JCC Denver is a vibrant community hub dedicated to connecting, building relationships, and enhancing our members' overall health and well-being. With over 100,000 square feet of space, we offer high-quality programming for all ages, including fitness, wellness, aquatics, childcare, summer camps, and much more.

In keeping with our mission, the JCC is actively seeking a Human Resources Generalist to join our team. The Human Resources Generalist will be responsible for recruitment, onboarding, and employee record maintenance under the supervision of the Director of Human Resources.

This position is fully on-site, and not eligible for remote work.

Role and Responsibilities

Maintain confidentiality for all employee information
Documenting and maintaining standard processes within the HR department
Assists with the recruiting process including posting and managing job information in our HRIS system (Paycom), sourcing candidates, and maintaining applicant files per federal and state requirements
Manage New Employee Onboarding:
- Create new employee files on the shared drive and HRIS system
- Process I-9 Documentation and E-Verification
- Process background checks
- Prepare and type correspondence as needed
- Establish and maintain employee records, including recommending new approaches and procedures to effect continual improvements to processes
- Ensure benefits enrollments are processed and submitted to payroll
Ensure employee compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, credentialing, and other role requirements.
Assisting in training and ongoing coaching for new employees
Provide personnel policy and procedure guidance to employees and management
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and compliance requirements
Coordinate open enrollments, changes, and training for employee benefits programs and update HRIS with new rates
Create and distribute internal communications regarding the quarterly company newsletter, status changes, benefits, or company policies
Process unemployment claims, disability claims, and wage verifications according to standard operating procedures
Involvement in the disciplinary process, including communicating the standard as well as mediating conflict, witnessing terminations, and other actions as needed
Communicating employee review dates to all department directors
Maintain all company policies and raise policy issues to Director of Human Resources, assist Director of Human Resources in enforcing and revising policies as needs and educating all staff on any changes
Conduct exit interviews with employees. Summarize and maintain documentation, analyze trends and provide results and observations to the HR Director and managers on a periodic basis
Generate and/or file annual compliance reports (EEO-1, etc.) as assigned
In partnership with the HR Director, handle less complex employee relations issues.
- Meet with HR Director, managers, and employees to troubleshoot issues and identify next steps
- Manage the lifecycle of the situation and drive to the appropriate conclusion
Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries and issues
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
Perform additional duties as assigned

Other Duties/Responsibilities Required

Adheres to JCC Policy and Procedures
Performs duties as workload necessitates
Maintains a positive and respectful attitude
Communicates regularly with the Senior Human Resources Generalist about departmental issues
Demonstrates flexible and efficient time management and the ability to prioritize workload

Qualifications And Education Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, psychology, or related field
At least 1 year experience working in Human Resources or related field
Excellent communication, customer service skills, and work ethic
Efficient, well-organized, and able to handle various duties simultaneously
Professional manner, discretion, and appearance
Excellent verbal and written skills
Strong team player
Proficient in appropriate computer skills and office equipment, including use of Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to lift 25 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

Fluency in written and spoken Spanish preferred
2+ years experience in Human Resources or related field
Experience with Paycom preferred
Experience managing Colorado Childcare Licensing Regulations preferred

Physical/Mental Requirements (ADA Compliance)

Mental requirements include, but are not limited to, the ability to concentrate, take initiative, cope with stress, maintain the highest degree of confidentiality, adapt to and stay alert in a business environment
Ability to remain in the sitting position for prolonged hours
In order to perform the essential duties of the job, the employee must be able to speak, hear, see and walk up to 1 mile each day
Repeated standing and occasional sitting on the floor during the day
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
Working conditions may include being in an open (shared) cubical or workspace area

Benefits Overview

Full-time employees of JCC Denver are considered benefits eligible.

JCC Denver contributes a portion of medical, dental, and vision plan premiums. The Center proudly pays for 100% of Basic Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage for benefits-eligible employees. Additional voluntary benefit plans are also available.
JCC Denver offers a 401(K) Plan available for elective deferral contributions for employees over 21 years of age with no waiting period. JCC Denver matches 50% of employee contributions, up to 3%, on a 5-year vesting schedule.
Paid Time Off (PTO) is a day-one benefit, accrued based on years of service and in compliance with the Colorado Health Families & Workplaces Act. First-year, benefits-eligible employees may accrue up to 120 hours of PTO in their first year of service. JCC Denver also provides paid holidays and up to 4 additional “Floating Holidays” per year, prorated based on the date of hire.
Full-time employees are eligible for various discounts, including up to 50% off for JCC Denver’s Preschool and Summer Camp childcare programs, free and discounted tickets to arts and culture events, discounted program and class costs, and more.
Full-time employees receive a complimentary family gym membership, which includes year-round access to JCC Denver’s fitness center and heated pool.
All employees are eligible to join the “Jewish Community Centers of North America” (JCCNA) community, which includes access to the JCCNA’s resource center, ongoing professional development and networking opportunities, as well as educational stipends for qualifying employees.

Additional Notes

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The incumbent will also perform other reasonably related business duties as required by the supervisor or other management. The JCC reserves the right to revise or change job duties as needs arise. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

The Jewish Community Center values diversity and inclusiveness and is an equal-opportunity employer.

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