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Job Title: Human Resources Generalist
Company Name: The Preservation Society of Newport County
Company Address: 424 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI
Department: Finance
Reports To: Human Resources Manager
Status: Part-time (20-30 hours per week)
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Human Resources Generalist supports the daily operations of the HR department by assisting with benefits administration, leave processes, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives. The role services as a key resource for employees and supports hiring, onboarding, HRIS maintenance, and department-wide projects. This position helps ensure smooth, compliant, and employee-focused HR functions that contribute to a positive and well-organized workplace.
PRIMARY WORK SCHEDULE: Part-time, year-round. Between 20-30 hours per week. Core hours will fall within Monday-Friday and between the hours of 8:00am-5:00pm (may include occasional evening and weekend work).
RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:
- Support the administration of employee benefits, including enrollment, qualifying life event changes, and responding to employee inquiries. This includes helping to fulfil the requirements of the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
- Provide support for leave and compliance processes, including FMLA, ADA, Workers’ Compensation, and unemployment. Responsibilities include documentation, tracking, and routine communication with employees and supervisors.
- Assist with the annual performance review cycle, including preparing materials, monitoring completion status, and providing administrative support to managers and employees throughout the process.
- Support ongoing HR initiatives, including policy updates, HRIS improvements, employee experience projects, and other department-wide efforts.
- Serve as a resource for employees seeking HR assistance, ensuring timely and courteous support.
- Assist in implementing employee relations practices that promote a positive, respectful, and inclusive work environment.
- Spearhead recruitment and onboarding, including preparing and managing job advertisements, attending job fairs as appropriate, preparing new-hire materials, scheduling onboarding sessions, facilitating orientation, and ensuring completion of required documentation. Assist the Volunteer Coordinator with the recruitment and overseeing of the J1 students.
- Conduct basic data collection and research to support HR best practices and contribute to process improvement efforts across the department.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date HRIS information, including data entry, audits, and generating routine HR reports to support decision-making and compliance.
- Act as a key member of the Employee Activities Committee to help coordinate employee engagement activities, recognition efforts, and internal communication initiatives that foster a positive workplace culture.
- Update and maintain the organization’s internal HR events calendar, ensuring accuracy and timely communication.
- Ensure confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive and confidential personnel information at all times.
- Maintain organized HR records in compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
- Follow prescribed safety and health rules, regulations, and practices as required.
- Perform other related duties as assigned or directed to support HR operations and organizational needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- 2-4 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a generalist or HR coordinator role.
- SHRM-CP or other equivalent certification is a plus.
- Experience in a seasonal, hospitality, nonprofit, or multi-site environment is a plus but not required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Demonstrated technology competency, including proficiency in Office 365, Outlook, and HRIS.
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws, including FMLA, ADA, and basic Workers’ Compensation processes.
- Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with attention to detail.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills, with a courteous and professional demeanor.
- Ability to work both independently and within a small HR team.
- Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to take initiative on tasks.
- Ability to be strategic as well as hands-on in a small HR department.
- Diplomacy and tact when handling employee concerns.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- The position requires occasional local travel to off-site locations.
- Generally, works in an office environment and frequently uses a computer.
- May require extended periods of sitting in front of a computer screen and working at a desk.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- The work is typically office-related, being sedentary in nature.
- The noise level is usually minimal; more moderate at special events
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
The Preservation Society of Newport County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and organizational needs – qualified candidates from all cultures and communities are encouraged to apply.
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Posted 04/20/2026
Job Title: HR Business Partner
Company Name: Care New England
Company Address: 455 Tollgate Rd, Warwick, RI
About:
This position will be supporting Kent Hospital located in Warwick, RI
Primary Function: The HR Business Partner (HRBP) establishes and maintains working relationships with all levels of Hospital management and staff, and works with management to strategically and proactively address Human Resources matters and to analyze and forecast trends. The HRBP also participates and supports a variety of projects and initiatives in support of their designated Operating Unit, the HR department, and the system. The HR Business Partner identifies areas of concern and either provides direct assistance or coordinates the assistance of a specialist or consultant to work together to address these issues. The HRBP maintains awareness of and appropriately utilizes the services provided by the HR specialty areas (i.e. Employee/Labor Relations, Compensation, Benefits, HRIS, LOAs, Occupational Health, etc.).
Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree Required or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Minimum 3 to 5 Years in Human Resources.
- Prior experience in a unionized environment is required
- Certification in at least one major HR discipline such as PHR, SPHR preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong conflict resolution skills are required as well as excellent analytical, interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work respectfully and effectively with all levels
- Analytical/technical thinking; project management skills; initiative/creativity
- Ability to work in a team environment; to manage multiple responsibilities, often under time pressures; to function independently and effectively
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills required
- Must have knowledge of MS office products, Excel, Word, Power-point, and working knowledge of HRIS and ATS Systems
Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, and our Wellness Center, are trusted organizations fueling the latest advances in medical research, attracting the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, and honing renowned services and innovative programs to engage in the important discussions people need to have about their health.
Americans with Disabilities Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled, must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.
EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status
Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.
Link to apply: https://clrco.com/MjMM6s3V54