Human Resources Generalist

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day human resources, faculty affairs, and payroll functions for departments within the Specialty Pod.
• Support recruitment efforts by posting positions, scheduling meetings, managing the I-9 process, and processing new hires.
• Manage onboarding for staff, faculty, researchers, and students, including welcome programs and medical surveillance coordination.
• Oversee payroll preparation and processing, including time-off tracking and employment-related changes in PeopleSoft.
• Facilitate immigration-related needs, including sponsorship for various visa types (F-1, J-1, H-1, etc.) and maintaining compliance.
• Ensure departmental compliance with I-9 processing, annual training, and medical surveillance programs.
• Maintain accurate employee records and utilize HR ticketing systems to manage requests.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant human resources experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office with advanced spreadsheet skills.
• Strong analytical and tenacious problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision and exercise sound independent judgment.
• High degree of professionalism, diplomacy, and discretion when dealing with individuals at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree specifically in Human Resources or a related field.

About the Company

Columbia University is a leading research university located in New York City. This role is based at the Columbia University Medical Center within the P&S Vice Dean For Admin department.