Human Resources Generalist
On-site, Poughkeepsie, New York

Overview:
The Human Resources Generalist provides clients with product offerings in a consultative fashion while also ensuring overall client satisfaction with products and services provided by NYS Certified PEO. Serves as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) with small to mid-size clients with HR business needs. Maintains ongoing relationship with client contacts and acts as the primary point of contact for Professional Employer Organization (PEO). Works collaboratively with internal partners to provide clients with effective resources for HR compliance requirements andassist in enhancing employee culture and relations. This role will be responsible to assist in providing guidance to clients in relation to Federal and State (NY) HR/Employment Law in conjunction with the Director of Human Resources. The goal of the HR Generalist and department is to empower and educate clients in the myriad of HR issues facing small to moderate sized businesses.

Human Resources Generalist Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or relevant experience (5+ years) in a HR Generalist or managerial capacity with Employee Relations experience and varied industry understanding.
• Ability to work onsite Monday thru Friday in Poughkeepsie.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong communication acumen; written and verbal.
• Motivation to develop skills to keep pace with changing landscape of HR.
• Capacity to commute locally, during normal working hours, up to 25% of the time

Human Resources Generalist Responsibilities:

• Services clients and provides consultative guidance to ensure appropriate resolution of client issues. Partners and collaborates with internal departments/subject matter experts in delivering actionable responses or plans to client’s concerns.
• Collaborates with clients on Employee Handbooks updates for legal compliance, industry standards and clarity of benefit implementation. This includes the creation, review, and enhancement of employee handbooks utilizing relevant software.
• Provides consultative guidance and advice to clients in the areas of Performance Management, Recruiting and Retention Strategies, Compensation, Performance Development, Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Compliance, Regulations, and Culture Enhancement.
• Responsible for ensuring shared employees are compliant with all required training/certifications.
• Communicates and interprets HR policies and procedures while providing remedies for any employee relations issue that may arise. Seeks appropriate guidance and support from Director of HR and Legal counsel as applicable.
• Maintains an awareness of HR trends and conducts training based on available resources.
• Promotes high-quality customer service to clients.

Compensation:
Benefits offered to employees include Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Family Leave, Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement, Holidays, Vacation and Sick days. Compensation for this position will be commensurate with experience and provide the successful candidate with extensive experience in a large number of industries.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an HR Professional that is looking to provide consultative HR expertise to business leaders throughout the Hudson Valley.

Why choose Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions? We offer many entry level administrative positions that are great for candidates who are looking to expand their skill set or get their foot in the door with many companies in the Hudson Valley. We’ve built our relationships with clients based on the candidates we send them, and they trust that we will send them top quality candidates. Candidates love working with us because we are able to find them work quickly. Our employees are paid on a weekly basis and are afforded the opportunity to enroll in our health insurance plan. Many of our positions are temp-to-hire, meaning that after a certain amount of time, the client can choose to hire our employee as one of their own.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Applications are considered on the basis of skills, experience and qualifications without regard to race, age, creed, color, nationality, gender, sexual preference, marital status, military background, disability or any other legally protected status. All employment related decisions, including hiring, advancement, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment, are made in accord with this policy.

Job Title: Licensed Social Worker

Location: Monroe, NY

Are you a dedicated Licensed Social Worker seeking a fulfilling opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families in Monroe, NY? Join our team and contribute to the well-being of our community through meaningful counseling and support services. We have an opportunity to work in the office or a new opportunity for a mobile LSW to work within the community providing mobile support!

Licensed Social Worker Key Qualifications:

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credentials.
• Experience in conducting intakes and delivering individual, group, and family counseling.
• Proficient in maintaining accurate case records and documentation.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Licensed Social Worker Responsibilities:
As a Licensed Social Worker, you will be responsible for conducting intakes, providing individual, group, and family counseling, and offering continuing care and services to significant others. Documentation of case records, maintaining a caseload, and participating in group and individual supervision are integral components of this role. Assigned tasks will be directed by the Program Director to ensure the highest standard of care.

Employment Details:
This is a full-time direct hire position, providing stability and long-term career prospects. We value your commitment and dedication to making a positive impact on the community.

Supervision:
We provide supervision for clinical hours to support your professional growth.

How to Apply:
If you are a Licensed Social Worker passionate about providing quality counseling services and meet the qualifications outlined above, please apply for consideration. We look forward to welcoming dedicated professionals to our team and making a positive impact on the well-being of our community in Monroe, NY.

Why choose Ethan Allen Workforce Solutions? We’re great matchmakers! As a job placement agency, we help job seekers get noticed and land positions that match their qualifications at companies that are hiring. We often have access to positions that may not be available otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Applications are considered on the basis of skills, experience and qualifications without regard to race, age, creed, color, nationality, gender, sexual preference, marital status, military background, disability or any other legally protected status. All employment related decisions, including hiring, advancement, promotion, compensation, training, discipline, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment, are made in accord with this policy.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
• Life and Travel Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

What is a Project Manager?

A Project Manager reports to the Director of Project Management and leverages best practices and Central Hudson’s methodology to deliver moderate to large scale infrastructure projects within scope, schedule, and cost criteria.  This position partners with key stakeholders to plan and manage cross-functional teams to a clearly defined set of common goals.  Project Managers play a significant role in obtaining jurisdictional project permits, allowing construction to commence on a timeframe consistent with Company budget plans.

