What We Can Achieve Together: The HR Generalist serves as a trusted HR partner to the NY HR Director, managers, and employees throughout the New York Division. This role provides guidance, consultation, and operational support across a broad range of human resources functions, including employee relations, talent management, performance management, workforce planning, compensation, onboarding, learning and development, organizational effectiveness, leave administration, and policy interpretation. Working closely with managers and HR colleagues, the HR Generalist helps ensure consistent application of HR programs, practices, and policies while supporting an engaged, inclusive, and high-performing workforce. The position serves as a key resource for the NY HR Director, employees, and managers and contributes to strategic HR initiatives that support divisional and organizational goals. We’re Looking for You: Are you looking for work you can believe in? At TNC we strive to embody a philosophy of Work that You Can Believe in where you can feel like you are making a difference every day. We’re looking for someone with experience in working with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team across many different programs. The ideal candidate should have exceptional communication and collaboration skills and experience designing, organizing, and directing complex projects. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the ongoing mission of conservation by directing and shaping the work of our team! Essential Functions: The HR Generalist provides strategic and operational human resources support to the New York Division by partnering with the NY HR Director, managers, and employees to address workforce needs, foster employee engagement, and ensure a positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle. This role serves as a trusted advisor on employee relations, performance management, leave administration, policy interpretation, and employment practices. The HR Generalist collaborates with leaders on workforce planning, succession planning, talent development, staffing, and organizational change initiatives; coordinates onboarding and employee transitions; and supports compensation programs, including salary reviews, promotions, job evaluations, market analyses, and annual planning processes. The position also facilitates performance management, learning and development, and employee engagement initiatives; maintains employee records and HR systems with a high level of data integrity and confidentiality; analyzes workforce data and trends to support decision-making; and leads or contributes to HR projects, process improvements, and cross-functional initiatives in partnership with HR teams and other stakeholders. Responsibilities & Scope: Provides HR consultation and support for managers and employees across the New York Division. Responds to employee and management inquiries using knowledge of HR policies, practices, and employment guidelines. Exercises discretion and judgment when handling confidential and sensitive employee information. Supports divisional implementation of organizational HR initiatives and programs. Assists managers with employee performance, development, engagement, and workforce planning efforts. Identifies and escalates complex employee relations issues when appropriate. Compiles, analyzes, and interprets workforce and HR-related data to identify trends and inform decisions. Coordinates and facilitates training sessions, meetings, and employee development activities. Works independently on assigned projects while collaborating with HR colleagues and leaders. May represent Human Resources on divisional committees, projects, and strategic initiatives. Ensures compliance with applicable employment laws, organizational policies, HR procedures and data maintenance. Supports various initiatives related to Culture & Engagement. What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3 years related work experience in area(s) of specialization or equivalent combination. Experience coordinating and leading projects. Experience responding to HR related questions and problems from employees/management. Experience in one or more of the following areas: database management and spreadsheet software; constructing and producing reports; data input, manipulation, and analysis. Experience working with MS Office software, including Word, Excel, Teams, and PowerPoint Desired Qualifications: Experience in employee relations, performance management, talent management, and organizational development. Experience supporting managers through performance coaching, workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development efforts. Knowledge of employment laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices. Demonstrated ability to assess issues, identify solutions, and make sound recommendations. Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills. Experience leading projects and implementing process improvements. Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate data into actionable insights. Experience working in a geographically dispersed organization. Multi-lingual skills and multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience appreciated. Salary Information: The starting pay range for a candidate selected for this position is generally within the range of $60,000 – $91,000 annually. This range only applies to candidates whose country of employment is the USA. Where a successful candidate’s actual pay will fall within this range will be based on a variety of factors, including, for example, the candidate's location, qualifications, specific skills, and experience. Please note countries outside the USA would have a different pay range in the local currency based on the local labor market, and not tied to USA pay or ranges. Your geographic location will be confirmed during the recruitment. Who We Are: The Nature Conservancy’s mission is to protect the lands and waters upon which all life depends. As a science-based organization, we create innovative, on-the-ground solutions to our world’s toughest challenges so that we can create a world in which people and nature thrive. We’re rooted in our mission and guided by our values, which include respect for all people, communities, and cultures. Whether it’s career development, flexible schedules, or a rewarding mission, there’s many reasons to love life inside TNC. Want a better insight to TNC? Check out our TNC Talent playlist on YouTube to hear stories from staff or visit Glassdoor. One goal is to cultivate an inclusive work environment so that all our colleagues around the globe feel a sense of belonging and that their unique contributions to our mission are valued. In addition to the requirements in our job postings, we recognize that people come with talent and experiences outside of a job and consider each applicant’s unique experience. Please apply – we’d love to hear from you. To quote a popular saying at TNC, “you’ll join for the mission, and stay for the people.” What We Bring: Since 1951, TNC has been doing work you can believe in. Through grassroots action, we have grown from a small non-profit into one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than 1 million members, over 400 scientists, and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and partners, we impact conservation around the world! TNC offers a competitive, comprehensive benefits package including health care benefits, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with an 8% employer match, parental leave, accrued paid time off, life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, other life and work well-being benefits. Learn more about our Benefits and Perks here. We’re proud to offer a flexible work environment that supports of the health and well-being of the people we employ. Our recruiting process includes a rolling interview process to ensure we engage applicants in a timely manner. This means we may review applications in the order in which they are received. Once a strong candidate pool is identified, the role will be unposted. The timeline may vary depending on the expressed interest in the role, so we highly encourage candidates to apply as soon as possible. Employees must submit their application by logging into Workday and applying via the Jobs Hub. The Nature Conservancy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity includes the recognition that our conservation mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and culture. Recruiting and mentoring staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all cultures, races, colors, religions, sexes, national or regional origins, ages, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. The successful applicant must meet the requirements of The Nature Conservancy's background screening process. Do you have military experience? Visit our U.S. Military Skills Translator to match your military experience with our current job openings! TNC is committed to offering accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please send a note to [email protected] with Request for Accommodation in the subject line. The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. Founded in the U.S. through grassroots action in 1951, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world. Thanks to more than a million members and the dedicated efforts of our diverse staff and over 400 scientists, we impact conservation in 79 countries and territories: 37 by direct conservation impact and 42 through partners. To conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Our vision is a world where the diversity of life thrives, and people act to conserve nature for its own sake and its ability to fulfill our needs and enrich our lives.

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