of attendees.

If you would like to register for this event:

1. Send an email, with the name of the event, Job Support Group, to Mike Ritter, at StHubertJobMinistry@groups.io

2. You will receive an invitation to Zoom.com, a video conferencing platform, to join the group on your computer, tablet, or mobile device

3. Click on the link, within that email invitation, to join the “Job Support Group”, on Zoom.com.

Please send any questions to Mike Ritter at StHubertJobMinistry@groups.io

The WNO (Westchester Networking Organization) meets the third Monday of each month.  During the COVID pandemic, we are meeting via Zoom at 5:45 p.m. The WNO is a community that is supportive and welcoming to those who are in transition and that fosters career fulfillment for all professionals, including those fully employed. We provide an opportunity to network across industries, fields and organizations.  Our monthly meetings include networking time as well as a presentation on a topic relevant to job search and career development. The contact e-mail ID for the WNO, wno1635@gmail.com.

 

Tuesdays, Northern NJ Professionals in Transition (#NNJ_PIT) is proud to announce it is hosting Zoom meetings led by longtime group facilitator and career coach, Tony Calabrese, of Absolute Transitions, LLC. These will be held on alternating Tuesdays from 10am-12pm. Be sure to check our webpage for the most up-to-date info, including webinar descriptions, at: bit.ly/PT2021sched. Login instructions will be provided the day prior to each session. Registration closes at 8am the morning of each webinar. If you have any questions, email: tony@absolutetransitions.com.

Every Tuesday 1-2:00pm, Join Ken Lang for Linkedin Lunch and Learn register here  https://www.meetup.com/Weekly-LinkedIn-Lunch-and-Learn/ .

Tuesdays, Neighbors-helping-Neighbors USA is a grassroots, volunteer, networking organization that is widely respected and recognized for its work in career advancement and job search support.  Zoom based meetings are held every Tuesday between 7:00pm to 7:40pm.  Registration is required through NhN’s website (www.nhnusa.org).

Every Wednesday at 9:30, psgmc (Professional Services Group Morris County) presents a virtual meeting.  They provide relevant speakers to help with your job search, as well as provide a forum to networks. If you would like to attend our meetings please email Dale at dfavia@optonline.net for Zoom Meeting ID and Password.

Every other Wednesday from 6:00-7:30pm The Resilience Circle has provided an opportunity for people to share their frustrations and anxieties about job loss and subsequent job search with their peers. We will introduce tools and techniques from wisdom teachers that will provide job seekers with alternative ways to work through their transition period and consciously change their mindset.  The group will meet every other Wednesday from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. 

Expectations We ask the following of each member: Commit to being willing and open to explore and take action from the wisdom thought leaders and various self-care activities, and actively participate in all group discussions and study topics that are presented.

If you are interested in participating, please email Michele Martin at mmmartin@rutgers.edu. 

1st and 3rd Thursday of the month The Northwest New Jersey Career Club (NWNJCC) led by Nancy Mackowiak, will conduct an ONLINE ZOOM Meeting regarding current job search issues and challenges. This group previously met at the Mount Olive Public Library. To join the meeting, join the Facebook group 'Northwest New Jersey Career Club' and a Zoom invitation will be sent to you, a day before the meeting.

Every Thursday at 1:30pm, join The New Start Career Network (NSCN) for an hour of open discussion and support with Michele Martin, Marc Strano, and Maria Heidkamp. The agenda is based on your needs and questions. To learn more, visit the NSCN website at https://www.newstartcareernetwork.org/ or email us at 'Ask NSCN' nscn@ejb.rutgers.edu if you have questions.

The Professional Service Group (PSG) of Mercer County is a community program providing enrichment seminars for professionals in transition who are seeking new employment opportunities or exploring new career paths. PSG of Mercer County meets each Friday morning at 10:00am. Meetings are always free, open to all, and do NOT require you to register in advance. Please check the PSG of Mercer County website Event Calendar for upcoming programs: https://www.psgofmercercounty.org/p/event-calendar.html.

There will be no PSG of Mercer County meetings on Friday, December 25 & Friday, January 1 due to the Christmas and New Year holiday week!