What does a Project Manager do?

• Manages large-scale electric, gas and/or building infrastructure projects assigned to the Project Management Office (PMO)

• Coordinates project team members including customers, consultants, engineers and the environmental, real property, corporate communications, and construction departments
• Responsible for overall project success including project planning and scheduling, creating budgets, cash flow schedules and projections, cost monitoring, and change management
• Responsible for both written and presentation reporting including key performance indicators
• Leads project permitting, risk assessments, quality control, meetings, etc.
• Develops contractor and vendor work scopes and requests-for-proposals
• Assists engineers in materials and vendor procurement
• Contributes to overall program and portfolio management
• Promotes project management best practices throughout the organization, and provides support services for other project teams in accordance with the project management office mission
• Completes special projects and assignments as assigned including process improvement initiatives
• Provides support during storm restoration efforts

What does it take to be a Project Manager?

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, engineering or a related field. In lieu of a bachelors degree, an associates degree in project management, construction management, engineering or a related field and 3 years of work experience in utilities, construction management or a related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new computer software programs quickly
• Experience leading project teams for small, medium and large projects
• Excellent verbal/written communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Project
• Experience in CPM Gantt chart scheduling
• Experience mentoring Project Managers and others acting in a project manager role for projects not directly managed through the PMO

Applications will be accepted until June 05, 2024.

This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series. The title and level are commensurate with experience.

Pay range: $89,100 - $187,600

Please go to www.centralhudson.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position. Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted.  No phone calls or agencies, please.  All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.  Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
• Life and Travel Insurance
• Tuition Assistance
• Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Paid Holidays and Vacation

What is a Senior Transmission Operator?

A Senior Transmission Operator (STO) provides management oversight of all aspects of the Company’s electric and natural gas transmission and distribution networks.  A Senior Transmission Operator works on a rotating shift schedule and provides all aspects of supervision duties directly to the Engineering Group Operators and indirectly to the Customer Services Group Control Center Dispatchers, Call Center employees, and all field forces on-duty.

What does a Senior Transmission Operator do?

• Using independent judgment, supervises personnel engaged in the 24x7 operation of the electric and gas transmission systems and personnel engaged in the dispatch function in the Control Center and Contact Center after-hours including the approval or denial of requests for vacation, shift changes, personal/sick time, and other routine personnel matters. STOs also manage the progressive discipline process of direct reports up to and including suspension and/or discharge if necessary.
• Maintains the Operator shift schedules in tandem with the Director – Distribution System Operations to ensure all shifts are adequately staffed; reviews and approves all direct reports’ timesheets and performs monthly timesheet audits.
• Performs training responsibilities for each assigned Operator; ensures that Operators are progressing to and maintaining full qualification, proficiency, and certification; provides periodic constructive feedback and monitors corrective actions
• Develops and maintains a thorough understanding of Operator requirements and expectations and ensures Operators strive to meet or exceed them
• Maintains proficiency with all FERC Standards of Conduct requirements and NERC Electric Reliability Standard requirements for all company registrations; maintains NERC Transmission Operator and DOT Operator Qualification certifications.
• Possesses a thorough understanding of the Electric and Gas Outage Coordination function including reliability assessments for real-time and contingency analysis; preparation, review, approval, and scheduling of all Transmission Switching and Valving Orders; develops real-time daily operating plans
• Possesses the ability to independently operate the electric and gas transmission systems, and takes an active leadership role during storm restoration and other emergency response activities
• Participates in the NYISO System Operations Advisory Subcommittee (SOAS) and the Restoration Working Group (RWG)
• Actively participates in operating meetings to promote a positive, engaged, results-driven work environment, and ensures teamwork and collaboration
• Continuously seeks out new process improvements/methods to improve operational performance and productivity
• Performs operating experience and human performance investigations
• Participates in the hiring process to fill positions

What does it take to be a Senior Transmission Operator?

Required:

• Associate’s degree in Engineering, Mechanical Science, or other technology related field with 1+ year of experience in control room operations, gas/electric utility experience, system protection, military technical or nuclear training. In lieu of an associate’s degree, candidates with a high school diploma or equivalency degree and 3+ years of experience in the areas listed above will be considered

• Must be willing and available to work rotating shifts and successfully complete a personal risk assessment
• Must be able to achieve DOT Gas Operator Qualification in tasks 59, 60 & 70 within 3 months from hire date
• Must be able to achieve NERC Transmission Operator certification within 9 months from hire date and complete the System Operator Training Program within 12 months from hire date
• Proficiency with computers and computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, EMS/SCADA, Transmission Outage application, etc.)
• Strong interpersonal, planning, organizational, verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and perform duties effectively under emergency and contingency situations
• Valid driver’s license

Preferred:

• Experience in electric or gas system operations practices, understanding of power system dynamics and/or transmission system operations
• NERC Transmission Operator certification and DOT Gas Operator qualification in tasks 59, 60, & 70
• 1+ years of supervisory experience

Applications will be accepted until June 7, 2024.

Pay range: $109,200 – $163,800

Please go to www.centralhudson.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position. Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted.  No phone calls or agencies, please.  All replies will be held in strict confidence.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.  Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

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