Human Resources Associate
$58,000–$62,500 year
On-siteOneonta, New York, United States
Job Summary
Initiate employment onboarding for faculty and staff by crafting appointment letters, creating digital files, and monitoring Federal Form I-9 compliance. Maintain employee databases in Paycom and Colleague, coordinate group orientations, and respond to inquiries regarding fringe benefits and enrollment changes. Advise employees on policy interpretation, prepare transition paperwork for departing staff, and conduct exit interviews to report trend findings. Develop and update job descriptions in JazzHR, train supervisors on applicant tracking software, and streamline HR workflows while ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws. Draft reports for leadership, participate in budget discussions, and represent the College at campus events including Welcome and Commencement weekends.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
- relevant human resources experience
- Professional certification in Human Resources
- Experience in higher education
- proactive
- collaborative
- analytical
- ability to problem solve (individually and as part of a small team) on matters which are sensitive and/or high stakes issues
- ability to thrive in an environment where priorities shift at a moment's notice
- deliver high quality work
- Demonstrated experience in managing multiple and complex administrative operations
- Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced and demanding environment
- Ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
- Adept in the use of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point)
- Ability to perform mathematical computations with high degree of accuracy
- Experience with HRIS software and systems management
- High level of communication skills across multiple disciplines
- Excellent problem-solving abilities
- Ability to be flexible and anticipate needs of the department
- Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- detail orientated
- highly organized
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in higher education
- Professional certification in Human Resources
- Experience in higher education
- Experience in higher education
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