Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Assistant
About OWNCS
Our World Neighborhood Charter Schools (OWNCS) educate students to become independent thinkers and lifelong learners. Our educational philosophy is based on inquiry, active and experiential learning, and social justice.
We are committed to providing strong educational opportunities for children in underserved communities. We believe in the importance of creating socio-economically and culturally diverse schools.
A successful candidate for this position will embody confidence, exercise good judgment, and be able to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with various constituencies, including students, senior staff, co-workers, and teachers.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the day-to-day administrative and Human Resources functions.
• Assist with new employee benefits and orientation.
• Verify I-9 documentation.
• Prepare new employee personnel files and keep personnel files current.
• Schedule and coordinate various meetings.
• Make photocopies, faxes, scan documents, and perform other clerical functions.
• Assist in preparing offer letters and 195.1 forms for new hires, promotions, etc.
• Prepare and issue ID/Attendance badges.
• Manage inventory for the HR Department and order supplies.
• Assist HR Manager with various projects and related duties as assigned.
• Knowledge of HR systems (UKG, Paylocity, ADP)
• Work in creating a positive work environment, following and implementing procedures and policies.
• Collaborate on various projects with other members of the organization as directed.
• Interact with IT support teams and other internal departments.
• Interact with external partners and consultants.
• Ad hoc duties, as it relates to the role.

Key Competencies & Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively.r
• Administrative experience of 3 years
• HR/Payroll experience of 3 Years

Qualifications:

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Experience as an Administrative Assistant or similar experience.
• Bachelors and/or background in the Human Resources field preferred.
• Microsoft Office/Google Office proficiency.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New York: Reliably commute between work locations in Astoria, Corona, and Howard Beach (Required)

Job Type: Full-time Exempt

• Pay: $55,000 to $65,000 per year, depending on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
  • AD&D Life
  • Voluntary Life
  • Basic Life
  • STD Insurance
  • LTD Insurance
  • Legal Insurance
  • Identity Theft Insurance
• FSA
  • Dependent Care
  • Parking
  • Transit
• Paid time off
  • Vacation
  • Sick
  • Federal Holidays

Disclaimer:
This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required for this position. It is not intended to limit or modify any supervisor's right to assign, direct, or reassign duties or responsibilities to this job at any time. The illustration shall not be used to exclude non-listed duties of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
OWNCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion/creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, actual or perceived mental or physical disability, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), sex/gender, gender identity, presentation, expression or nonconformity (including cisgender/transgender, non-binary or intersex status), marital status, domestic partner status, familial or caregiver status, military or veteran status, actual or perceived sexual orientation (heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, asexuality), sexual and reproductive health decisions, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, stalking or sex offenses, arrest or conviction record, unemployment status, credit history, salary history, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws (each a "Protected Characteristic").
Our management team is dedicated to this policy for recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities discipline, discharge, and general treatment during employment.