Human Resources Specialist Jobs in New Jersey
Human Resources Specialist jobs in New Jersey reflect one of the most active markets in the Northeast, with demand concentrated in pharmaceuticals, financial services, logistics, and healthcare across a range from entry-level HR coordinators to senior employee relations specialists. The heaviest hiring is in Newark, Princeton, and Edison, where established employers like Johnson and Johnson, Prudential Financial, and Cognizant maintain substantial HR functions. Benefits administration, talent acquisition, and compliance are the sub-areas drawing the most consistent attention from New Jersey employers. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Changing lives. Building Careers.
Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.
We are seeking a Senior HR Services Coordinator to join our dynamic team in Princeton, NJ. This role is a key contributor to the success of our Human Resources operations and plays a vital role in supporting and enhancing the employee experience across the full HR lifecycle.
As a highly organized and detail-oriented HR professional, you will ensure that HR operations run smoothly and compliantly within our fast-paced, regulated environment. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative setting and is passionate about delivering exceptional HR service in the life sciences sector.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate core HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, compliance, and HR administration.- Serve as a liaison between employees and management, promoting clear communication and consistent application of HR policies.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity within HRIS systems.
- Collaborate with the Leave of Absence (LOA) team to ensure timely processing of leave requests, proper documentation, and compliance with FMLA, ADA, and company policies.
- Collaborate with HR leadership to improve processes and implement HR Strategies.
- Collaborate with other departments on cross-functional projects.
- Contribute to special HR projects and process improvement initiatives that enhance our overall HR service delivery.
- Assess and respond to employee questions and inquiries; triaging requests, researching options, providing compliant, consistent answers, and engaging appropriate subject matter experts as needed.
- Support immigration processes, including coordination of visa applications (H-1B, TN, L-1, etc.), liaising with legal counsel, and maintaining compliance with immigration documentation and timelines.
Qualifications/Experience & Interpersonal Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably in the life sciences, biotech, or healthcare industry.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience supporting U.S. immigration and LOA processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a regulated, deadline-driven environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow or equivalent).
- Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Knowledge of HR policies and practices, employment laws and regulations.
- Expertise in one or more disciplines – employee relations, benefits, OSHA, FMLA, workers compensation, or new hire orientation
- Collaborates with corporate HR and payroll teams to support compensation, benefits, and employee relations initiatives.
- Highly organized with the capability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Additional Information:
This is a hybrid role, and the ideal candidate will be based out of Princeton, NJ. The hybrid schedule requires in-office presence on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
Salary Pay Range:
$26.21 - $35.38 USD HourlyOur salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences
Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This site is governed solely by applicable U.S. laws and governmental regulations. If you'd like more information on your rights under the law, please see the following notices:
EEO Is the Law | EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans
Integra LifeSciences is committed to provide qualified applicants and employees who are disabled veterans or individuals with disabilities with needed reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, please email us at careers@integralife.com.
Unsolicited Agency Submission
Integra LifeSciences does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. A formal written agreement is required before engaging any agency, and it must be executed and authorized by the Vice President, Talent Acquisition. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions (the initial sharing of a candidate’s name, resume, or background) are position-specific and may only occur within the scope of that approved agreement. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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Changing lives. Building Careers.
Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals opportunity. Every day, our colleagues are challenging what’s possible and making headway to innovate new treatment pathways to advance patient outcomes and set new standards of care.
We are seeking a Senior HR Services Coordinator to join our dynamic team in Princeton, NJ. This role is a key contributor to the success of our Human Resources operations and plays a vital role in supporting and enhancing the employee experience across the full HR lifecycle.
As a highly organized and detail-oriented HR professional, you will ensure that HR operations run smoothly and compliantly within our fast-paced, regulated environment. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative setting and is passionate about delivering exceptional HR service in the life sciences sector.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate core HR functions including onboarding, offboarding, compliance, and HR administration.- Serve as a liaison between employees and management, promoting clear communication and consistent application of HR policies.
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity within HRIS systems.
- Collaborate with the Leave of Absence (LOA) team to ensure timely processing of leave requests, proper documentation, and compliance with FMLA, ADA, and company policies.
- Collaborate with HR leadership to improve processes and implement HR Strategies.
- Collaborate with other departments on cross-functional projects.
- Contribute to special HR projects and process improvement initiatives that enhance our overall HR service delivery.
- Assess and respond to employee questions and inquiries; triaging requests, researching options, providing compliant, consistent answers, and engaging appropriate subject matter experts as needed.
