HRIS & Communications Associate

At the McCarton Foundation, every day is an opportunity to support the people who make a difference for children. We’re seeking a detail-oriented and tech-savvy HRIS & Communications Associate to join our Human Resources team. Reporting to the HR Manager, you will maintain accurate employee data, support HR processes, coordinate communications, and assist with technology set-ups, helping to ensure a smooth and professional experience for staff across the organization.

McCarton’s Human Resources team champions a team-focused and values-driven people experience that is intentional at each stage of the employment journey. We partner with every level of the organization, equipping and supporting each staff member. We lead with generosity, prioritize care for the team, invite feedback, and seek to continually grow and innovate.

What You’ll Do

HRIS & Data Management

• Maintain accurate employee data in the HRIS, including new hires, terminations, promotions, salary changes, and benefits updates.
• Run and prepare reports for HR leadership, payroll, and compliance.
• Assist with HRIS testing, updates, and configuration support.

Administrative & Front-Line Support

• Manage the HR shared mailbox, ensuring timely and professional responses.
• Answer and direct HR phone calls, providing excellent employee service.
• Schedule meetings, coordinate calendars, and support HR event planning.
• Maintain organized HR records and documentation.

Communications

• Draft, edit, and format HR communication materials such as announcements, newsletters, guides, and presentations.
• Distribute communications to employees and managers, ensuring clarity and consistency.
• Assist with social media posts and management on LinkedIn, Indeed, and other platforms.
• Create visuals and presentations using Google Sheets, Canva, PowerPoint, and other design tools.
• Serve as a first point of contact for HR-related inquiries, providing accurate information and resources

Collaboration & Coordination

• Partner with payroll, programs and other departments to resolve HRIS or employee-related inquiries.
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, coordinating schedules and communication flow.
• Assist with special HR projects as needed.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or related field required.
• High school diploma or equivalent with 1–2 years of relevant experience supplemented by trainings and certifications can be considered in lieu of AS degree.
• Experience working with information systems such as HRIS (TriNet, Salesforce, Slack, Jira).
• Familiarity with social media platforms (LinkedIn, Indeed) and digital tools (Google Sheets, Canva, PowerPoint).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Professional phone and email etiquette, with a customer service mindset.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in both data and communications.
• Strong service orientation and humility.

Languages: Fluency in English is essential. Working knowledge of Spanish is an asset.

Conditions & Benefits

Schedule: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday.

Benefits:

• Paid holidays, PTO, and sick leave.
• 401(k) program.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Valuable mentorship and hands-on supervision from experienced and qualified staff.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

About Us

The McCarton Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional treatment and services to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. We believe in the potential of every child with developmental disabilities and strive to help them reach their full potential. Our McCarton Integrated Model combines speech and language therapy, fine and gross motor therapy, sensory integration therapy, socialization with peers, developmental play skills, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.

As with all positions at the McCarton Bronx Center all employees are required to pass a health and background check as mandated by the Bureaus of Child Care and Early Intervention. This includes a health form documenting vaccinations and background checks through the Department of Investigation and the Central Clearance Unit

Equal Employment Opportunity

McCarton provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Apply Now

Ready to make a difference? Apply today to join our team and help children reach their fullest potential.

Not sure if you meet every requirement? Don’t let impostor syndrome hold you back! We encourage you to apply anyway. Research shows that candidates from underrepresented backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, may hesitate to apply unless they meet every qualification. At McCarton, we’re looking for passionate, dedicated professionals who are eager to learn and grow and we’d love to hear from you.