Position Summary

The HR Assistant/Generalist supports the Human Resources department by performing a wide range of administrative and HR-related duties. This position assists with recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, HR compliance, recordkeeping, and overall HR operations. The role requires a high level of confidentiality, professionalism, and attention to detail.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with recruitment efforts, including job postings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Coordinates new hire onboarding, orientation sessions, and completion of new hire paperwork.
• Maintains accurate and confidential employee files and updates HRIS systems.
• Provides first-line support for employee questions regarding HR policies, benefits, attendance, and payroll.
• Assists with benefits enrollment, changes, terminations, and communication during open enrollment.
• Reviews employee timecards, assists with payroll submission, and ensures accuracy of payroll-related changes.
• Helps track and administer FMLA, leaves of absence, worker’s compensation, and other compliance requirements.
• Assists with employee relations documentation and scheduling meetings as needed.
• Prepares HR reports and supports audits such as EEO-1, OSHA, and internal compliance audits.
• Coordinates training sessions, maintains training records, and assists with employee engagement activities.
• Supports HR projects, policy updates, handbook revisions, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Performs general administrative duties including filing, copying, scanning, and preparing HR communications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in an HR assistant or generalist role.
• Experience with HRIS systems is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organization and time-management abilities.
• High level of accuracy, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs (optional line depending on environment).