HR Assistant Position Available In Monroe, Pennsylvania

East Stroudsburg University is hiring an HR Assistant! Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU’s proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country’s largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun. As the HR Assistant, you will need to think creatively and be comfortable serving as the first point of contact for employees seeking assistance on human resource related matters. You will be an active member of the Human Resources team and will work closely with the Director to execute general support functions. You will thrive in this role if you like combining your interpersonal skills and clerical experience all while maintaining a high sense of confidentiality. To be successful in this role, you must be detail-oriented, organized, and able to pivot on tasks. Your normal hours will be Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. You may have to flex your schedule from time to time based on the needs of the business to be a true HR Assistant. When our team shows up for work, they are energized and motivated to succeed – all while being the most crucial piece to keeping the ESU operations humming. This is a confidential position within the AFSCME bargaining unit. What Will I Do At ESU? (AKA Essential Duties) Serve as the first point of contact for employees seeking assistance on general human resource related matters through email, calls, and walk-ins. Serves as the assistant to the HR Director and the Assistant Director, including managing calendars, schedules, and other administrative functions.
Assist in the processing of payroll as needed as a backup to the HR Assistant-Payroll.
Provide first line IT support for the applicant tracking system (password resets, unlocking accounts, etc). Reconcile BOA purchase cards for the HR Team. Draft documents for the HR management staff, such as letters, memos, and other administrative correspondence. Processes all invoices and bills for the department. This includes tracking of the budget, ordering supplies, keeping inventory, and putting in work orders as needed for the office. Assist the HR Generalists with the process of student employment administrative tasks. Support the HR team with generating and disseminating HR reports through JetDocs ticketing requests. What We’re Looking For (AKA Qualifications) 2 years of clerical or para-professional work. An Associate’s degree may be substituted for two years of required experience. 1 year of accounting experience preferred. Excellent presentation skills, including verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to absorb and apply information quickly. Reliable, dependable; strong deadline orientation. Open to feedback and coaching. Experience working in a unionized environment a plus. Able to read, write, and comprehend English; able to follow verbal instructions.
Proficient with Word, Excel, Teams required. What We Offer Outstanding benefits package including benefits such as medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid leave

Salary:

$44,890 annually
Living by the

Warrior Code:

Accountable for One’s Actions
Committed to Self-Growth
Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good
Positive, Honest, and Loyal
Respectful of the Environment and Community
Dedicated to Empowering Others And yes, legal made us spell this out…
Must be at least 18 years old and be able to read and write English. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment. We are proud ESU is an equal opportunity employer. For more information on President Long’s 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm