Human Resources Assistant

Date Posted: 05/18/26

Applications Due: 06/12/26

Vacancy ID: 216270

Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencySUNY Old Westbury

TitleHuman Resources Assistant

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $50000 to $52000 Annually

Employment TypeFull-Time

Appointment TypePermanent

Jurisdictional ClassUnclassified Service

Travel Percentage0%

Schedule

WorkweekMon-Fri

Hours Per Week37.5

Workday

From8:30 AM

To5 PM

Flextime allowed?No

Mandatory overtime?No

Compressed workweek allowed?No

Telecommuting allowed?No

Location

CountyNassau

Street Address223 Store Hill Rd Office of Human Resources

CityOld Westbury

StateNY

Zip Code11568

Job Specifics

Duties DescriptionThis position reports to the Executive Director of Human Resources with primary responsibility to provide administrative support and assistance to the Executive Director and provide support in the Human Resources functional areas including benefits, records administration, recruitment and employment and employee and labor relations. This is a twelve (12) month, Management Confidential position.

Primary Responsibilities:

Serves as the Human Resources department's initial contact.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Coordinates the Executive Director's calendar (prioritizing and scheduling appointments and meetings).

Handles day to day office operations (answers office telephone lines, greets visitors to the office, opens and sorts US mail, interoffice mail, including HR email inbox).

Tracks and handles day to day office operations, logistics, purchasing and budget matters.

Enters employee information in applicable SUNY and other NY State Employee systems.

Assists Human Resources staff with initiatives such as onboarding, coordinating employee recognition services, professional development as well departmental projects.

Maintains departmental data and metrics systems.

Prepares meeting agendas.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director or designee.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Microsoft Office software and other general office software.

Business etiquette and office protocol.

Skill in:

Creating exceptional interpersonal relationships with executive leaders, managers, supervisors, colleagues, employees, students and external constituencies.

Verbal and written communication and giving presentations.

Ability to:

Manage sensitive and complex matters with discretion and sound judgment.

Ability to organize, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail.

Effectively navigate local Old Westbury campus and SUNY system-wide structures.

Arrive at analytical, data informed decisions and program approaches.

Advise employees and managers on general human resources related matters.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Sitting at a desk, viewing computer screens, typing on a keyboard and manipulating a mouse. Occasional standing, bending, reaching to file documents. Speaking and listening to conversations on a telephone and via zoom, TEAMS or other video meeting technology.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Inside office environment with normal noise and lighting levels. Work is performed in an open office environment with staff, students, and community contact and interruptions.

Minimum QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree.

One to two years of professional experience in human resources, business or social service environment.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in Higher Education.

Additional CommentsMust apply online at oldwestbury.edu - Jobs & Careers.

Emailed resumes will not be accepted.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

NameLillian Colella

Telephone

FaxFor inquiries only see email below.

Email ...

Address

Streetapplications must be entered online at:

oldwestbury.edu - Jobs & Careers

CityOld Westbury

StateNY

Zip Code11568

Notes on ApplyingApplication Instructions:

Please submit the following online at ://oldwestbury.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=200616:

1. cover letter,

2. resume,

3. contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) references, and

4. a fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process).

Only applications submitted online will be considered.

CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: Open until filled. Review of applications to begin immediately.

VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and minorities to apply.

Employment in this position will be contingent on the College's verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and SUNY Old Westbury polices, including the completion of pre-employment screening.