HR Assistant

Why You Want To Work Here:

Job Overview:

Responsibilities of the HR Assistant:

• Assist with new-employee onboarding and orientations;
• Assist with the administration of health and welfare plans, including enrollments, changes, and terminations;
• Assist employees and supervisors with basic interpretation of HR policies and procedures;
• Assist with benefits administration and reconciling benefits statements;
• Respond to reference checks and verifications of employment status;
• Assist with the processing of job changes and terminations;
• Assist with the preparation of the performance review process;
• Schedule meetings and interviews as requested by Human Resources team members;
• Perform document management to include photocopies, emails, and scans;
• File documents into appropriate employee and vendor files;
• Assist with the preparation of or prepare correspondence as requested;
• Assist with logistics for new hire orientations and employee training sessions;
• Process HR mail;
• Assist with HR projects as needed; and
• Other duties as requested based on department and/or organizational needs.

Requirements of the HR Assistant:

• 2 years of experience in a human resources or HR degree with internships.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Professional Human Resources credential a plus;
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills; ability to engage with others in a friendly/professional manner;
• Solid writing skills;
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Working understanding of human resource principles, practices, and procedures;
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines;
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and, at times, stressful environment;
• Strong record of cultural competence and cross-cultural communication skills;
• Proven experience exercising sound judgment to make recommendations regarding HR office purchases, service agreements, office contracts, etc.;
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with staff and outside vendors while keeping management apprised of any special requirements or problems;
• Ability to maintain composure in high-pressure, stressful situations;
• Demonstrated experience and comfort in learning and using new workplace technologies such as HRIS systems, document management systems; and
• Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Office Suite.