HR Specialist, HRIS (HEOa) - 400629

HR Specialist, HRIS (HEOa) - 400629

POSITION DETAILS

Reporting to the Executive Director of Human Resources, or Designee, the HR Specialist, HRIS, supports the management and implementation of department human resources information systems, including but not limited to CUNYfirst?s Human Capital Management (HCM), CUNYWork, legacy systems.

The Human Resources Specialist?s duties include but are not limited to:

• Implements procedures to extract, verify, and correct data as appropriate. Lead the review of system data and make corrections as necessary while adhering to CUNY and College deadlines.
• Serves key role in the college's transition into new HRIS systems and processes and in conversion to CUNYWork system; Serves as subject matter expert, train-the-trainer and point person in data cleanup and testing.
• Develops, runs and analyzes reports and tracking systems to determine adjunct eligibility for 3 year reappointments; and ongoing monitoring of eligibility.
• Creates and runs reports from to provide information requested from other offices throughout the college; runs Monthly Employee Transaction report.
• Serves as liaison between HR and DoIT in developing and implementing technological solutions to support HR functions; serves as troubleshooter for HR IT issues.
• Liaisons with Central Office in the updating of current HRIS systems and implementation of new policies, processes and systems; analyzes new systems not currently used at the college and recommends adoption if appropriate.
• Trains systems users within HR and across the campus as appropriate.
• Processes HR actions in HCM?s Position Management, TAM, Workforce Administration.
• Acts as liaison between HR and budget for position management.
• Maintains and updates content on HR website; creates HR forms.
• Runs mass reappointment processes in CUNYFirst for Adjuncts, HEOs, College Assistants.
• Maintains data integrity; updates salaries in CUNYfirst, including increments and contractual raises;.ensures accurate record retention for the Office of Human Resources.

QUALIFICATIONS

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

Candidate must demonstrate strong expertise and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including strong working knowledge of developing complex formulas, managing datasets, spreadsheet functions and creating pivot tables.

Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office is required.

Familiarity with PeopleSoft and/or Workday preferred.

CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

Develops and administers processes and policies regarding Human Resources.

• Advises employees and managers on Human Resources policies and guidelines; provides a high level of customer service in assisting members of the College community
• Supervises and administers one or more human resources programs such as recruiting, pay administration, employee orientation, employee benefits, data entry and recordkeeping, and performance appraisal/reappointment practices
• Maintains an in-depth understanding of CUNY rules and regulations, relevant laws and guidelines, collective bargaining agreements, and College policies, and applies these to his/her areas of responsibility
• Investigates regarding sensitive employee issues or complaints
• Helps create innovative communications such as manuals, web pages, or employee meetings and provides these to the College community
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Job Title Name: HR Specialist

CUNY TITLE

Higher Education Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$94,909 - $102,017

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

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID 32109, or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of resumes to begin April 30, 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: 32109

Location: Kingsborough Community College