Human Resources Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Human Resources Manager is the primary HR professional for the League and oversees all aspects of human resources management. This position supports a diverse community of staff, faculty, and students by providing HR services that promote a positive, equitable, and legally compliant workplace. This position is a full-time, on-site role and has a dual report to the Artistic/Executive Director and the Board of Directors.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for all levels of administrative staff, faculty, and administrative roles, from writing and posting job descriptions to handling candidate interviews, reference checks, and job offers.
• Initiate and process background checks for office employees, instructors, and select monitors.
• Coordinate onboarding of senior level hires to ensure a smooth and positive hiring process.
• Update the League’s org chart as needed and keep support departments informed about new hires for staff directories, phone lists, and web site listings.

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Employee & Student Relations

• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee, student, and Board of Control issues.
• Act as a liaison between management and employees.
• Provide guidance to staff and faculty on HR policies, workplace concerns, and conflict resolution.
• Support the League’s commitment to DEIA.
• Interface with external employment counsel as needed with regard to workplace issues, investigations, and compliance issues involving employees and/or students.

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Performance Management

• Manage the annual performance review process, including communication of timelines, training, evaluation support as needed, and documentation.
• Advise managers and supervisors on performance improvement and corrective action plans.
• Recommend training options (online, webinars, workshops, etc.) when needed, to address performance needs and/or approved career development plans.

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Benefits Administration

• Administer the League’s employee benefits programs, including health insurance and retirement plans, leave management, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and other voluntary benefits and offerings.
• Address and resolve employee benefits inquiries and coordinate with external vendors and insurance brokers.
• Issue COBRA notification and 401k forms to departing employees.

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Policies, Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain and update HR policies and procedures to ensure ongoing compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws.
• Coordinate and distribute annual updates to the ASL Employee Handbook.
• Implement NYS/NYC’s mandatory annual Sexual Harassment training.
• Manage employee files and HR documentation in accordance with legal standards and organizational requirements.

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Employee Separations

• Manage the employee separation process, including exit paperwork and interview and return of League materials.
• Work with external employment counsel as needed to draft and manage Separation Agreements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and policies during employee terminations.

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UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS JOB:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive matters with confidentiality and discretion.
• Demonstrated ability to interface effectively with senior leadership, the League’s Board of Control, legal counsel, and a wide range of stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a creative environment.
• Strong experience with and knowledge of HR principles and processes.

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JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Degree(s) Required/Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, BusinessAdministration, or a related field

Years of Experience Desired: Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a mid- to senior level HR Generalist position, ideally within a nonprofit, educational, or arts-related environment.

Certification(s) Required/Preferred: PHR, SHRM-CP certifications a plus.

Industry or Product Knowledge: Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local NYC employment laws; Benefits administration a plus.

Computer Experience: MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experienced with HRIS and recruiting platforms (e.g., Paycom; Indeed.com, ZipRecruiter; LinkedIn, etc.).

ABOUT THE ART STUDENTS LEAGUE

The Art Students League of New York was founded in 1875 and remains an institution run by artists in support of artists. The League fulfills its mission by offering accessible, affordable, high-quality education and instruction in painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, metal work and mixed media in the context of an Atelier system. There are no entrance requirements, degrees or set curriculum. Students come for a hands-on studio education accessible to anyone who truly aspires to develop as an artist, whether they seek to pursue a profession in the fine arts or are just beginning their artistic journey. Each month, students of all ages, backgrounds and skill levels study on-site at the League or through the League’s online class program. Many famous artists who have shaped the vocabulary of art worldwide have been instructors, lecturers, and students at the League. They include Georgia O'Keeffe, Romare Bearden, Jackson Pollock, Carmen Herrera, Robert Rauschenberg, Adrian Piper, Louise Bourgeois, AlexanderCalder, James Rosenquist, and Ai-Weiwei, among many others.

Website: artstudentsleague.org
Facebook: facebook.com/aslnyc/
Instagram: instagram.com/aslnyc/

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Salary Range: $80K - $85K, depending on experience.

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TO APPLY‍

Please submit your resume along with a cover note letting us know why your background and experience makes you the perfect candidate for this position.

PLEASE NOTE: due to the many resumes we receive we are only able to reply to those candidates who are selected for an interview. Thank you for your understanding and for your interest in the Human Resources Manager position.

Principals only. Recruiters, please do not contact or call.

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