Job Description

Job Title: Senior HR Consultant
Location: Tinton Falls, New Jersey (07703)


Type: 4-8 month (temporary maternity coverage)
Compensation: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour
Contractor Work Model: Onsite (Tinton Falls, NJ) Note: Remote work is not available.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM



Sr. HR Consultant Key Responsibilities:

• Reports to the Head of Human Resources and supported with two other HR staff members. This is a Sr. HR Generalist responsibility role.
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions (including union employees)
• Administer and oversee FMLA and leave of absence programs, ensuring compliance and proper documentation
• Handle unemployment claims and respond to related inquiries
• Process employment verifications and maintain accurate employee records
• Partner with managers to address performance concerns and implement corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Maintain organized documentation related to employee relations, leave administration, and compliance
• Provide HR support to a field-based workforce

Sr. HR Consultant Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of HR experience in a fast-paced environment
• Strong background in Employee Relations and FMLA administration
• Experience handling workplace investigations and disciplinary actions
• Knowledge of unemployment claims and employment verifications
• Experience supporting union employees strongly preferred
• Ability to work independently with minimal training or ramp-up time
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• High level of discretion and professionalism

Sr. HR Consultant Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related is highly preferred
• Experience in construction, transportation, or similar field-based industries
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) a plus

Why This Role

• Immediate impact role with strong ownership
• Exposure to a dynamic, field-driven workforce
• Opportunity to step into a senior-level HR function with autonomy

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Contract work, Temporary work, For contractors, Local area, Immediate start, Remote work, Monday to Friday

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