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human resources generalist.newport, rhode islandposted september 1, 2026 job detailssummary$75,000 - $85,000 per yearpermanentbachelor degreecategoryoffice and administrative support occupations reference AB_5037600 job details We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented Human Resources Generalist to support people operations across our growing, multi-state organization. This role primarily sits in Newport, RI and owns the full employee life cycle: you will drive day-to-day payroll and HRIS administration in ADP Workforce Now while supporting onboarding, benefits, compliance, employee relations, and process improvement. If qualified and interested please directly for immediate consideration! The ideal candidate is as comfortable running an accurate payroll as they are guiding a new hire through their first week, resolving an employee relations issue, or leveraging tech and AI tools to optimize HR workflows.

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$75,000 - $85,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 4

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BachelorsResponsibilitiesPayroll & HRIS Administration Execute timely payroll cycles, off-cycle payments, and final pay compliant with state laws. Administer employee records, taxes, PTO accruals, leaves, and direct deposits in the HRIS. Serve as HRIS subject matter expert; troubleshoot user access and recommend workflow automations. Full Life-Cycle HR Operations Manage onboarding/offboarding, offer letters, I-9/E-Verify compliance, and new hire orientation. Lead benefits administration, open enrollment, and serve as primary contact for HR/benefits queries. Ensure multi-state and federal compliance (FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEO) and maintain accurate records. Support employee relations, performance management cycles, and formal documentation. Reporting & Process Improvement Generate workforce analytics on headcount, turnover, and operational metrics. Drive process optimizations utilizing modern HR technology, vendor management, and AI tools. Recruiting & Employee Engagement Support talent acquisition: post jobs, schedule interviews, and manage candidate communication. Assist with internal communications, team recognition initiatives, and scalable growth projects. SkillsHuman ResourcesSchedulingSCREENINGPayrollRecruitFull Cycle RecruitmentBenefitsBenefit AdministrationEmployee RelationsProcess ImprovementHRISADPComplianceQualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.