• Website: http://www.mathematica-mpr.com
• Email Address: HumanResources@mathematica-mpr.com
• Phone: 609-799-3535
• Fax: 609-799-4394
• Mailing Address: 600 Alexander Park, Princeton, NJ 08540
• Posting Date: 5/16/2008

Mathematica is a nationally recognized research organization that conducts social policy studies on health care, disability, education, welfare, nutrition, and related topics. Our mission is to improve public well-being by bringing the highest standards of quality, objectivity, and excellence to bear on the work we do for our clients, which include federal, state, and local government agencies, as well as private foundations.

Description = We currently have an opening for a Human Resources Assistant. In this role, you will be part of our growing HR team in our Princeton, NJ office location. We offer our employees a stimulating, team-oriented work environment, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package, as well as the advantages of employee ownership. We provide generous paid time off and an on-site fitness center.   **We are accepting applications now for the position which will start in September 2008**  Duties of the Position:   - Part of a two person team responsible for day-to-day Human Resources administrative functions and record keeping in a busy, multi-location HR department - Assists with the government project security clearance and background check process  - Responds to employment verifications   - Makes preparations for recruitment visits to academic institutions and recruitment events    - Coordinates and prepares interview schedules and travel arrangements for qualified applicants  - Maintains EEO/AA data on recruiting and hiring  - Prepares travel arrangements for employees in the HR department  - Organizes social, morale-building events  - Maintains consultant agreements  - Handles departmental support tasks such as filing, answering phone, and opening and sorting departmental mail.

Qualifications:  - Pursuing a BA/BS or MA/MS degree from an accredited college or university in human resource management or other related field with relevant course work in human resource administration, business, or counseling  - A combination of equivalent education and work experience may be substituted for the above requirements.  - Possess strong organizational and communication (written and oral) skills  - Ability to deal diplomatically with staff at all levels  - Working knowledge of principles and practices of human resource administration, including methods used in recruitment and selection, program development, EEO/AA issues, and applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and policies  - Accuracy with work, strong organizational skill, and attention to detail  - Excellent written and verbal communication skills  - Ability to deal tactfully and diplomatically with others  - Flexibility to handle multiple priorities, sometimes simultaneously, u!
 nder deadline pressure  - Ability to work independently for long periods of time   Please submit your cover letter, resume, transcripts (unofficial are fine), and contact information for three references via our online application process at:  https://careers.mathematica-mpr.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=50881 

For more information about Mathematica Policy Research, Inc., please visit our website at:  www.mathematica-mpr.com   Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Hours = 8:30-5:30
Start Date = 09/2008

Contact_Person :
Rachel Niedzwiecki