 

1st and 3rd Saturday of the month Careers in Transition (CIT, read about us at https://www.christchurchshorthills.org/parish-life/church-fellowship/careers-in-transition1/ )  meets virtually on ZOOM.  Virtual business cards are shared using ZOOM chat.

To have your resume reviewed, please send it in a doc or docx format to Carol McCullagh (mccullaghcarol@yahoo.com) AND Glenn Resnicoff (gresnicoff@gmail.com) by 4pm the Friday before the meeting.

REGISTRATION USING THE CIT GOOGLE FORM IS REQUIRED by 4PM Friday before the meeting using https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdixw9sWuOVUkACon_LioMt3xdw79v94u-fmjYRmrD-Hx9H1Q/viewform Google will acknowledge your form submission.  CIT will send you the Zoom link on Friday night. Please check your spam folder.  

The New York Science, Industry and Business Library , located at 188 Madison Avenue @ 34th Street, New York, NY 10016-4314, offers an extensive series of weekly programs pertaining to job search, training, and career advice. In addition, the library has numerous training classes on Microsoft Office, including: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Check it out; you will be glad that you did. Inquiries about programs may be made by calling 917-275-6975, Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm.  Click on their link at: http://www.nypl.org/events/calendar?location=65 for a detailed list of upcoming classes.  In addition to these great in-person classes, the library also recorded some of the presentations and they are available 24/7 on-line at: http://www.nypl.org/node/90324 .  Check them out; I am sure you will be pleasantly surprised by the amount of helpful information awaiting you.

 

2021 Virtual Transition Support Meetings

I2/15/21 – Learn From Latman Series - Virtual Meeting via Zoom – 4:00pm – 5:00pm “Preparing and Performing Your Best in the Online Interview” During today’s economic downturn and the large number of employed people, it is really necessary to stand out from all the other candidates. You really need to excel during your interview.  Marty Latman, will explain the things you need to do and know regarding the online interview process. Learn about the information research you need to do prior to the event, the technical equipment you need, and the things you need to say to be the best you can be on the interview. Marty Latman martylatman@gmail.com

Monday, February 15th at 7:00 Suffern Professional Networking Team meeting Let me know if you are planning on attending. Below is information on how to access the meeting. Jeff’s Zoom Info

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/4088743824?pwd=ejBqSkFiN29tVk42YWQ0dXZ0cnhTdz09

 

Meeting ID: 408 874 3824

Password: gohome2020

 

Dial by your location

        +1 929 436 2866 US (New York)

        +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown)

        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)

        +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)

        +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)

        +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)

Meeting ID: 408 874 3824

Password: 430491

Jeffrey Getz uconnsmiles@gmail.com

Tuesday, 2/16 at 10:00 a.m.Professional Services Group of Central New Jersey, Money-Saving Strategies during a Career Transition

Bill LaChance and Sean Lovison discuss money-saving strategies to help manage cash flow during a career transition. Topics include medical insurance through the Affordable Care Act, strategies to take advantage of shifting marginal tax rates impacted by the new tax law, and the advantages/disadvantages of 401K/403b rollovers. Bill and Sean are certified financial planners at W.J.L. Financial Advisors.

Zoom meeting Access:

Meeting link: https://lnkd.in/eFmwyHR 

Meeting ID: 525-652-585

Dial-in phone only: 646-558-8656

Tuesday, February 16, 2021, 5 - 6:30 p.m. The New York Public Library presents “Early Career Decisions: What to Focus on, What to Relax On”.  Details will be emailed upon registration.ASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing accessibility@nypl.org. Your first set of decisions in your career can be the most difficult. What do I want to be when I grow up? What do I need to study? What am I qualified for? What kind of company should I work for? Who should I look up to? (Head spinning).. so many more questions!! In this workshop, Bradley Michelson discusses the mindset needed to get through these decisions, potential strategies, and case studies of a few professionals’ initial career pathways..

Registration is required for this webinar - Click Here to Register

Tuesday, February 16, 2021 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM (EDT) , The Tuesday evening NJ JobSeekers group, normally at Trinity Church in Princeton, is moving online for the duration.

