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HR Generalist (HEOa)

POSITION DETAILS

This position will report to the Talent Acquisition and Engagement Manager at The City College at New York. In addition to the CUNY Title Overview, the Human Resources Generalist duties include, but are not limited to the following responsibilities:

• Provide support and guidance to HR Recruitment Team and all employees in relation to policies and procedures, governance, and the CUNY/PSC contract

• Develop, monitor, implement and update processes to improve and streamline recruitment

• Oversee the employment and hiring processes for titles in CUNYfirst and TAM and WorkDay; Review the appointment and onboarding processes, work closely with benefits and payroll staff to ensure new staff are hired seamlessly. This also includes staffing, recruitment, appointments, reappointments, tenure/certificate of continuous employment (CCE), faculty stipends, multiple position reports, tracking, academic leaves and special leaves, etc. Maintain accurate records of promotions, salary increments and tenure for Teaching Instructional staff

• Consistently review current personnel policies and procedures, develop and recommend improvements where applicable. Work closely with Payroll to track payroll data, submit spreadsheets for internal review, and provide information on data. Manage applicable tracking spreadsheets and reports to ensure all data is accurate

• Partner with CCNY Business partners (Human Resources Coordinators) HRCs to keep them abreast of recruitment changes

• Perform routine audits and work with the Data Analyst to ensure CUNYfirst data is accurate and actions are reported timely and correctly

• Participate in the data integrity review in preparation for the implementation of WorkDay for all titles listed - Work collaboratively with senior management on institutional effectiveness and measurement of Instructional success

• Ensure compliance with University and College policies as well as the Professional Staff Congress/CUNY Collective Bargaining Agreement

• Coordinate special projects, employee programs, and events. Create and conduct presentations and trainings where applicable

• Prepare routine correspondence, electronic materials and documents externally and internally

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

- Two years of CUNY experience

- Intermediate/advanced Excel skills

- Excellent verbal, writing, and analytical ability

- Excellent writing and editing skills, with attention to clarity, tone, and detail

- Growth mindset and strong attention to detail

- Aptitude for problem-solving

- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills

- Strong research skills, including the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret data

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Administers various Human Resources functions and programs for one or more employee group(s) exercising discretion and independent judgment.

- Oversees two or more human resources functions for an employee group, such as, but not limited to, staffing, recruitment, employee relations, appointment administration, compensation, human resource information systems (HRIS), training and development, benefits, and/or administration of HR policies, procedures, and programs.

- Ensures human resources functions, programs, and actions are in compliance with university rules and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, employment laws, and college policies and procedures.

- Interprets and provides professional counsel and advice to employees and managers on HR programs and policies, CUNY rules, collective bargaining agreements, and applicable employment laws. Researches and resolves multifaceted human resources issues.

- Recommends new approaches, best practices, policies, and systems to improve office efficiency and services provided.

- Performs related duties as assigned.

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary Range: $98,995 - $109,025. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are viewing this job posting in CUNYfirst, please click on "Apply Now" on the bottom of this page and follow the instructions.

If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows:

Go to www.cuny.edu and click on "Employment"

Click "Search job listings "Click on "More options to search for CUNY jobs"

Search for Job Opening ID number: **31607**

Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions.

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CLOSING DATE

January 13, 2026.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

31607

Location

City College of New York