Human Resources Generalist

Human Resources Generalist

Location: Cranston, RI

Company: Ross-Simons, America’s Favorite Jeweler

Overview:

Ross-Simons is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to join our team in Cranston, RI. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across multiple HR functions, including benefits administration, recruiting, employee relations, compliance, and event planning.

If you are a results-driven HR professional with a passion for creating impactful initiatives and managing day-to-day HR operations in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

Benefits Administration

• Manage employee enrollments, terminations, and plan updates while conducting monthly invoice audits.
• Ensure compliance with ACA reporting and workers’ compensation requirements.
• Serve as a key liaison for vendor communications and handle compliance processes for leave of absence (LOA), FMLA, and return-to-work documentation.

Talent Acquisition

• Lead recruiting efforts for non-managerial roles, from job postings and resume reviews to interviews and hiring decisions.
• Coordinate in-person interview scheduling and manage seasonal hiring initiatives, including job fairs, onboarding, and offboarding.

Employee Relations and Support

• Provide timely responses to employee inquiries regarding payroll, PTO, policies, and workplace processes.
• Offer guidance on attendance, disciplinary matters, and policy clarifications.
• Draft and distribute employee communications, including announcements for new hires, promotions, and organizational updates.

Employee Engagement and Recognition

• Plan and execute engaging employee events, such as recognition programs, team-building activities, and milestone celebrations.
• Manage event logistics, including vendor coordination, awards, and social media coverage.

HR Operations and Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records by managing HRIS updates, scanning and filing documentation, and ensuring payroll accuracy with weekly ADP maintenance.
• Coordinate employment verifications with DLT, DOL, and unemployment agencies.

Projects and Special Initiatives

• Lead key HR projects, such as digitizing performance scorecards and facilitating compliance training.
• Organize large-scale events like summer BBQs, holiday celebrations, and milestone anniversaries.
• Oversee benefits open enrollment, including planning fairs and system setup.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of experience in HR or a related field preferred.
• Skills: Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills. Familiarity with ADP or similar HRIS systems is a plus.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

Why Join Ross-Simons?

At Ross-Simons, we pride ourselves on fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company that values its people as much as its customers.

Take the next step in your HR career—apply today and help us continue to be America’s Favorite Jeweler!

Schedule- this is an in-office position based in our home office located in Cranston, RI. Monday-Friday, 8:30 am- 5:30 pm