Why Join ADAPT?

It's more than a job; it's a calling. It's where passion meets purpose. ADAPT Community Network, formerly United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of NYC, provides a multitude of services to people with developmental disabilities. At ADAPT, we are 3,000 strong, and it takes every one of us to empower the lives of the people we support. With caring and great resources at hand, we know what it takes to help people live fuller, happier, healthier lives. Our employees are committed to the people we support every day, and we all deliver on our promise to provide innovative and comprehensive services to individuals with developmental disabilities.

For your next career move, apply with us at ADAPT Community Network! Wherever you work among our many locations around New York City, ADAPT offers paid training and competitive benefits. We foster a team culture of learning, support, collaboration, and career growth.

SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for providing administrative support in the Human Resources department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The duties and responsibilities of the Human Resources Assistant will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Responsible for the entry and audit of HRIS data, including new hires, terminations, pay changes, title changes, transfers, organizational structure changes, etc.
• Ensure supporting documents are received with Employee Master Change forms.
• Helps to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Work collaboratively with the HR team as well as other departments within the agency.
• Maintains the company’s HR Position Control database and partners with the programs to ensure the integrity of the information.
• Assists with the maintenance of personnel files.
• Respond to inquiries regarding agency policies and procedures, PTO accruals, time and attendance, address changes, UltiPro account, etc.
• Create and maintain employee files.
• Work with Payroll to ensure employees are paid according to their start dates and are set up correctly for deduction of taxes.
• Assign user roles in UltiPro for new and existing employees.
• Act as backup for managing DMV and MHL for applicants, volunteers, and interns by entering, retrieving, and communicating results.
• Act as back for processing all Unemployment claims by submitting wages and separation information.
• Assists with special projects.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Excellent interpersonal skills are required to interact effectively with employees, co-workers, other departments, outside contacts, etc.
• Due to the sensitive nature of the position, one must be able to maintain the strictest confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Proficient in MS Office products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to type correspondence and other documents in a variety of formats at speed necessary for job performance
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures, including business correspondence, record-keeping systems, and office equipment
• Excellent oral and written communications skills

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• At least two years of related work experience

Pay Range: $40,000 - $45,000 / annually

ADAPT Community Network is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds and statuses are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.