Human Resources Assistant job description
Updated March 14, 2024
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Human resources assistants are often new members of the human resources department who have limited experience in the field and are oftentimes assigned to provide support to different activities. They may be asked to coordinate schedules with different departments on various recruitment efforts, assist in logistics preparations for trainings and events, and manage documentation.
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Example human resources assistant requirements on a job description
Human resources assistant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in human resources assistant job postings.
Sample human resources assistant requirements
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in Human Resources or related field.
- Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
Sample required human resources assistant soft skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
- Customer service-oriented and professional demeanor.
Human Resources Assistant job description example 1
Gold's Gym human resources assistant job description
Why is it great to work here?
Our Company is growing fast and looking for a Human Resources Assistant with experience to help grow our business to the max! We’ll challenge your skills, talents, and abilities and reward your every success. Here is just some of the benefits you will get by being a Company employee:
· Free gym memberships with personal training sessions and discounted services· A comprehensive health & welfare benefits package· Opportunities to grow within the company· Health and Wellness Benefits· Eligibility to Participate in a 401K plan
What sets us apart from the rest:
· Integrity with everything we do· Passion for excellence· Pride in who we are as a company· Leadership displayed in all levels of our company· Excellence in our business· But most of all…. we are more than a gym; we are a gym family legacy!!
We want talented individuals who:
· Are strong analytical and data-driven thinkers· Have polished interpersonal communication skills· Can manage multiple tasks while adapting to rapid change· Have a positive attitude and be a team player, but have the ability to work independently· Understand prioritization of workflow, follow through and attention to detail
When you come to work, you will:
· Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties· Provide clerical and administrative support to the Human Resource Director· Compile and maintain employee records (electronic and soft copy)· Process documentation for verification of employment and similar record requests· Coordinate all HR projects (meeting, trainings, surveys, etc.) and take minutes· Handle all finalization of employee onboarding· Coordinate company communications (New hire announcements, service awards, anniversaries)
There are some MUST HAVES:
· Proven experience in an HR assistance or relevant human resources administrative position· Fast computer skills· Demonstrated proficiency with various HRIS and payroll systems· Minimum of 2 years relevant HR experience in a complex, dynamic, fast-paced and high-volume environment which flexibility and resourcefulness are or were valued· Strong communication skills· Excellent organizational skills· Have HR Certification (** preferred but not required )
ASK YOURSELF IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES….. COME BE A PART OF OUR FAMILY LEGACY TODAY!
Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
Our Company is growing fast and looking for a Human Resources Assistant with experience to help grow our business to the max! We’ll challenge your skills, talents, and abilities and reward your every success. Here is just some of the benefits you will get by being a Company employee:
· Free gym memberships with personal training sessions and discounted services· A comprehensive health & welfare benefits package· Opportunities to grow within the company· Health and Wellness Benefits· Eligibility to Participate in a 401K plan
What sets us apart from the rest:
· Integrity with everything we do· Passion for excellence· Pride in who we are as a company· Leadership displayed in all levels of our company· Excellence in our business· But most of all…. we are more than a gym; we are a gym family legacy!!
We want talented individuals who:
· Are strong analytical and data-driven thinkers· Have polished interpersonal communication skills· Can manage multiple tasks while adapting to rapid change· Have a positive attitude and be a team player, but have the ability to work independently· Understand prioritization of workflow, follow through and attention to detail
When you come to work, you will:
· Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties· Provide clerical and administrative support to the Human Resource Director· Compile and maintain employee records (electronic and soft copy)· Process documentation for verification of employment and similar record requests· Coordinate all HR projects (meeting, trainings, surveys, etc.) and take minutes· Handle all finalization of employee onboarding· Coordinate company communications (New hire announcements, service awards, anniversaries)
There are some MUST HAVES:
· Proven experience in an HR assistance or relevant human resources administrative position· Fast computer skills· Demonstrated proficiency with various HRIS and payroll systems· Minimum of 2 years relevant HR experience in a complex, dynamic, fast-paced and high-volume environment which flexibility and resourcefulness are or were valued· Strong communication skills· Excellent organizational skills· Have HR Certification (** preferred but not required )
ASK YOURSELF IF YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES….. COME BE A PART OF OUR FAMILY LEGACY TODAY!
Our Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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Human Resources Assistant job description example 2
Community Health Systems human resources assistant job description
This is a full time position in a busy Human Resources Department at Northwest Medical Center.
Must have Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) with strong Excel skills preferred. HRIS, recruiting system, Payroll, and Benefits experience preferred. Skilled customer service with high volume interactions. Ability to follow through and accurately complete tasks in an interrupt-driven environment. Strong organization skills and a high level of accuracy with detailed assignments.