Web site: https://sites.google.com/site/njjobseekers/home Tuesday meeting permalink: https://sites.google.com/site/njjobseekers/hot-link-to-this-weeks-online-meeting

Wed Feb 17th, 6:00-9:00pm Central time, NSENG presents 3-Hour Online Workshop: “HOW TO CREATE & IMPLEMENT AN EFFECTIVE JOB SEARCH PLAN” $80.00    Speaker:  Marty Gilbert, NSENG Founder/CEO & Job Search Coach Due to the Coronavirus situation, this will be an online event via the Zoom platform. If you have any questions about the workshop please email me at martygilbert1@gmail.com… no refunds for no-shows. See below for comments from past attendees of this workshop.

Registration closes at 5:45pm on Feb 17th. Click HERE to view details and/or register for this online workshop

Thursday, February 18th, 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Interfaith Career Network presents: "Questions/Answers with the Career Coach" with Jody Ericksen, Certified Advanced Career Coach. Join Jody via Zoom. It is said that searching for a job is the hardest job will ever have. You likely had years of experience in your previous position.  However, you are a novice at job search and much has changed since your last search.  Networking during a pandemic?   Video interviews?  ATS systems?  One or two-page resume?  Jody will welcome any and all questions and address job search questions you may have not yet thought about. Have your questions answered and learn from the questions of other job seekers. Jody offers her integrated background in Psychology, Business Administration, and Professional Coaching to bring original tools and techniques to enhance your Career Development toolkit. 

Join Zoom Meeting, click on the link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87834148973?pwd=ZkJSZC9wbkxURWFtcU12aUlXeC9mdz09

(Note: If you have problems accessing the meeting, copy the Zoom link and paste into your web browser.) . The link to this ZOOM meeting can also be found on the ICN website at http://www.interfaithcareernetwork.org/calendar. Everyone is welcome and there is no cost to attend.

Friday, February 19, 2021, 12 - 1:30 p.m. The New York Public Library presents “The Must-have Skills to Secure Your Future”, Details will be emailed upon registration ASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing accessibility@nypl.org. There are some career skills that you really can’t succeed without! Find out what these are and plan on practicing some of the most beneficial skills to set yourself up for long-term success. If you have a friend or family member who can join you, you’ll benefit even more from having a partner in the workshop. (If not, no problem at all!) Bradley Michelson also discusses the skills in trending job areas that you’ll be able to use no matter what stage of your career you are in.Registration is required for this webinar - Click Here to Register

Saturday, FEBRUARY 20, 2021  8:30-10:30 a.m.

CAREER SUPPORT GROUP (CSG) at St. Gregory the Great in Hamilton, NJ. 

Marty Latman will present "Creating a Powerful Resume Leading to Interviews." Visit careersupportgroup.org for event login information (virtual only due to COVID). No cost. All welcome.  •••• Does your resume attract attention from potential employers and recruiters? Does your resume separate you from the crowd? Are you having problems creating a resume that helps you get the job you want? Does your resume lead to interviews? If you are answering “No” to any of these questions, you need to hear Marty Latman.

Saturday, 2/20/21 Join Brenda Meller and her guests  for a half-day "LinkedIn Live-A-Thon" #linkedinliveathon for those in career transition or considering a career move in 2021.On event day, this will stream live at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendameller/detail/recent-activity/shares/

Tomorrow's LI Live-a-thon features several speakers including NJ's own Alex Freund!

 

https://www.linkedin.com/events/feb2021linkedin-live-a-thonforj6759197500302753792/

 

Saturday, 2/20/21, Join us (StMatthiasEmploymentMinistry) for a half-day "LinkedIn Live-A-Thon" #linkedinliveathon for those in career transition or considering a career move in 2021. On event day, this will stream live at:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendameller/detail/recent-activity/shares/

10-10:30am ET  How to Use Personal Branding to Get Noticed, Remembered and Results. SPEAKER: Rob Levinson https://www.linkedin.com/in/roblevinson/

10:30-11am ET  Pivoting to Self-Employment: What You Need to Know NOW. PANELISTS: Chris Bell https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisbell3rd/ and Demond Raybon https://www.linkedin.com/in/firstbeststeps/

11-11:30am ET  #SalaryNegotiation in 2021: Getting Paid Fair Market Value. SPEAKER: Heather Coleman-Voss. https://www.linkedin.com/in/heathercolemanvoss/

