HR Coordinator, Central Office Human Resources (2 Positions)

POSITION DETAILS

Central Office Human Resources (COHR) at The City University of New York (CUNY), is a key service-oriented department within the University Human Resources Office (UHR. COHR provides direct HR services to the Chancellery and employees working in various administrative offices across New York City and Albany, NY.

Reporting to the HR Manager or their designee, the HR Coordinator serves as an HR generalist and may specialize in recruitment, onboarding, talent management, payroll, HRIS data management, or benefits, depending on departmental needs. Acting as a first point of contact for HR-related inquiries, the coordinator provides frontline support and expertly triages employee issues, ensuring seamless resolution from start to finish.

Examples of key responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist in the full cycle onboarding process, including reviewing new hire documentation for compliance with state and federal employment laws, initiating background checks, and providing benefits information.

• Process personnel transactions across HRIS, payroll, benefits, and other relevant systems.

• Offer guidance to employees based on established policies, regulations, and contract provisions.

• Serve as a primary contact for HR information, offering support and problem-solving, while escalating complex issues to management as needed.

• Evaluate onboarding procedures and recommend process improvements.

The ideal candidate is a dedicated HR professional, committed to delivering exceptional customer service. They are eager to learn and thrive in a complex, unionized environment. A passion for diversity and alignment with CUNY’s mission are essential.

NOTE:

Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Preferred:

• Previous human resources experience in a large organization, in either a regular capacity or internship.

• Knowledge of current federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

• Strong organizational and follow-through skills to prioritize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a time-sensitive office.

• Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and remote/virtual meeting and collaboration tools; willingness to learn new platforms and adapt to technical changes a must.

• Customer focused with ability to interact and work cooperatively and collaboratively on a team to help diverse internal and external constituencies.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides information and services to the College community to support the Human Resources function.

• Prepares and executes various personnel transactions involving employee recordkeeping, processing of new hires, pay administration, and recruiting

• Maintains an understanding of policies, procedures, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements relevant to human resources

• Organizes and processes employee information; develops and maintains reports and queries; assures data accuracy and completeness

• Responds to requests for information; troubleshoots issues, follows up and responds to employee inquiries

• Assists HR managers with employee communications of all kinds; may prepare materials, conduct orientation sessions, or update web pages

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: HR Coordinator

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is $49,960 - $54,268 , commensurate with education, credentials, and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study, and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials fulfill the responsibilities and qualifications outlined. The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=29035&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using your login credentials. After you login to CUNYfirst, navigate to job openings by following the path from the Main Menu: Employee Self Service –>Careers

CLOSING DATE

October 16, 2024.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

29035

Location

Central Office