People & Culture Assistant Position Available In New York, New York

People & Culture Assistant United Jewish Appeal-Fed of Jewish New York, NY Job Details Full-time $50,000 – $52,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Bachelor’s degree Communication skills Entry level

Full Job Description Position Summary:

Join the dynamic People & Culture team at UJA-Federation of New York, where we work to foster an inclusive, engaging, vibrant and supportive workplace culture! We’re looking for a detail-oriented and enthusiastic People & Culture Assistant who will play a vital role in the day-to-day operations of our People and Culture department. In this position, you’ll provide high-level administrative support, help implement meaningful employee programs and ensure our People & Culture processes run smoothly. You’ll also support the Vice President and Director of the department, gaining exposure to all aspects of HR in a mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities:

In this multifaceted role, you’ll: Serve as a friendly and helpful point of contact for employee questions related to People & Culture policies and forms. Manage onboarding documentation, including I-9 verification, ensuring everything is accurate, complete, and compliant. Help bring great talent to Team UJA by crafting job postings. Train new hires on timesheet procedures and audit weekly submissions for accuracy. Oversee ID card processing for staff, temps, lay leaders, and tenants. Track and process contracts and invoices and submit payments. Share employee birthday and anniversary milestones with our senior management. Support managers through the initial employment period process. Send daily celebratory messages to employees and weekly staff announcements. Prepare insightful monthly reports to inform decision-making. Coordinate employee discount programs and liaise with benefit vendors (e.g., gyms). Assist in planning employee engagement activities, including staff recognition and wellness programs, seasonal events, and learning opportunities. Maintain accurate and up-to-date organizational charts. Keep employee files and archives in tip-top shape. Jump in on special projects and opportunities to make an impact.

What You Bring:

A bachelor’s degree required Experience through an HR internship or relevant coursework in human resources. A strong appreciation for Jewish culture and traditions—and a connection to our mission. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills—you enjoy helping others. Top-notch organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple tasks and meet deadlines. A strong eye for detail and a commitment to high-quality work. The utmost respect for confidentiality and discretion. A collaborative spirit and the ability to thrive in a diverse team environment. Initiative, good judgment, and a positive, can-do attitude.

Salary Information:

The salary range for this role is $50,000 to $52,000 Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.