Overview

The HR Assistant supports daily human resources operations by managing administrative tasks, maintaining employee records, assisting with recruitment, and helping ensure smooth HR workflows. This role plays a key part in keeping the HR department organized, compliant, and responsive to employee needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records, files, and HR databases.
• Assist with the recruitment process, including job postings, resume screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communication.
• Support onboarding processes by preparing new-hire paperwork, coordinating orientations, and ensuring completion of required forms.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Assist with payroll preparation by collecting timecards and verifying employee information.
• Help maintain compliance with federal and state employment laws, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Prepare HR documents such as offer letters, status changes, and training materials.
• Coordinate employee engagement activities, trainings, and meetings.
• Support performance review processes and maintain related documentation.
• Provide general administrative support including filing, data entry, scheduling, and reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 1-2 years of administrative or HR support experience (or internship experience).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with HRIS systems.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Strong time-management skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Key Competencies

• Communication & interpersonal skills
• Confidentiality & professionalism
• Organization & accuracy
• Problem-solving
• Customer service mindset
• Team collaboration