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Office of Human Resources

Steinhardt Human Resources provides comprehensive support to all academic departments, administrative offices, and research centers and institutes. We offer a full range of services to foster a productive, compliant, and engaged community.

Services Include:

  • Recruitment & Staffing: Job postings, candidate sourcing, onboarding, and staff planning support.
  • Employee Relations: Guidance on workplace policies, conflict resolution, and performance management.
  • Compensation: Managing Administrator career pathing and salary bands for advancement, skill development, and growth.
  • Training and Development: Professional development programs, workshops, and career growth resources.
  • Policy and Compliance: Ensuring adherence to clerical, adjunct, and graduate student union contracts, labor laws, university policies, and best practices.
  • HR Records and Reporting: Maintaining personnel records and HR reporting.
  • Workplace Support: Assistance with leaves, accommodations, and general HR inquiries.

Employee Support and Resources

Required Training

NYU requires all designated employees to complete the Sexual Harassment Prevention Training and the Active Threat Preparedness Online Training. These trainings are essential to maintaining compliance with university policies and legal requirements.

The Sexual Harassment Prevention Training outlines reporting options, university policies, and shared responsibilities for preventing and addressing sexual harassment and related misconduct. 

The NYU Active Threat Preparedness Training provides practical guidance on recognizing potential threats, responding during emergencies, and utilizing available university resources.

All required participants must complete these trainings by the assigned University deadlines.

Optional Training

In addition to required trainings, NYU and Steinhardt offer optional trainings that support a more inclusive campus environment. Participation is encouraged to strengthen both individual effectiveness and the broader NYU and Steinhardt community. See the optional trainings below.

Steinhardt Human Resources offers year-round development and engagement programs, including the biennial Steinhardt Leadership ProgramNew Hire Coaching, monthly Lunch & Learn sessions, orientation, Take Your Children to Work Day, and the Steinhardt Recognition Event.

Managers can request one-on-one HR training with Gabriel Lopez, Assistant Vice President, UHR/School HR Collaborative Services, covering HR policies, Coaching for Performance, or team-building sessions using DiSC® Assessments. For custom training, contact Gabriel (gl76@nyu.edu) or Michelle Richards (mm6022@nyu.edu).

Learn more about Steinhardt's Professional Development and Engagement Opportunities

The Steinhardt Leadership Program (SLP) offers high-potential administrators training in leadership skills, a 360-degree feedback assessment, and a confidential one-on-one coaching session with NYU’s Talent, Learning, and Organizational Development team.

Learn more about the Steinhardt Leadership Program

The Steinhardt Recognition Awards honor the outstanding contributions of Steinhardt employees, including both clerical staff and administrators. These awards highlight individuals who demonstrate excellence, dedication, and impact in their roles, celebrating the often behind-the-scenes efforts that keep the school running smoothly

The nomination period for the 2025 Steinhardt Recognition Awards is now closed. Information regarding the 2026 Awards will be posted in the spring.

Celebrate the outstanding recipients of the 2025 Steinhardt Recognition Awards!

This section includes key resources for Local 7902 adjunct faculty at NYU and Steinhardt, including the Collective Bargaining Agreement, benefits, required training, professional development, and onboarding materials. For Steinhardt-specific assistance, contact Meishu Gu, HR Manager, Adjunct & Graduate Student Affairs; for benefits-related questions, contact PeopleLink.

NYU Resources

Steinhardt Resources

This section provides resources for student employees, including employment policies, career development, health and wellness support, graduate student union resources, and administrative tools for hiring and managing student appointments.

Undergraduate & Graduate Student Employees

GSOC Graduate Student Employees

Student Employer Support (for Administrators)

This section provides essential resources for onboarding, offboarding, and administrative support at Steinhardt. Access checklists, technology, and facilities procedures, and additional University resources to ensure a smooth transition for new hires, transfers, and departing employees.

Human Resources and Finance

Steinhardt Technology Services

Facilities

Additional University Resources

Steinhardt cares about our community’s mental health. NYU offers confidential Mental Health Counseling for employees and their families, providing support for stress, anxiety, relationships, and work-life balance. Services are free, short-term, and confidential, helping you build resilience and overall well-being. Learn more about the NYU Employee Assistance Program.

The Work Life Office provides research-informed strategies, expert guidance, and community-focused resources to foster a healthy, caring workplace. They empower faculty, staff, and administrators. For more information, visit the NYU Work Life Office.

Gabriel Lopez

Assistant Vice President, UHR/School HR Collaborative Services

gabriel.lopez@nyu.edu

Rosa Lin

Assistant Director, Human Resources

rosa.lin@nyu.edu

Sandy Hoe

Human Resources Administrator

ssh2@nyu.edu

Kenneth Siev

Senior Human Resources Systems Analyst

kensiev@nyu.edu

Michelle Richards

HR Manager, Employee Life Cycle and Engagement

mm6022@nyu.edu

Meishu Gu

HR Manager, Adjunct & Graduate Student Affairs

mg4203@nyu.edu

Naila Mahmood

HR Administrator, Adjunct & Graduate Student Affairs

nm1900@nyu.edu