Human Resources Assistant HV-NTP-9785

Founded in 1953 Hudson Valley Community College (HVCC) located in scenic Upstate NY is a multi-campus College with locations in Troy and Malta New York. HVCC offers more than 80 degree and certificate programs in three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM). Hudson Valley is one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system and serves nearly 9000 students each year. The college is a recognized leader in career and transfer preparation workforce training initiatives distance learning and service to a diverse population of students. Hudson Valley has an extension center in Malta NY known as HVCC North and sponsors the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center in Troy NY. With more than 80000 alumni and nearly 1000 employees the college is a catalyst for educational opportunity and economic development in the Capital Region of New York State.

Hudson Valley seeks experienced dynamic capable creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.

Department: Office of Human Resources

Human Resources Assistant HV-NTP-9785

To be considered an applicant for this position you must meet the minimum qualifications as stated in this announcement. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restrictions and appointment will be contingent upon completion of a background check.

Position Summary:

The Human Resource Assistant will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organizations human resource department.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files records and documentation.
Process high volume of data in HRIS system.
Assists in the administration of the colleges benefits.
Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees related to standard policies benefits hiring processes etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
Provides clerical support to the HR department.
Manages all new hire paperwork and personnel files.
May assist with new hire orientation.
Manage the front desk and welcome customers in person as well as the phone and email.
Participate in the full cycle recruitment process including sourcing screening interviewing and hiring. Attend job fairs.
May supervisor college workers.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
Required:

Associates degree in business administration accounting finance or related field.
Three years of experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact professionalism and diplomacy.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn payroll management human resource information system (HRIS) and similar computer applications.

Preferred:

Bachelors degree in business administration accounting finance or related field.
One year of experience.

This is a 12-month Full-Time position with a salary range of $48000-$51000.

Hudson Valley offers a full benefit package including Health Insurance Dental and Eye Insurance Retirement employee and employees spouse and children free tuition waivers. HVCC also has a generous leave policy. If youre employed by a government or not-for-profit organization you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans

To apply please visit and complete the online application before the close date of August 8 2026.

Hudson Valley provides educational access to a diverse community of traditional and non-traditional learners in an environment that fosters lifelong learning and freedom of inquiry and expression. Hudson Valley values equity inclusion and dignity for all.

Hudson Valley Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation or gender identity national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Women minorities veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Bi-lingual applicants strongly encouraged to apply.