Human Resources Assistant

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the HR department, including answering phones, managing emails, and maintaining employee records.
• Assist in the recruitment process by posting job advertisements, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new hires, including preparing orientation materials, conducting initial training, and ensuring all required paperwork is completed.
• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information.
• Assist with payroll processing by collecting and verifying timesheets, updating payroll records, and addressing payroll inquiries.
• Support benefits administration by providing information to employees, processing enrollment forms, and addressing benefits-related questions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations by staying updated on changes and assisting with audits.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. HR certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.
• 1-2 years of experience in an HR or administrative role. Familiarity with HR software and systems is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Note: This is for one of our clients, not avua directly