The Human Resources Associate serves as the primary contact of the Office of Human Resources with other offices, deans, faculty members, and students; by responding to inquiries and satisfying all their needs. Coordinates, oversee, and/or performs a wide variety of support activities, secretarial services, and confidential assignments for the office.
MAIN DUTIES:
Provides staff and office support for the office/college, that include screening and handling telephone communications, greeting and directing visitors, and dealing with administrative issues and inquiries as they arise.
Organizes and facilitates meetings and special events; schedules and coordinates dates and times, venues, attendance, agendas, and facilities; takes minutes, and provides administrative support and follow-up on matters arising from meetings.
Composes and prepares written documentation and correspondence for the office; screens and evaluates incoming and outgoing correspondence and prepares responses as appropriate.
Assists in the scheduling and coordination of the manager\'s appointments and travel arrangements.
Gathers, enters, and/or updates data to maintain departmental records and databases, as appropriate; establishes and maintains files and records for the office.
Guides and oversees the work of newly appointed junior staff and/or trainee students when engaged in related support activities.
Coordinates and oversees the day-to-day management of supplies and equipment for the office.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or equivalent.
At least 3-5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Excellent written & spoken command of both English and Arabic languages.
Proficiency in using computer and Microsoft Office packages.
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:
Records maintenance skills
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with staff from a diverse community.
Ability to create, compose, and edit correspondence and other written materials.
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
Word processing and/or data entry skills.
Ability to coordinate and organize meetings and/or special events.
Database management skills.
Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques.
Ability to provide leadership and guidance to administrative support staff and/or students.
Demonstrate effective organizational skills, human relations and communication skills.
Deliver a high level of customer service.
Ability to be confidential and consistent attention to detail.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Good knowledge in preparing reports, proposals, research methods, and generating basic analytical techniques.
High energy, positive attitude, and high degree of initiative.
General office administration and secretarial skills.