Human Resources Specialist

The City of Jersey City is looking for a Human Resources Specialist to join our team and provide critical support to our Human Resources Department. This role will be responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of HR functions, from recruitment, onboarding, and training to employee relations, payroll, and benefits administration. We are seeking an experienced and organized professional with a passion for optimizing HR processes, who can maintain a positive and productive environment for our employees. The successful candidate must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively and independently.Qualifications:• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field• Minimum of three years of relevant HR experience• Comprehensive knowledge of HR laws and regulations• Solid understanding of payroll systems and benefits administration• Proficient in MS Office, HR databases, Applicant Tracking Systems, and other HR software• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Human Resources Specialist in Jersey City, NJ, USA is between $31,875 and $68,750 per year. The median salary for this position is $50,313 per year.

Jersey City is in northeastern New Jersey. Its eastern waterfront faces the Hudson River where it meets Upper New York Bay. Liberty State Park has panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the former immigrant gateway. The park’s Liberty Science Center features interactive exhibits, live animals and an IMAX Dome theater. Bars and ethnic eateries line downtown’s Grove Street.