Job Summary: The Human Resources Assistant assists the HR Manager in achieving the agency's short--and long-term goals. The HR Assistant provides administrative support to all aspects of human resources.
Supervisory Responsibilities: • May supervise new hires during orientation.
Duties/Responsibilities: • Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation. • Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management. • Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records. • Provides administrative support to the HR department. • Answers and directs departmental phone calls. • Receives and distributes office mail. • Creates job postings and conducts initial phone screen interviews. • Manages pre-employment processes • Completes new hire reports, facilitates IT orientation, conducts new hire orientation, organizes training, sets up TB tests, and assists with initial/annual benefits enrollment. • Performs semi-annual residential house inspections of all locations, ensure health and safety compliance, and report any damages to maintenance. • Create and conduct monthly Health/safety drills and discussions • Monitor and track employee training to ensure compliance with required position qualifications. • Trains/assists employees with learning how to use time management systems and handle leave requests and punch corrections. • Performs other duties as assigned
Required Skills/Abilities: • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Excellent organizational and time management skills with attention to detail. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. • Ability to prioritize tasks. • Basic knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations. • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience: • High school or equivalent diploma. • One-year office experience and knowledge of payroll practices and procedures.