Job Information
The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York Human Resources, Project Specialist in New York, New York
- Job Type: Officer of Administration
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Hours Per Week: 35
- Salary Range: $70,000 to $76,000
Position Summary
Reporting to the Executive Director of Human Resources, this dynamic role will spearhead employee engagement initiatives, coordinate events and activities, and manage HR-related projects to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee satisfaction. Some key responsibilities include leveraging data analytics to inform decision-making in HR operations, such as identifying trends in personnel transactions and payroll data to improve efficiency and accuracy. This role serves as a project specialist and provides actionable recommendations to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Responsibilities
(30%) Employee Engagement:
- Implement employee engagement strategies to foster a positive work culture and enhance employee morale.
- Plan and execute initiatives to recognize employee achievements, promote teamwork, and celebrate milestones.
- Collaborate with HR team members and department heads to identify opportunities for enhancing employee engagement across the school
- Serve as a liaison between HR and various departments to gather input, disseminate information, and promote collaboration on employee engagement initiatives, events, and projects.
- Facilitate communication between HR and employees, disseminating information on policies, procedures, and benefits.
(25%) Events Coordination:
- Plan, coordinate, and execute various HR-related events and activities, including training workshops, seminars, team-building events, and social gatherings.
- Liaise with vendors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless event execution within budget and timeline constraints.
- Handle logistics, venue arrangements, catering, and other event-related tasks to ensure a memorable experience for participants.
(25%) Project Management:
- Manage and participate in HR-related projects to improve processes, systems, and employee experiences.
- Develop project plans, establish milestones, and track progress to ensure timely completion of project deliverables.
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives and drive continuous improvement in HR practices and initiatives.
- Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to align goals, expectations, and timelines.
(15%) HR Operations Management:
- Handle personnel transactions, leaves, terminations, and other staff and casual employment changes.
- Process payroll accurately and promptly, ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and policies.
- Maintain comprehensive HR records, including personnel files, time and attendance records, and performance evaluations
- Manage compliance with federal, state, local, and university HR regulations, policies, and laws.
(5%) Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
- At least 2-3 years of experience in employee engagement, events coordination, and project management, preferably in a higher education or corporate setting.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate employees at all levels of the school.
- Proficiency in project management tools, event planning software, and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Creative thinker with a passion for enhancing employee experiences and driving positive change.
- As part of the applicant process, the finalist will be required to complete an Excel skills assessment.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran
Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.
Minimum Salary: 31200.00 Maximum Salary: 31200.00 Salary Unit: Yearly