Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Assistant

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Assistant provides essential administrative and operational support to the HR department. The role is a key point of contact for staff onboarding, HRIS data integrity, benefits enrollment tracking, and employee lifecycle compliance, and coordinates training schedules, recordkeeping, and reporting in support of Museum policies and its collective bargaining agreement. This is a confidential position with regular access to sensitive employee and labor relations information. The ideal candidate is highly organized, accurate with data, discreet, and enjoys working with people.

Assist with the recruitment process by creating position requisitions in ADP Workforce Now, posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting initial candidate assessments.

• Assist in the onboarding process for new hires, including coordinating pre-employment steps, including background checks, Form I-9 verification, and new hire paperwork; schedule and help conduct orientations; and coordinate issuance of employee equipment, system access, and identification badges.
• Maintain employee records and ensure accuracy and confidentiality in all HR databases and files. Track probationary periods and notify supervisors of upcoming deadlines; monitor that annual performance goals and reviews are created and completed for each employee in ADP; and track mandatory training completions, including New York State annual sexual harassment prevention training.
• Support HR compliance efforts by ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures, as well as local, state, and federal regulations.
• Assist with benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and inquiries from employees, in addition to supporting annual open enrollment
• Prepare HR-related reports and presentations for HR Director as needed. Prepare bi-weekly union reports (new hires, separations, status changes, and dues).
• Monitor the central HR inbox and respond to routine inquiries; draft standard employment verification letters; route complex employee relations inquiries to the Director of HR or senior leadership; and maintain confidential personnel files and digital archives in line with record retention requirements.
• Maintain the Museum's library of job descriptions and FLSA classification records, and flag changes in duties or salary that may affect a position's exempt or non-exempt status for review by the Director of HR.
• Support offboarding process, including exit paperwork, return of Museum property, and required separation notices, and COBRA notification and enrollment.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR department, including managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and maintaining supplies, and supporting HR projects and staff events as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

• One to two years of experience in HR, payroll, or administrative support role; experience in a nonprofit, cultural, or unionized workplace a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee and labor relations information with discretion Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and HRIS software. Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable HRIS strongly preferred
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations is a plus.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

We offer a full comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Reimbursement Program through the Difference Card, Commuter Benefits Program through the Difference Card, Voluntary Short Term Disability Plan and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, and other voluntary benefits.

We offer full-time employees 15 days of paid time off, 8 sick days off and 13 holidays off as applicable throughout the fiscal year.

We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this Job Description describes you, then please apply for this role.

Founded in 1977, the New Museum is a leading destination for new art and new ideas. It is Manhattan's only dedicated contemporary art museum and is respected internationally for the adventurousness and global scope of its curatorial program. Since opening on the Bowery in 2007, over 3.8 million have visited the Museum or attended programs and events, and the Museum has presented 90+ exhibitions with 500 artists from 60 countries around the globe, and 650+ public programs ranging from live performances, conferences, residencies, screening, afterschool programs, and family days. The New Museum has a current operating budget of $10.6 million and approximately 120 full-time and part-time employees.

The New Museum of Contemporary Art believes that all persons are entitled to Equal Employment Opportunity, and we do not discriminate against our staff members or applicants for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender identity and expression, sex, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran or citizenship status provided they are qualified and meet the requirements for the job. The New Museum provides Reasonable Accommodation for candidates with Disabilities. All candidates hired must be vaccinated with the COVID vaccine.

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