Human Resources Manager - New York, United States - Coney Island Prep

Description

What is the Role?

Talent is our most important asset. Just as Coney Island Prep aims to deliver exceptional academic results for our scholars, our People Team creates the ecosystem in which our teachers and staff are supported and developed so they can thrive in their careers. The People Team is seeking an organized and proactive Human Resources (HR) Manager to join us in our Brooklyn office. This position requires a minimum of three (3) days in-person. Working closely with the HR Manager and Director of HR, you'll obtain and record HR information, manage our HRIS database, and respond to employee inquiries. You will cultivate culture as well as implement our organizational mission rooted in Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice in every aspect of your work. If you embody a can-do attitude, enjoy laughing, are up for the unexpected challenge, have astounding organizational skills, and are always looking for ways to improve upon existing processes to find efficiencies – keep reading

What You'll Be Asked To Do

HR Functions

• Maintain personnel records for approximately 250 employees and counting
• Stay up-to-date on relevant labor and employment laws, changes, and trends, which includes compliance with applicable federal & state laws and regulatory agencies
• Assist with reporting for the Department of Labor and the Bureau of Labor Statistics
• Contribute to Leave of Absence administration for all staff, including but not limited to, FMLA administration, STD/LTD, and Paid Family Leave
• Participate in onboarding new hires on an as-needed basis
• Participate in processing payroll as needed

Employee Relations

• Maintain employee trust and protect sensitive information by keeping operational and employee data confidential
• Provide excellent/ superior customer service to all CIP staff members, by responding timely to requests and resource needs
• Support employees on an ongoing basis by responding to general employee inquiries regarding the Staff Handbook policies, payroll, benefits, and paid time off
• Visit and co-host weekly office hours at our campuses in conjunction with the HR Manager
• Analyze, respond, and problem-solve employee relations data, primarily leveraging the HR ticketing system
• Collaborate with People Team and school leaders on opportunities to collect, analyze, and respond to stakeholder feedback
• Manage and maintain data systems for employee engagement, performance management, and evaluation; troubleshoot steps for performance management and evaluation tasks
• Serve as a go-to resource for additional support and the coordination of tasks across multiple teams
• Proactively drive systems of compliance, specifically around teacher certification

Administrative

• Generate monthly employee data reports on an as needed basis utilizing our HRIS, Paylocity; partner with multiple teams to manage staff information
• Analyze and develop people analytics data reports to share critical insights
• Draft employee communications, announcements in Paylocity, internal (team-facing), and external (employee-facing) SOPs
• Edit and update existing policy documents to meet ever-changing and complex needs, in compliance with employment law and our School's values

What You'll Need

• Two years professional work experience in HR preferred; professional or relevant experience displaying an interest in HR, operations, and/or project management
• Bachelor's degree required
• Passion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep's mission, beliefs, and values and its commitment to anti-racism
• Steadfast belief that all scholars can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed in the college and career of their choice
• Proven organizational, oral, and written communication skills; timeliness; accuracy; and consistent and regular communication; and ability to meet deadlines
• Self-reflective and open to feedback, with the ambition and desire to grow and develop
• A positive, solutions-oriented attitude and drive for excellence
• Eagerness to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Professional demeanor and interpersonal skills to foster relationships with vendors, staff, scholars and their families while demonstrating value of diversity and inclusivity

Who are we?

Coney Island Prep is a college preparatory public charter school in Brooklyn, New York. Merging growth, performance, and commitment, the Coney Island Prep community takes its responsibility to prepare scholars for the college and career of their choice very seriously, but not ourselves. We balance our sense of ownership and responsibility with humility and levity and support each other every step of the way. Coney Island Prep currently serves over 1,300 scholars across its four schools, including:

• 312 scholars in kindergarten – second grade at the lower elementary school
• 336 scholars in third – fifth grade at the upper elementary school
• 348 scholars in sixth – eighth grades at the middle school
• 349 scholars in ninth-twelfth grade at the high school

Commitment to Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

Coney Island Prep is committed to building a team that collectively reflects the various backgrounds, experiences, and identities of our scholars. We recognize and respond to different points of access, so that everyone maximizes their highest potential. We also recognize that because of institutionalized racism and systemic oppression, historically marginalized groups are at a disadvantage when it comes to most application and hiring processes. We want to ensure that all candidates, regardless of their identity, are able to demonstrate their qualifications and are not limited by a lack of opportunity or access. We are committed to creating a space where everyone's identity is acknowledged, respected, and welcomed. We are intentional about creating an environment where people feel comfortable being their authentic selves at work by constantly examining our organization culture and challenging our traditions.

Benefits and Compensation

• Employees at Coney Island Prep are provided with salaries that are highly competitive, set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual's skills and experiences relevant to the role. The salary range for this role is from $70, ,000.
• As a regular full time employee of Coney Island Prep, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and Paid Family Leave
• Staff are provided with a MacBook Air and access to all the necessary technology and resources needed to succeed in their role

Are you "All In?" This position starts immediately.

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship or disability. We want Coney Island Prep to be a place where scholars and staff of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities feel as though they are valued and can excel.