HR Operations Assistant

Description

GrowNYC is a 56-year-old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include:

• Our network of Green markets and with the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensure that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food.
• We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more.
• We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment.

The HR Operations Assistant provides administrative, clerical, and employee engagement support to GrowNYC’s Human Resources team. In this role, the HR Operations Assistant will primarily provide administrative support to all members of the HR department while gaining exposure to a broad range of human resources functions through participation in diverse projects and initiatives. The HROA will help foster strong relationships across departments and programs while contributing to a positive employee experience.

The position offers the opportunity to strengthen communication throughout the organization by gathering and sharing feedback that enhances collaboration and engagement. The HR Operations Assistant plays a key role in creating and supporting a positive employee experience throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from onboarding through offboarding. This position helps ensure that employees feel welcomed, informed, engaged, and supported at every stage of their journey with the organization.

• Oversee the entire employee onboarding lifecycle, including issuing offer letters, executing I-9 verifications, and managing mandatory training assignments.
• Coordinate the employee offboarding process in partnership with relevant internal teams to guarantee seamless completion, including preparing termination notices, organizing required paperwork, and managing asset collection.
• Provide temporary operational coverage and comprehensive administrative assistance to the HR team as needed.
• Foster a welcoming workplace by managing office upkeep, creating employee nameplates, and assisting with team social events.
• Design informative signs, flyers, and promotional posters for various organizational needs.
• Review, update, and conduct employee surveys using the Paylocity platform.

• Schedule and conduct bi-monthly “HR Town Hall