Current Position Openings - FT Human Resources Assistant

Position Title: FT Human Resources Assistant Position Classification: Full-Time Classified Minimum Position Qualifications: Education - Associate Degree or equivalent combination of education and work related training Experience - Five (5) years appropriate office experience, preferably three (3) of which are related to activities involved with human resources Skills - Ability to develop appropriate office procedures and perform duties with minimum supervision using a high degree of accuracy and confidentiality; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and outside agencies; proficiency in typing or using a keyboard; demonstrated proficiency in using a desktop computer, specifically in the areas of HRIS, word processing, spreadsheets and database; skill in interpersonal relationships Position Responsibilities: Responsible for assisting the Human Resources Office in carrying out the various HR programs and procedures for the College; Assist in the absence of Employee Compensation and Benefits Technician with time and attendance and overtime processing; Assist HR with on-boarding of staff and maintain compliance of necessary staff credentials and documentation; prepares internal and external position announcements; assists in the employment recruiting process; updates and tracks the computerized filing system for all incoming applications, resumes, and letters of recommendations for potential candidates and prepares appropriate responses; prepares employment contracts and payroll authorizations for new employees and status changes; process all new employee required documents; greets visitors, ascertains nature of business and provides direction; prepares all information concerning union collective bargaining agreements including negotiation proposals; prepares all memos, letters and correspondence for the Human Resources Office; responsible for updating the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) and database; prepares all correspondence and materials for the Board of Trustees; prepares mass mailings that originate from the Human Resources Office; assists benefits administration by preparing applications, change cards, claim forms, submittal of deduction forms to payroll and employee assistance in resolution of problems; maintains accurate files and documentation for all governmental agencies and compiles and types educational and statistical reports; sorts and distributes mail to human resources staff. Entry Salary: $28,300 Standard Work Week: 35 hours Apply End Date: January 5, 2025.

Luzerne County Community College (hereinafter referred to as the 'College') is committed to a work, academic and public environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The College and its employees have a moral and legal obligation to provide equal access and equal opportunity to all members of the community. The administration will ensure that this commitment is fully implemented through compliance with all relevant federal, state, and municipal laws, statutes and ordinances prohibiting discrimination, including, but not limited to the First Amendment to the United States Constitution; the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended by the Civil Rights Act of 1991 ('Title VII');Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment and Assistance Act ('VEVRAA'); the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act ('GINA'); the Age Discrimination in Employment Act ('ADEA'); The Older Workers Benefit Protection Act ('OWBPA'); the Americans with Disabilities Act ('ADA'); the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act ('PHRA'); the Family and Medical Leave Act ('FMLA'); the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 ('ERISA'); the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the Fair Credit and Reporting Act ('FCRA'); and any amendments to these laws. The institution will implement procedures and measures designed to ensure that employees, students, applicants and visitors to the campus or any site or program of the College are not discriminated against on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, marital status, political affiliation, ancestry, union membership and use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness, or physical handicap in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. Any acts of reprisal, retaliation or harassment taken against an individual because he/she has filed a discrimination complaint, testified about matters related to a compliant, or otherwise assisted a complaint inquiry are forbidden and may result in severe disciplinary action. Inquires may be directed to Title IX Coordinator, Graceann Platukus, Vice President of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, at 800-377-5222 extension 7243. The College takes any allegation of discrimination as serious. Any individual who knowingly or intentionally makes a false allegation or complaint, will be disciplined, up to and including termination of employment.

Luzerne County Community College is constantly seeking to become a more diverse and inclusive community and to enhance the cultural richness that diversity and inclusion brings. The College strongly encourages applications from diverse candidates and those who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.