The HR Receptionist is the first point of contact for employees, job applicants, visitors and external stakeholders. Reporting to the Vice President for Leave & Benefits, the HR Receptionist provides support to HR operations while maintaining efficiency, professionalism and confidentiality; exercises independent judgment in prioritizing routine reception and administrative tasks, responding to general inquiries, and managing day-to-day office activities.
Duties include but are not limited to:
- Greet and assist visitors, employees, and job applicants in a courteous and professional manner.
- Answer, screen, and direct incoming in person inquiries.
- Prepare, process, and distribute HR correspondence, reports, and forms.
- Support onboarding and orientation activities for new employees.
- Maintain office supplies and ensure reception and HR office areas are organized and presentable.
- Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and courier deliveries.
- Enter and update employee information in HR databases and information systems.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the HR Managers or designated supervisor.
Additional Information:
1. NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
2. NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.
NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees
Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.
COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057
Qualification Requirements
1. High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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