Northeastern University·Boston, Massachusetts
The associate will provide administrative and operational support for HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, and personnel records management. They will also serve as a point of contact for faculty and staff while ensuring compliance with university policies and HR processes.
About the Opportunity
The College of Science at Northeastern University seeks a Faculty Human Resources Associate who will provide administrative and operational support for a variety of HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, employee transactions, compliance, and personnel records management. This temporary position serves as a key resource to managers, faculty, and staff by helping ensure HR processes are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with university policies.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. This position will not be sponsored for a work visa.
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ [https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/] for more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy.
Pay Rate: $32 per hour
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. One to three years of professional experience in HR or administration is required, preferably within a higher education setting.
Market context
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