Program & HR Administrative Assistant

Talentify; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Acacia Network in New York is seeking a Program Assistant to support administrative duties and HR functions under the Program Director. You will help with onboarding, background checks, document management, and coordination of employment verifications.

This 35-hour week, non-exempt role requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant administrative/office support experience.
• High School Diploma required.
• Associate Degree in HR Management, Organizational Development, Business Management or related field preferred.
• Knowledge of HR functions including recruiting, benefits and employee relations preferred.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws.
• Ability to use business acumen to exercise good judgment.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to diversity and sensitivity.

Responsibilities

• Assist in onboarding new hires and create candidate accounts for pre-employment paperwork.
• Review completion of onboarding tasks prior to start date.
• Coordinate pre-employment steps including background checks and verifications.
• Prepare and file New Hire Checklist and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide health insurance information and enrollment forms to new hires.
• Maintain proper scanning, filing, and labeling of HR documents.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Multitasking

Decision-making

Education

Associate Degree in HR Management

Tools

MS Office

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Acacia Network in New York is seeking a Program Assistant to support administrative duties and HR functions under the Program Director. You will help with onboarding, background checks, document management, and coordination of employment verifications.

This 35-hour week, non-exempt role requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.