Human Resource Generalist

Community Consolidated School District 59; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Vacation days

Job summary

Community Consolidated School District 59 is seeking an HR support position at the Administration Center - Human Resources. The role focuses on assisting in the overall operation of the HR department and providing personnel management services to staff and stakeholders.

The position requires strong communication, project organization, and discretion. Travel to district locations is required to support HR operations, and the district offers comprehensive benefits and leave.

Qualifications

• Exemplary communication and public relations skills with staff, administrators, and the public.
• Ability to organize substantial projects and work independently.
• Knowledge of technology and modern office practices.
• Ability to organize workflow to meet deadlines.
• Aptitude for detailed record-keeping activities.
• Ability to evaluate needs and develop systems with others.
• Maintain confidentiality and sound independent judgment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with staff and administrators.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of the Human Resource Department and provide personnel management services.
• Support stakeholders including staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Maintain and improve HR processes, confidentiality, and record-keeping.
• Collaborate with others to develop efficient systems and meet deadlines.
• Represent the district positively to staff, parents, and visitors.

Skills

Communication

Public relations

Project management

Tech proficiency

Record-keeping

Needs assessment

Discretion

Interpersonal skills

Travel flexibility

Tools

Office software

Job description

• Location:
  Administration Center - Human Resources
• Date Available:
  01/04/2027

Position Objective:

To assist in the overall operation of the Human Resource Department to provide support and personnel management services to all stakeholders.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Exemplary communication and public relations skills in working with staff, administrators, general?public, and outside officials/agencies as well as develop and model a positive employee attitude.
• Must be able to organize substantial projects and work independently to complete them.
• Must have knowledge and experience in the use of technology, modern office practices, and ?procedures.
• Must be able to organize workflow to meet deadlines.
• Must have aptitude to perform numerous detailed record-keeping activities.
• Must have the ability to evaluate needs and develop systems in collaboration with others.
• Must exercise discretion, maintain confidentiality and employ sound independent judgment.
• Must work effectively and demonstrate exemplary interpersonal skills in dealing with staff members and administrators.
• Must project a positive image of the district to staff, parents, and visitors.
• Must have the ability to travel to/from various locations in the district as needed.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Base salary beginning at $50,000. Experience will be considered.
• Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Medical, dental, life (2x salary), accident, and long-term disability insurance, with the district covering 96% of premiums for eligible staff.
• Generous Leave - 14 sick days annually (unlimited accumulation), 5 personal days, and bereavement leave.
• Paid Time Off - 23 vacation days per year for 12-month employees, plus Board-approved holidays.
• Retirement Benefits - Participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), Social Security/Medicare contributions, and retirement incentive provisions.

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