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HR Coordinator, Central Office Human Resources - Repost (Revised)

POSITION DETAILS

Central Office Human Resources (COHR) at The City University of New York (CUNY) is a key, service-oriented department within the University Human Resources Office (UHR). COHR provides direct HR services to the Chancellery and employees working in various administrative offices across New York City and Albany, NY.

Reporting to the HR Manager or their designee, the HR Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting HR operations and ensuring our team’s success. The HR Coordinator is a multifaceted position and may specialize in recruitment, onboarding, talent management, payroll, HRIS data management, and/or benefits, depending on departmental needs. As the first point of contact for HR-related inquiries, the Coordinator provides frontline support and expertly triages employee issues, ensuring seamless resolution from start to finish.

Examples of key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

+ Assist in the full-cycle onboarding process, including reviewing new hire documentation for compliance with CUNY, state and federal employment laws, initiating background checks, conducting orientation sessions, providing benefits information, and preparing personnel action forms and draft notification letters; evaluate onboarding procedures and recommend process improvements.

+ Conduct a preliminary review of personnel action requests; process personnel transactions across HRIS, payroll, benefits, and other relevant systems; offer guidance to employees based on established policies, regulations, and contract provisions.

+ Serve as the primary contact for HR information, offering support and problem-solving, while escalating complex issues to management as needed.

+ Provide administrative support to the HR team as needed.

As our HR department expands and evolves, we are seeking innovative, passionate individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are eager to make a significant impact. The ideal candidate is a dedicated HR professional, committed to delivering exceptional customer service; they possess a strong eagerness to learn, a growth mindset, and will thrive in a complex, unionized environment. A passion for fairness and inclusion, along with a genuine alignment with CUNY’s mission, are essential qualities. This individual will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, foster a collaborative workplace culture, and contribute to the overall success of Central Office HR.

**NOTE** :

Until further notice, this position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum:

Bachelor's Degree required.

Preferred:

+ Previous human resources experience with excellent verbal, written, and analytical ability.

+ Knowledge of current federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

+ Strong organizational and follow-through skills to prioritize work, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a time-sensitive office.

+ Strong computer proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.) and remote/virtual meeting and collaboration tools; willingness to learn new platforms and adapt to technical changes is a must.

+ Customer-focused with ability to interact and work cooperatively and collaboratively on a team to help diverse internal and external constituencies.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Provides information and services to the College community to support the Human Resources function.

- Prepares and executes various personnel transactions involving employee recordkeeping, processing of new hires, pay administration, and recruiting

- Maintains an understanding of policies, procedures, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements relevant to human resources

- Organizes and processes employee information; develops and maintains reports and queries; assures data accuracy and completeness

- Responds to requests for information; troubleshoots issues, follows up and responds to employee inquiries

- Assists HR managers with employee communications of all kinds; may prepare materials, conduct orientation sessions, or update web pages

- Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: HR Coordinator

CUNY TITLE

Assistant to HEO

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

The salary range is **$54,725 - $59** ,444 commensurate with qualifications, education and experience.

CUNY is in the process of implementing salary schedule increases. Once implemented, salaries of eligible employees will be adjusted by 3.5% effective 9/1/26, in accordance with the terms of the PSC-CUNY collective bargaining agreement.

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

For full consideration, submit a cover letter and resume online via CUNY's web-based job system, addressing how your experience and credentials meet the responsibilities and qualifications outlined.

The direct link to the job opening from external sources is:

https://hrsa.cunyfirst.cuny.edu/psc/erecruit/EMPLOYEE/HRMSCG/c/HRS\_HRAM\_FL.HRS\_CG\_SEARCH\_FL.GBL?Page=HRS\_APP\_JBPST\_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=30197&PostingSeq=1

Current CUNY employees must apply through CUNYfirst Employee Self Service using their login credentials. After you login, click the Careers tile on the Employee Self Service Menu page to view job openings.

CLOSING DATE

October 11, 2025.

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

30197

Location

Central Office