John Jay Part Time College Assistant

Company Site: http://www.jjay.cuny.edu/

Application Site: http://careers.insidehighered.com/john-jay-college-criminal-justice-city-university-new-york/college-assistant-human-resources/job/423283?utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

The City University of New York (CUNY) is the nation's leading urban public university serving more than 480,000 students in a wide range of educational programs at 24 colleges and institutions in New York City.
Job ID: 6012

Regular/Temporary: Regular

GENERAL DUTIES: - Under supervision, performs miscellaneous clerical, administrative, research or other work related to the operation of a College or other unit where such work is required on a part-time basis or for a period of limited duration.

- There is one Assignment Level for this position. All personnel perform related work. This specification describes typical assignments; related duties may be assigned as
needed.

- Maximum tenure for any employee in this hourly position is 1040 hours per year.
- Performs routine clerical work; may answer and attend to telephone calls; maintain records,
operate office machines (such as copier), sort and distribute mail, issue keys and identity cards,
act as messenger, and perform related tasks as required.
- Types letters, memoranda, charts, and similar materials.
- Acts as cashier.
- Assists in statistical or research activities. May collect and compile data, code data for computer entry, perform data entry, and run computer reports.
- Performs clerical library work, such as sorting and shelving books, performing data entry into library systems, or binding books and periodicals.
- Assists in instructional programs, including tutoring and assisting students in areas such as reading and mathematics. May assist in speech and hearing therapy, provide musical accompaniment, and/or distribute and collect physical education equipment.
- Enters and maintains departmental records such as inventory control records, rosters, directories, and schedules.
- May operate computers, computer software, and other electronic equipment in performing assigned tasks.

CONTRACT TITLE: College Assistant

FLSA: Non-exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION: John Jay College of Criminal Justice, a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY), is an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice, committed to the advancement of justice and just societies. It is a public liberal arts college that enriches the entire learning experience by highlighting themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Located steps from Lincoln Center at the cultural heart of New York City, the College offers bachelors and masters degrees and participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate School of the City University of New York. John Jay College is also recognized for serving a broadly diverse student population. Under the leadership of its fourth president, Jeremy Travis, John Jay College has experienced unprecedented faculty hiring, an expansion of its curricular offerings, and the opening in 2011 of a new 600,000 square foot building complete with a black-box theatre, state-of-the-art lab space for students and faculty, a moot courtroom, and a variety of virtual learning settings. As evidenced by so many on-going developments, the College offers its many new faculty and staff the opportunity to shape the future of their institution.

This is a 20 hours per week part -time position.

In addition to the general duties, the College Assistant will also perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

- Utilizing HR systems in support of processing HR transactions.
- Performing customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions in person, on the telephone, and/or via electronic or hard copy communication.
- Assisting in facilitating new hire on-boarding by providing the employee with required forms and answering questions regarding new hire process.
- Preparing new employee files; maintaining files in good order and condition; filing papers and documents into appropriate employee files.
- Assisting or preparing correspondence for electronic or hard-copy distribution.
- Performing related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - Must demonstrate sufficient skills to perform the duties of the assigned tasks.

COMPENSATION: $12.00 - $14.00/hr

BENEFITS: CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY: To apply please click "Apply Now" below.  Once you have registered or logged in with your user name and password, upload your cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references as one document.

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled with the review of resumes starting on July 5, 2012.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.