Our Human Resources Department located in Queensbury, NY currently has a Full Time (40 -hour) Human Resource Assistant position available. The Human Resource Assistant is a Full Time Monday – Friday position. The Human Resource Assistant provides administrative support to the HR Department on all personnel and HR system matters including, but not limited to postings, Change of Status procedure, references, new hire appointment preparation, letters, mailing, filing, data entry including HRIS, HR logs/spreadsheets and all other HR systems as required. When assigned: special projects, research/coordinate/participate in career/job fairs/networking events, and other career related events to promote and market career opportunities with WWAARC.

A typical work week is Monday through Friday during agency business hours. Due to the nature of the position, schedule flexibility is given and expected in return. As a Human Resource Assistant, you must be available for some evenings and occasional weekend hours; as needs require, for recruitment events, projects, trainings, and agency events. Travel between the two Administrative Offices is required (Quaker Road, Queensbury & Krumkill Road, Slingerlands); as well as travel within the 3 counties and outside for recruitment events. This is hourly non-exempt position.

Want to be a WWAARC HR Assistant and join our Team? The Human Resource Assistant is required to have a High School Diploma or equivalent. An associates or bachelor’s degree preferred. HRCI – aPHR/PHR/SPHR, SHRM-SCP/CP certifications are strongly preferred, but not required. A willingness to obtain certification in HR is required. Prior experience in Human Resources strongly preferred. One to two years office administration/administrative assistance experience required. Experience with HRIS and Applicant Tracking Systems preferred. Strong communication skills are required: in person, phone, written, email, videoconferencing. Strong computer skills preferred: Word, Excel, must be willing to learn new computer programs. Must be able to work independently and in teams. WWAARC Agency insurable Driver’s License required.

What’s in it for You? You will work where you AND the work you do are valued. Albany Times Union Top Workplace for two consecutive years and Top Workplace 2022! We offer a positive work environment, focused on quality, professional growth, and development. A partial list of what we have to offer; generous planned time off, sick time, group health & dental insurance, life insurance, 403(b) retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available.

Ready to Apply/Transfer? To apply a completed WWAARC application is required. Applications can be submitted through our website at www.WWAARC.org or contact ApplyatWWA@caparcny.org to have the application emailed/mailed to you. For current WWAARC team members – Email a transfer request form to Human Resources.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer WWAARC will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, national origin, status as a protected veteran, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other characteristic protected under applicable law. WWAARC is dedicated to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.