Job Details

HRIS Assistant

Position Number: 6744699
Location: New York, NY
Position Type: Human Resources

HRIS Assistant

Fordham University

About Fordham
Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program (EAP); tuition remission; and generous time off.Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Department: Office of Human Resources Management

Campus/Location:

Position Summary
Reporting to the Assistant HRIS Manager, the HRIS Assistant assists the HRIS function in day-to-day operations and acts as a dedicated liaison between HR and Payroll. The HRIS Assistant will play a critical role in ensuring seamless onboarding and accurate payroll processing for all employees.

Essential Functions
Prepares, maintains, and processes a wide range of employee data within the University's HR System accurately. This includes, but is not limited to, biodemographic information, employment details, salary adjustments, employment eligibility forms, and requests for electronic access for visitors and employee spouses.

Facilitates new employee onboarding by communicating essential information using the automated workflow system.

Provides comprehensive support for various HR-payroll processes. This includes assisting with research, escalating issues when necessary, resolving operational problems, and lending support to key HR-payroll initiatives.

Maintains the highest level of HR data integrity through meticulous data collection and submission processes.

Provides first-line support for HRIS system inquiries, troubleshoots basic user issues, and assists in maintaining system configurations and updates.

Assists in developing and updating HRIS-related documentation and user guides, and provides basic training to HR and other departmental staff on system usage.This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list.
The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in an HR or administrative role, with a strong emphasis on data entry and record keeping.Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly advanced Excel skills (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data analysis).

Strong computer literacy and ability to quickly learn new software and systems.

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in handling sensitive employee data.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication skills for effective interaction with employees at all levels, HR colleagues, and payroll staff.

Demonstrated ability to maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion with sensitive information.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Basic understanding of fundamental HR processes and policies.

Commitment to best-in-class customer service experience for the diverse faculty and staff population.

Possess a positive, team-oriented approach to service delivery.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Ellucian Banner HR or other similar HCM systems is highly preferred.
Experienced with Microsoft PowerBI reporting or similar software.

Special Instructions
Must successfully pass an Excel competency exam.

To apply, please visit: https://careers.fordham.edu/postings/10286

Fordham University is committed to excellence through diversity and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds.

Fordham is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories