Job Code: B4157 Locations:Washington, US . Salary: Based on education and experience Department: Human Resources
Description
Founded in 1921, the Council on Foreign Relations (CFR) is the leading nonprofit membership organization, research center, and publisher dedicated to increasing America’s understanding of the world and contributing ideas to U.S. foreign policy. The headquarters are in New York City, with a newly purchased location in the heart of Washington, D.C., which will enhance CFR’s impact in the nation’s capital.CFR publishes the preeminent foreign policy publication, Foreign Affairs, as well as the Emmy award-winning website, CFR.org, considered one of the best resources for on-line foreign policy information.
As part of the Human Resources team, the associate director will take the lead on the Human Resources function in CFR’s Washington location, with a focus on recruitment, staffing, benefits administration, and employee events and training.This is an excellent opportunity to help build and develop an expanding staff as CFR moves into its new Washington location.
The principal responsibilities of this position will include (but are not limited to):
* Manage the human resources function in Washington office, working closely with the director and deputy director of human resources in New York and the full human resources team
* Oversee the full-life cycle recruitment process for a wide range of regular and internship positions, including working directly with hiring managers, identifying recruitment sources, interviewing candidates, conducting reference checks, and making offers
* Provide strategic guidance to management in the Washington office on staffing issues
* Develop and support a collaborative workplace culture by organizing a wide array of training and staff events, such as a foreign policy lunch series, skills training workshops, health and wellness programs, brown bag lunches, and the holiday party
* Work with senior managers in Human Resources and in Washington operations on the development of policies, procedures, and workflow processes pertaining to the new Washington location
* Administer employee benefits programs, including conducting orientations for new Washington hires, working with employees on complex benefits questions such as FMLA, and rolling out the annual open enrollment process
Preferred Qualifications
* Several years related generalist human resources experience, including recruitment experience
* Degree in a related field with high academic achievement
* Proven interest in foreign policy strongly preferred
* Ability to work well independently and be a proactive and collaborative member of a team
* Excellent judgment and discretion; flexible and positive attitude
* Ability to work in a fast paced environment with multiple priorities
* Excellent computer skills, including HRIS and Microsoft Office; experience with ADP a plus
* Periodic travel to New York required
CFR offers a benefits package that is among the best offered by nonprofit institutions today.It is committed to a balanced life for its staff, and offers generous leave policies and health and wellness programs, and professional development training.
To Apply:
Qualified candidates should email, fax, or mail a resume and cover letter to the Human Resources department at the above contact information.PLEASE INCLUDE THE POSITION NAME IN THE SUBJECT OF YOUR EMAIL.The Council on Foreign Relations is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks candidates from a diverse background.
Human Resources Office 58 E. 68th St., NY, NY 10065
FAX +1 212.434.9893
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www.cfr.org
Job Posted on 25 September, 2008.
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