Senior HR Administrative Assistant – Talent & Onboarding

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook seeks a Senior Administrative Assistant to support HR functions for the Cancer Center, including recruitment, hiring and retention, time and attendance, and employee relations. This role requires strict confidentiality and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes independent work, strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills, and a full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher).
• Two (2) years of full-time administrative experience in an office setting.
• Human Resources (HR) experience.
• Proficiency with computer software with Microsoft Office and/or Google applications.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment coordination and hiring processes within the Cancer Center.
• Handle HR administrative tasks including timekeeping, payroll data and personnel records.
• Prepare and maintain HR reports and data in the Talent Management System or HRIS.
• Maintain and organize HR files, onboarding/offboarding, and training records.
• Assist with internal training coordination and attendance tracking.

Skills

HR experience

Administrative support

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook seeks a Senior Administrative Assistant to support HR functions for the Cancer Center, including recruitment, hiring and retention, time and attendance, and employee relations. This role requires strict confidentiality and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

The position emphasizes independent work, strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills, and a full-time schedule.