Human Resources Specialist 1

New York State Homes & Community Renewal • Full-time • Albany, NY, US • $67.12k / year • 3m ago

POSSIBLE HYBRID WORKPLACE OPPORTUNITIY

New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.

This position is on HCR's Housing Trust Fund Corporation (HTFC). HTFC is a public benefit corporation, anda Civil Service exam is not required for this position. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications outlined below to be considered.

NYS Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage the entire employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, retention, development, and offboarding for assigned program areas.
Coordinate and support the recruitment process, including preparing job postings, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and correspondence with candidates.
Facilitate new hire onboarding, ensuring timely completion of required forms, system access, and orientation scheduling and execution.
Assist assigned program areas with employee/supervisor relations issues, and offer guidance on benefits, time and attendance, and agency policies.
Maintain and update employee records, both digital and physical, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Assist in the planning, organization and administration of employee recognition and awards programs.
Responsible for monthly bill reconciliations (Medical, STD/LTD, FSA/DCAP, etc.).
Track and manage leave requests (FMLA, PFL, STD/LTD, etc.), ensuring accurate documentation and reporting.
Conduct administrative studies and analysis and preparing reports for routine and special projects, as needed.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

WHO YOU ARE:

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years of experience.
Substitutions: four years of specialized experience or associate degree and two years of specialized experience may substitute for bachelor’s degree; J.D. or master’s degree may substitute for one year of specialized experience; Ph.D. may substitute for two years of specialized experience.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word.
Ability to establish effective working relationships.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

APPLICANTS MUST INCLUDE RESUME

WHAT WE OFFER AT NYS HCR:

Extensive benefits package including paid leave, including excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits with the New York State & Local Employees’ Retirement System.
Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals
Work life balance benefits including a 37.5 hour work week and paid time off benefits including, vacation, sick, personal days, and Federal Holidays
Opportunity for compressed scheduling
12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
Paid Family Leave
As a New York State employee, you may qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for an eligible employer.

ABOUT NEW YORK STATE HOMES AND COMMUNITY RENEWAL:

Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State’s housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low and moderate income families. Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development. We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders.

Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction. finance, law, and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and family-friendly policies.

New York State is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)