Job Description:
An exciting career opportunity awaits an experienced human resources professional. The HR Assistant/Associate will have a generalist role, learning various functions within the HR office with a primary focus on training. The incumbent will interact extensively with college staff to assist in setting objectives, solving problems, and training college professional staff on various policies and procedures within the HR office. The HR Assistant/Associate will also be responsible for maintaining the content of the HR website.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s degree, two to four years of work experience, and a broad range of computer skills, including strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and web-based systems are required. Applicants must possess strong interpersonal skills, and communicate effectively in written, oral and presentation formats. In addition, the incumbent will contribute to the OHR team’s success, and travel as directed to regional centers throughout NYS. Master’s degree in business or human resources may be substituted for two years work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Evidence of work within culturally diverse groups and settings; work experience in human resources and training, higher education, and/or the State University of New York receives favorable consideration.  Experience with website maintenance also a plus

Additional Information:
Occasional travel required.  
 
Rank/Salary: $38,000-$42,000  
Applications due by: 12/11/2009  
Anticipated start date: 1/30/2010  
 
Empire State College, an AA/EEO/IRCA/ADA employer, is committed to excellence through diversity.

Application Instructions:

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• Resume
• Cover letter

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