Part-Time HR Representative (Up to 25hrs/wk)

Part-Time HR Representative (Up to 25hrs/wk)

Salary

$21.21 - $23.50 Hourly

Location

Main Campus - Toms River, NJ

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

202301317

Division

Finance & Administration

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

09/16/2026

Closing Date

9/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

The Position

We are seeking a dependable team member for a part-time role with weekday daytime hours. This role is ideal for a candidate who is looking for a daytime schedule that does not require evenings or weekends. Join a friendly team and enjoy meaningful work with great work-life balance.

The Human Resources Specialist provides in- person customer service to support to Ocean County College employees and the Human Resources department. This position carries out a range of routine and confidential tasks requiring an understanding of college-wide policies, procedures, and practices. This position is detail oriented, solutions driven, and strives to provide an outstanding employee experience.

The exact schedule will be set based on candidate availability and office needs. Once set this position will have a set schedule week- to - week.

Classification: Non-Affiliated Hourly

Staff Duration: Part Time 12 months

What You Will Do

• Responds to inquiries and provides guidance to employees and managers regarding college policies, procedures, handbooks, and bargaining unit contracts to ensure understanding and compliance. Elevates non-routine inquiries and situations to supervisor or appropriate HR team member.
• Corresponds with new hires who are not required to attend orientation and ensures they complete all required onboarding items.
• Completes general HR Requests such as; processing business card requests, name tag requests.
• Supports the daily Human Resources department operations as needed by completing; employment verifications, tuition waivers, managing HR calendar and filing.
• Updates a variety of routine correspondences and broadcasts.
• Related projects, initiatives and duties as assigned.

The Successful Candidate Must Have

• Associates Degree, preferably in Business, Communications, Computer Science/Technology or closely related discipline.

• In lieu of Associates Degree, a high school diploma and the addition of two years of related experience can be substituted.

• At least three years of directly related experience in a customer service.

• Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite, or equivalent software.

• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Capable of dealing with sensitive and confidential personnel matters.

Even Better If You Have

• Prior experience working in a higher education or public sector environment.
• Prior experiences working in Human Resources.
• Knowledge of NJ and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with Human Resources technology; HRIS or ATS.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Ocean County College offers the following benefits to part-time Non-Affiliated Hourly Personnel:

Personal Time Off:

OCC offers generous time off every fiscal year. Mid-year appointments will receive a prorated share of allotted time off.

Vacation: Thirteen (13) Days

Sick: Thirteen (13) Days

Holidays: Fifteen (15) College Recognized Holidays

Pension Benefits:

Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. This position is only eligible for the Defined Contribution Plan (DCRP). For more information visit: https://www.state.nj.us/treasury/pensions/pension-info-active.shtml

Employee Assistance Program:

OCC offers all employees to take advantage of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support. This is a free and completely confidential service where EAP counselors provide assessment, support, and if needed referrals to additional services.

01

If you have experience providing HR-related customer service, briefly explain what you did (1-2 sentences). If you do not have any experience, write N/A.

02

Are you bilingual in English and Spanish? Please select the option that best describes your proficiency level in speaking, reading, and writing both languages.

• Fluent in both English and Spanish (speaking, reading, and writing)
• Proficient in both English and Spanish (can hold a conversation, read, and write with some assistance).
• Basic proficiency in both English and Spanish (can understand and communicate in simple terms).
• I am not fluent in Spanish

03

This position is a fully in-person position. Are you able to work in person at our location in Toms River, NJ?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Ocean County College

Address 1 College Drive

Toms River, New Jersey, 08754

Phone 732.255.0400 x336

732.255.0400 x2936

Website http://www.ocean.edu