HR Administrative Assistant II

BLACKROCK STRATEGY INC • Huntsville, AL

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Blackrock Strategy is seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven HR Assistant to provide administrative support to the Human Resources department. The role supports day-to-day HR operations, maintains employee records, assists with recruitment, coordinates onboarding, and helps ensure compliance with HR procedures and policies.

This is a fully on-site position at Blackrock Strategy's Huntsville, Alabama headquarters. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, with occasional schedule adjustments based on business or operational needs. The role involves regular interaction with employees, applicants, visitors, and internal and external stakeholders, as well as daily use of computers, HR information systems, electronic records, and standard office equipment.

Blackrock Strategy, Inc. provides engineering, operational, analytical, and technical services supporting the Department of War, Intelligence Community, and commercial customers. Its teams support test and evaluation, experimentation, systems integration, operational planning, and technology transition across national security programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of administrative, Human Resources, or related professional support experience; experience in a federal government contracting environment is preferred.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, coordinate administrative processes, and manage multiple assignments with competing deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to interact professionally with employees, candidates, leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy.
• Discretion and ability to appropriately handle confidential personnel and business information.
• Ability to work independently within established procedures while recognizing when additional guidance, review, or approval is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service-oriented approach to administrative and employee support.
• Ability to work on-site in Huntsville, Alabama, during established business hours.

Nice To Haves

• HR certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR, or working toward certification.
• Experience supporting recruitment or onboarding activities.
• Familiarity with employment laws and HR compliance practices.
• Experience working in a fast-paced or multi-location environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, organize, and update electronic and physical employee records in accordance with company procedures, record-retention requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Prepare, distribute, track, and maintain HR documentation, including onboarding forms, employment records, policy acknowledgments, and other personnel materials.
• Support administration and tracking of employee benefits enrollment documentation, leave requests, attendance records, and routine HR transactions.
• Perform HR data entry, record reconciliation, and routine reporting to support accuracy and completeness across internal systems.
• Support the preparation, organization, and maintenance of documentation for internal reviews, audits, and compliance activities.
• Respond to routine employee inquiries about HR processes, resources, and administrative procedures, referring matters requiring specialized guidance or approval to appropriate HR personnel.
• Provide administrative support for recruitment, including job posting coordination, applicant tracking, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
• Maintain accurate applicant and recruitment records in designated systems and tracking tools.
• Coordinate pre-employment administrative activities, including collecting required documentation and tracking completion of onboarding requirements.
• Assist with new-hire orientation preparation, scheduling, documentation, and coordination with internal departments.
• Track onboarding milestones, required acknowledgments, training completion, and outstanding administrative requirements.
• Support coordination of employee transitions, including onboarding, internal changes, and offboarding documentation, as directed by Human Resources.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) with company matching
• Employer-paid employee medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) option with employer contributions
• Paid time off and parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Referral bonus program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level