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Cogent Communications · 1 day ago

HR Generalist – Washington DC

Cogent Communications is a global, Tier 1 facilities-based ISP specializing in high-speed Internet access and Ethernet transport services. They are seeking an HR Generalist to manage new hire onboarding, maintain personnel files, and ensure compliance with employment laws while supporting various HR programs.

InternetService IndustryTelecommunications

Responsibilities

Manage new hire onboarding into internal HRIS and ADP (including time and attendance enrollments)
Communicate onboarding status and requirements with candidates and new hires
Maintain accurate electronic personnel files and HRIS profiles
Track and document required trainings, continuing education, and work assessments
Process voluntary employee separations and severance notices in a timely and accurate manner
Administer position changes, promotions, and salary changes in internal HRIS and ADP, and notify relevant departments as needed
Support administration of HR programs including compensation, benefits, leave management, employee relations, and training
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices
Assist with HR led wellness and benefit programs
Perform additional HR and Office duties as assigned
Serve as back up to office services

Qualification

HRIS platformsBachelor’s DegreeMicrosoft Office SuiteOrganizational skillsTime-management skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem-solvingConflict resolutionConfidentiality

Required

High level of organizational and time-management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities
Strong confidentiality and ethical judgement
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms
Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field strongly preferred
At least three years of progressive experience in a generalist or similar role strongly preferred

Benefits

Health
Dental
Vision
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) plan with employer match
Stock options
Employee Assistance Program

Company

Cogent Communications

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Cogent is one of the world's largest Internet Service Providers, delivering high quality Internet, Ethernet and Colocation services to more than 138,025 Enterprise and NetCentric customer connections.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$393.4M
Key Investors
Oak Investment Partners
2025-04-04Post Ipo Debt· $174.4M
2006-03-06IPO
2003-06-19Post Ipo Equity· $41M

Leadership Team

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Carmen Facciobene
Vice President - Strategic Accounts
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