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Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
Senior HR Associate
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Human Resources
Department
Office of Workplace Culture
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
University Human Resources (UHR) supports the Rutgers mission as an institution of prominence, preeminent in research, teaching, service, and clinical care. We strive to provide the highest level of customer service in delivering a comprehensive network of programs, services, and expertise to attract, retain, and develop diverse and highly skilled top talent.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Senior HR Staff Associate for the Office of Workplace Culture within the department of University Human Resources. This position reports to the Director of Policy and Employment Practices. The incumbent will assist in the coordination of all aspects of Workplace Culture initiatives.
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
Among the key duties of the position are the following:
- Entails helping to establish short, medium, and long-term implementation objectives for policy updates, conflict management projects, and Workplace Excellence branding.
- Manages the UHR Policy Inquiry inbox.
- Duties range from project management, high level administrative support for a team of professionals, addressing client inquiries in a courteous and professional manner, scheduling meetings as necessary, drafting correspondence, and assisting in creating presentation materials.
- Tasks also include data entry and analysis, as well as working with UHR IT staff to update and maintain websites and procedures as operating systems/services are changed or enhanced.
- Creates reports, presentations, and other written documents for distribution to HR staff, University leaders, and employees across the University community.
- Follows up with HR teams and on behalf of the Assistant Vice President for Workplace Culture and the Director of Policy and Employment Practices on action items as necessary to ensure deadlines are met.
- Provides back-up executive assistant support for the SVP of Human Resources.
- Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on departmental need.
Position Status
Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Day
Work Arrangement
FLSA
Exempt
Grade
05
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary
66697.000
Annual Mid Range Salary
84422.000
Annual Maximum Salary
102147.000
Standard Hours
37.50
Union Description
Administrators Confidential
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Benefits
Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
- Also requires two years of relevant experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- HR background with strong oral and written communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to think strategically.
- Comfortable managing difficult situations, while presenting a high level of professional maturity, diplomacy, resiliency and adaptability.
- Demonstrated ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in higher education.
- Five years of relevant experience.
Equipment Utilized
- Microsoft Office.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number
24ST0139
Posting Open Date
01/22/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus
Cook (RU-New Brunswick)
City
New Brunswick
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees, Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