_Northwest Healthcare is a multi-faceted network dedicated to providing safe, quality care at each of our locations. With four hospitals, two freestanding emergency centers, three urgent care locations and a large physician practice including primary care and a variety of specialists, Northwest Healthcare offers you a wide range of settings in which to work. Common among them all is not only the commitment to providing safe patient care, but to employee satisfaction and growth. It is a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all employees-whether caring for patients directly or working in a support role. NWHC is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested._
**Qualifications**
**Experience**
**Required**
+ Two (2) years clerical experience with significant public contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Must have Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) with strong Excel skills preferred. HRIS, recruiting system, Payroll, and Benefits experience preferred. Skilled customer service with high volume interactions. Ability to follow through and accurately complete tasks in an interrupt-driven environment. Strong organization skills and a high level of accuracy with detailed assignments.
_Northwest Healthcare is a multi-faceted network dedicated to providing safe, quality care at each of our locations. With four hospitals, two freestanding emergency centers, three urgent care locations and a large physician practice including primary care and a variety of specialists, Northwest Healthcare offers you a wide range of settings in which to work. Common among them all is not only the commitment to providing safe patient care, but to employee satisfaction and growth. It is a culture of teamwork, respect and appreciation for all employees-whether caring for patients directly or working in a support role. NWHC is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested._
**Qualifications**
**Experience**
**Required**
+ Two (2) years clerical experience with significant public contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Human Resources Assistant job description example 3
PaperWorks human resources assistant job description
PaperWorks is a leading, integrated North American full-service provider of 100% recycled paperboard and specialized folding cartons for packaging applications. Founded in 2008 and headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, we are committed to the highest sustainable forestry and procurement standards.
We want our team members to be proud of the essential work they do, our commitment to the environment, and the overall company. As part of our culture journey to be recognized as a Great Place to Work©, we continue to invest heavily in our
people , our company culture and in state-of-the-art technology to be at the forefront of innovation and market differentiation. PaperWorks' products are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council and 100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance.
Summary
The Human Resources Associate supports the Human Resources Manager in all aspects of HR including, but not limited to the development, implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of the following areas: employee relations, training, temporary employee management, recruitment, and interviewing.
Responsibilities
• Answers routine inquiries from inside and outside the company on HR-related matters in line with written company policy
• Requisitions temporary personnel from staffing agencies as needed
• Verifies agency employees' time and forwards information to agencies
• Greets new employees, provides them with personal protective equipment, and escorts them to assigned supervisor or department when on shift
• Updates ADP Workforce Now for hourly employee changes
• Maintains employment resumes, application forms, etc. in line with company policy
• Maintains employee personnel files and training records in line with company policies and government regulations
• Retains records in line with company record retention requirements
• Conducts weekly orientation with new Team Members
• Utilizes iCIMS.
• Maintains communication bulletin boards.
• Provides assistance to other functional groups as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager.
Qualifications
• Human Resources experience, strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret information, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal and teambuilding skills
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables and implement solutions
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) is a must
• Willing and able to cover for Human Resources Manager
• Quick Learner
• Comfortable with unknown but willing to learn by utilizing reputable resources
We want our team members to be proud of the essential work they do, our commitment to the environment, and the overall company. As part of our culture journey to be recognized as a Great Place to Work©, we continue to invest heavily in our
people , our company culture and in state-of-the-art technology to be at the forefront of innovation and market differentiation. PaperWorks' products are certified by the Forest Stewardship Council and 100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance.
Summary
The Human Resources Associate supports the Human Resources Manager in all aspects of HR including, but not limited to the development, implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of the following areas: employee relations, training, temporary employee management, recruitment, and interviewing.
Responsibilities
• Answers routine inquiries from inside and outside the company on HR-related matters in line with written company policy
• Requisitions temporary personnel from staffing agencies as needed
• Verifies agency employees' time and forwards information to agencies
• Greets new employees, provides them with personal protective equipment, and escorts them to assigned supervisor or department when on shift
• Updates ADP Workforce Now for hourly employee changes
• Maintains employment resumes, application forms, etc. in line with company policy
• Maintains employee personnel files and training records in line with company policies and government regulations
• Retains records in line with company record retention requirements
• Conducts weekly orientation with new Team Members
• Utilizes iCIMS.
• Maintains communication bulletin boards.
• Provides assistance to other functional groups as required.
• Other duties as assigned by the Human Resources Manager.
Qualifications
• Human Resources experience, strongly preferred
• Ability to read and interpret information, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong interpersonal and teambuilding skills
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables and implement solutions
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel and Outlook) is a must
• Willing and able to cover for Human Resources Manager
• Quick Learner
• Comfortable with unknown but willing to learn by utilizing reputable resources
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Updated March 14, 2024