HR Administrative Assistant

Toyon Research Corporation • Goleta, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Toyon Research Corporation is seeking an organized and detail-oriented HR Administrative Assistant to support human resources operations at its Goleta headquarters. The role provides administrative support across recruiting, onboarding, compliance, and general HR functions. The ideal candidate is professional and dependable, maintains confidentiality, and delivers excellent internal customer service. This is an in-person position requiring U.S. citizenship and the ability to qualify for a U.S. Department of War security clearance. The application window remains open until the position is filled.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Three years of administrative experience; human resources experience preferred.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to qualify for a U.S. Department of War security clearance required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree or higher in Human Resources, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience supporting recruiting or human resources functions.
• Familiarity with HRIS, ATS, or other HR-related systems.
• Experience in a government contracting environment.
• Basic knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources team.
• Coordinate candidate screenings, interviews, and interview-day logistics.
• Assist with recruiting activities, including job postings and applicant tracking system administration.
• Review applications for minimum qualifications and support candidate processing.
• Support employment compliance and affirmative action program activities.
• Process candidate travel reimbursements and maintain recruiting records.
• Assist with HR expense tracking and general departmental administration.
• Maintain HR records, reports, and internal resources.
• Support onboarding activities and other HR initiatives as needed.

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical insurance premium.
• HSA with employer contributions.
• Dental and vision coverage options.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• Company-funded 401(k) and profit sharing plans.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Discretionary bonus eligibility.
• Competitive industry pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED