HR Assistant – Honolulu | $22–$25/hr

Mental Health Kokua • Honolulu, HI

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About The Position

Mental Health Kokua (MHK) is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented HR Assistant to support employees providing mental health services across Hawaiʻi while building experience across multiple human resources functions. The role works directly with HR leadership as MHK modernizes its HR operations through emerging technologies, intelligent automation, and improved workflows.

The HR Assistant maintains confidential employee records and personnel documentation; coordinates pre-employment screening and onboarding requirements; conducts credential and exclusion checks; monitors certifications and deadlines; and assists with employee benefits enrollments, changes, and reconciliation. The position also maintains electronic records, uses spreadsheets and HR systems, helps improve administrative workflows, and responds to routine HR questions while following up with employees and managers on outstanding requirements.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position in Honolulu, with compensation of $22.00–$25.00 per hour depending on qualifications and experience. A high school diploma or equivalent and one to two years of administrative, HR, or related office experience are required. A certificate or associate degree in a related field is preferred, though relevant professional experience may be considered in place of formal postsecondary education. Mental Health Kokua is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to two years of administrative, Human Resources, or related office experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated accuracy, confidentiality, accountability, and follow-through.
• Ability to learn new technologies and manage multiple priorities independently.

Nice To Haves

• A certificate or associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant professional experience may be considered instead of formal postsecondary education.
• Previous HR administrative experience.
• Experience with HR information systems or payroll software.
• Familiarity with employee benefits, onboarding, or employment compliance procedures.
• Experience in administrative operations, employee records management, benefits, payroll support, compliance, or similar responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, confidential employee records and process personnel documentation.
• Coordinate pre-employment screening, verify required documents, and track new-hire requirements.
• Conduct DCCA credential verifications and SAM.gov and OIG exclusion checks; monitor required certifications and deadlines.
• Assist with employee benefits enrollments, changes, and benefits reconciliation.
• Maintain electronic records and work with spreadsheets and HR systems.
• Help improve administrative workflows.
• Respond to routine HR questions and follow up with employees and managers to resolve outstanding requirements.

What This Job Offers

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