People & Culture Assistant

Classification Title:

HR Assistant

Classification Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and three years of relevant experience.

Job Description:

The UF Health Cancer Institute is the 72nd NCI designated cancer center and the only one at a public university in the State of Florida. As a matrix cancer center, we span all of the University of Florida's 16 colleges, pulling together a world-class, multi-disciplinary membership of over 350 faculty and 150 staff to address the challenges of the cancer burden faced by the population we serve as we work together to find a cure.

As a People & Culture Assistant at the UF Health Cancer Institute (UFHCI), you will be responsible for supporting a range of HR programs and processes on behalf of the UFHCI and will provide logistical and administrative support to the Office of People & Culture (OHR). An approachable, professional demeanor and attitude, as well as a high level of confidentiality is necessary for success in this role.

In your new role you will be responsible for the following:

• Providing support to the People & Culture team and coordinating the administrative and logistical functions of the Office.
• Ensuring timely notices and reminders of important payroll, time, and benefits related information, including bi-weekly payroll reminders and open enrollment announcements.
• Working with POPS to revise and adjust onboarding, training, and offboarding programs and forms to meet evolving Institute needs as directed.
• Assisting staff with navigating routine issues with benefits, leave, and other HR functions, involving other members of the team as needed.
• Working with People Operations Partners to curate results and findings from survey data into reports and presentations for leadership as appropriate.

This is an entry-level position, ideal for candidates with some administrative experience and/or an interest in building a career in HR. A complete job description will be provided to candidates selected for interview.

Expected Salary:

$18.50 - $22.00, hourly

This is a TEAMS position, and is eligible for a suite of excellent benefits, retirement options, and paid leave.

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Required Qualifications:

Knowledge/Experience:

• Experience and/or training in HR or administration.
• Foundational awareness of HR policies and best practices.

Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, time management, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to drive projects to completion.
• Ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders while maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred:

Knowledge/Experience:

• Bachelors’ in Human Resources, Business Administration, Education, or related field.
• Direct experience in higher education and/or academic research is highly preferred.

Qualities:

• Highly resourceful team-player, with the ability to also be effective independently, maintain appropriate discretion, and utilize effective writing and organizational skills.
• Strong desire to learn, seek out, and apply new knowledge, methods, and information.
• Demonstrated forward-thinking mentality with the ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong desire to establish and maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders and critical staff, both internally and externally, through a variety of communication mediums and venues.

Skills/Abilities:

• Exceptional customer service skills with a professional, trustworthy, and approachable demeanor.
• Ability to anticipate challenges, prioritize competing demands, and adapt to changing priorities.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The University of Florida is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit.

Applicants must upload a copy of the following documents to be considered for this position:

• Cover Letter or Letter of Interest
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• List of Three Professional References

This position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. More information and resources regarding the hiring process, including veteran’s preference, can be found here.

This is not a remote work position, and is located on the University of Florida's Main Campus in Gainesville, FL.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:No