HRIS Specialist
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
This position is the HR departmental lead and point of contact on all matters relating to HRIS, HR process reengineering and improvement, requirements definition and system selection, implementation, upgrade and support. Writes, maintains and supports variety of HR-related reports and queries utilizing appropriate reporting tools. Develops user procedures, guidelines and documentation. Delivers end-user technology training, as appropriate.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field or equivalent work experience. Minimum 5 years experience with leading-edge HRIS systems. Minimum 3 years project management experience. Experience with change management and process management. In-depth knowledge and experience with developing MS Office templates, scripts, and pivot tables. Thorough knowledge of advanced MS Word, MS Access and SQL Server, and advanced MS Excel. Knowledge of Showcase Strategy, Cognos, and Crystal Reports. Experience with SharePoint or other internet solutions. Strong planning and analytical skills. Strong leadership skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience with training delivery.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters degree in Human Resource management, MIS, computer science, or related degree. 3 to 5 years Human Resource generalist or specialist experience. Experience with in-house payroll systems. Experience with variety of tax applications, including tax equalization. Knowledge of organizational development.
All candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.fordfound.org
Salary: $64,800 - $77,300
Angela Williams
The Ford Foundation
Office of Human Resources
320 East 43rd Street
New York,N.Y 10017
212-573-4964
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www.fordfound.org
From: Petrina Jackson [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2006 9:57 AM
To: Williams, Angela
Subject: Re: The ford Foundation
Hello Angela,
Thank you for your message and for the position announcement. I will place your position announcement on the Archivists and Archives of Color listserv and request that it be placed on the American Library Association's Spectrum Scholar listserv. You are bound to get some strong candidates via these listservs.
Best,
Petrina
At 02:53 PM 7/7/2006 -0400, you wrote:
Hello Petrina,
My name is Angela Williams. I am the HR Coordinator here at the Ford Foundation. I was given your name and contact information from Alan Divack. We are currently looking for great candidates for a position we have open (Research Services Manager/ Archivist). Alan suggested that you may have some contacts or candidates that may be interested in such a position. I have attached the job description and would appreciate any assistance you may be able to offer. Please feel free to reach out to me should you have any questions.
RESEARCH SERVICES MANAGER/ARCHIVIST
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Manages the work of Research Services which serves the information and research needs of the Foundation's leadership, staff and outside researchers, including scholars, and the grantee community. Serves as historian of the Foundation. Works with other units of Information Services to arrange for the retention, processing and preservation of the Foundation's archival records. Develops and works on special projects, particularly digital conversion and electronic document repository projects. Manages the Foundations Research Center. Serves as liaison to the research, archives and library communities.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Hires, trains and supervises reference and research services staff
- Participates in Information Services' management team
- Manages and sets priorities for archival processing projects and research and reference work
- Prepares and monitors Research Services budget
- Works with other Information Services staff in collection development and the licensing of online services and content
- Coordinates with Office of Program Management to ensure that resources for learning are available long-term, and that learning needs of the Foundation are adequately served
- Oversees the Research Centers' physical collection, including circulation and inter-library loans
- Works proactively with Foundation staff to determine research needs and promotes use of research services
- Serves as initial primary research contact for Foundation staff, and outside researchers
- Coordinates complex research projects, including analysis projects and the researching and writing of reports
- Serves as primary resource to Foundation staff and outside inquirers on the history of the Foundation
- Oversees access to the Foundation's oral history collection
- Reviews all requests for access to Foundation records or for permission to publish from outside researchers
- Participates in special projects of Information Services, Administrative Services, and the Foundation.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Masters degree in humanities, social sciences, archival/library studies, or related discipline
- Five or more years' experience with archives, indexing and information retrieval systems
- Experience in archival or library reference services and excellent research skills
- Exceptional analytical, communication, interpersonal, writing and presentation skills
- Strong customer service orientation
- Managerial or supervisory experience, including project management.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Knowledge of the Foundation, its history, and its programs
- Knowledge of the fields of philanthropy, and of the other fields in which the Foundation works
- Experience with historical research and writing
- Knowledge of digitization and electronic records issues.
Kind Regards,
Angela Williams
The Ford Foundation
Office of Human Resources
320East 43rd Street
New York,N.Y 10017
212-573-4964
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www.fordfound.org
Petrina Jackson
Assistant Archivist
Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections
2B Kroch Library
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
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607-255-3530
Petrina Jackson
Assistant Archivist
Division of Rare and Manuscript Collections
2B Kroch Library
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853
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607-255-3530
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