- Support immigration processes, including coordination of visa applications (H-1B, TN, L-1, etc.), liaising with legal counsel, and maintaining compliance with immigration documentation and timelines.
Qualifications/Experience & Interpersonal Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably in the life sciences, biotech, or healthcare industry.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Experience supporting U.S. immigration and LOA processes.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a regulated, deadline-driven environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, ServiceNow or equivalent).
- Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Knowledge of HR policies and practices, employment laws and regulations.
- Expertise in one or more disciplines – employee relations, benefits, OSHA, FMLA, workers compensation, or new hire orientation
- Collaborates with corporate HR and payroll teams to support compensation, benefits, and employee relations initiatives.
- Highly organized with the capability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Additional Information:
This is a hybrid role, and the ideal candidate will be based out of Princeton, NJ. The hybrid schedule requires in-office presence on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays.
Salary Pay Range:
$26.21 - $35.38 USD HourlyOur salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by several factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible for bonus, commission, equity or other variable compensation. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees and/or eligible dependents are eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance, and savings plan (401(k)).
Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following Total Rewards | Integra LifeSciences
Integra LifeSciences is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees regardless of race, marital status, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.
This site is governed solely by applicable U.S. laws and governmental regulations. If you'd like more information on your rights under the law, please see the following notices:
EEO Is the Law | EOE including Disability/Protected Veterans
Integra LifeSciences is committed to provide qualified applicants and employees who are disabled veterans or individuals with disabilities with needed reasonable accommodations in accordance with the ADA. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, please email us at careers@integralife.com.
Unsolicited Agency Submission
Integra LifeSciences does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs/resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company. No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. A formal written agreement is required before engaging any agency, and it must be executed and authorized by the Vice President, Talent Acquisition. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions (the initial sharing of a candidate’s name, resume, or background) are position-specific and may only occur within the scope of that approved agreement. Please, no phone calls or emails.
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Where New Jersey roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Human Resources Specialist Job Market in New Jersey
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Who's Hiring
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
What New Jersey Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources specialist jobs across New Jersey.
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a closely related field
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred or required for most mid-level roles
- Demonstrated experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, SAP, or ADP
- Working knowledge of New Jersey employment law including the NJLAD and NJ WARN Act
- Experience administering benefits, leave programs, and employee relations processes
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR reporting or analytics tools
Human Resources Specialist Jobs in New Jersey: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a human resources specialist in New Jersey?
Most human resources specialist roles in New Jersey require at minimum a bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, and no state-issued license is required for the profession. Earning a SHRM-CP or PHR credential through HRCI significantly strengthens your candidacy, particularly at mid-size and large employers. Many New Jersey employers in pharmaceuticals and financial services list certification as a strong preference, and SHRM's Garden State chapter offers local professional development pathways.
How much do human resources specialists make in New Jersey?
Human resources specialists in New Jersey earn a median of about $80,690 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $56,420 for the lowest 10% to over $132,770 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire human resources specialists in New Jersey?
Employers hiring human resources specialists in New Jersey right now include EPIC Healthcare, Target, and Walmart, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New Jersey's dense concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters and major healthcare systems means ongoing demand for generalist and specialist HR roles throughout the state.
Which New Jersey cities have the most human resources specialist jobs?
Newark, Princeton, and Trenton account for the greatest concentration of human resources specialist openings in New Jersey. Newark anchors demand as the state's largest city and a hub for financial services and healthcare employers, while Princeton draws heavily from the pharmaceutical and biotech corridor, and Edison benefits from its central location and the logistics and professional services firms that cluster along the Route 1 corridor.
Are there remote human resources specialist jobs in New Jersey?
Yes, and more than many fields, because human resources specialist work is desk-based and involves systems and documentation that translate well to remote environments. About 37% of human resources specialist openings tied to New Jersey are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting employer flexibility across the state. Benefits administration, HRIS coordination, and recruitment roles are the sub-functions most likely to appear as fully remote positions.
How can I get hired as a human resources specialist in New Jersey with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an HR coordinator or HR assistant role, which large New Jersey employers in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, and logistics regularly post as true entry-level positions open to new graduates. Institutions like Atlantic Health System and RWJBarnabas Health run structured onboarding programs that place early-career candidates in HR support functions. Completing a SHRM student membership and internship during your degree, or transitioning from a payroll coordinator or office administrator role, are the lateral moves that most consistently open the door.
Where can I find and apply to human resources specialist jobs in New Jersey?
You can find and apply to human resources specialist jobs in New Jersey on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings below, find a role that matches your background and target location, and apply directly through the posting.
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