11:30am-12noon ET  Communication tips for job seekers. SPEAKER: Pam Lippitt https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalippitt/

12-12:30pm ET Mindset During Job Search. SPEAKER: Diana Darling https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianedarling/

12:30-1pm ET  How to Build Rapport in a Video Interview. Speaker: Alex Freund https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexfreund-interviewcoach/

1-1:30pm ET "Reverse-engineering" the job search. Speaker: Joel Lalgee https://www.linkedin.com/in/bestrecruiterever1/

1:30-2pm ET  Working But Looking: Using LinkedIn in "stealth" mode. SPEAKER: Brenda Meller https://www.linkedin.com/in/brendameller/

Monday, 2/22 at 10:00 a.m.Professional Services Group of Central New Jersey, Training Questions in JarGet your top job search questions answered by joining this interactive Q&A session. While our jar is full, the PSGCNJ Training team encourages attendees to submit their burning questions in advance to the Questions in a Jar committee by Friday, February 19, to be sure we answer them or come ready to ask them that day. The open meeting format encourages attendees to share their stories and experiences, learning from one another while networking for advice, information, and potential referrals. 

Zoom meeting Access:

Meeting link: https://lnkd.in/eFmwyHR 

Meeting ID: 525-652-585

Dial-in phone only: 646-558-8656

 

2/22/21 – Learn From Latman Series - Virtual Meeting via Zoom – 4:00pm – 5:00pm “Winning the Perfect Role Today”  As you look for that perfect role, you inevitably will be asked – “So tell me about yourself”. You will be asked this question when you meet people at a networking event, at an interview, an informal or formal event, encountering people at the local cleane Marty Latman martylatman@gmail.com

Monday, February 22nd, 2021 from 5:45 pmto 8:30 pm Please join us for our February 2021 WNO ZOOM Meeting In Transition?Please join us for our February 2021 WNO ZOOM Meeting Aundrea De Leon presents ‘Nothing in Life Changes Until You Do!’ How to Stand Out & Learn to demonstrate your competitive edge with 10 characteristics of a Value Driven Professional?

Monday, February 22, 2021, 6 - 7:30 p.m., The New York Public Library presents “Career Management for Introverts”. Details will be emailed upon registration. ASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing accessibility@nypl.org. In managing our career we have to be regularly in touch with people who we don’t know well and whose good opinion we need. This puts us in the awkward position of talking to and potentially wanting favors from people we are not yet friendly with. Join career coach Win Sheffield to learn ways to move ahead in the face of shyness and reluctance to talk to strangers. 

Registration is required for this webinar - Click Here to Register

Monday, Feb. 22 at 8pm Suffern Networking Group -The Career Management Group offers support to those who are unemployed or under-employed. They will host a Q&A Session for job searchers. Existing members receive meeting notices & Zoom links as well as access to: A network of experienced Career Management volunteers and fellow job searchers to help with your search; Information about Job Search events and resources all around the area; & a web site where all messages and resources are saved. To join the Career Management Network please email presentationcareermanagement@outlook.com with your name, email address and a brief introduction.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021,  10:00am - 12:00pm, Monmouth County Workforce Development, Please reserve your seat by going to:  http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=gy5ejadab&oeidk=a07ehi4xwxr12cb2716  and registering for this workshop. Seats are limited! **PLEASE Only 1 reservation per email address is allowed. If others are interested in attending, they MUST have their own email address** Build clarity, confidence, and connection forthe interview process and to land your next role! By, Amy Scialdone, PCC, CPC.What you will learn: In this interactive workshop we will focus on developing your story, building confidence by breaking through blocks holding you back and preparing you to connect with ease during the interview process:

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2021, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Monmouth Couty Workforce Development presents FREE CAREER WEBINAR, Build clarity, confidence, and connection for the interview process and to land your next role! By, Amy Scialdone, PCC, CPC Please reserve your seat by going to: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=gy5ejadab&oeidk=a07ehi4xwxr12cb2716 Seats are limited!

**PLEASE Only 1 reservation per email address is allowed. If others are interested in attending, they MUST have their own email address**