HR Assistant

Ilitch•Detroit, MI

35d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Assistant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources (HR) department, assisting with various HR functions, and ensuring smooth administration of HR processes. This position will act in a liaison role between colleagues and Human Resources, answering basic HR questions, while ensuring compliance and consistency in federal, state, and local laws and company policies. This position will handle confidential information and manage data appropriately.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
Previous experience working with sensitive and confidential information and ability to handle with discretion.
Demonstrated basic skill level in Microsoft Office suite.
Proven attention to detail, accuracy, and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills and evidence of ability to present data effectively and professionally.
Evidence of organization and planning skills with the ability to time manage and prioritize several concurrent tasks or activities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an HR or administrative role or internship preferred.
Familiarity with Workday.
Working knowledge of local, state, and federal labor laws (i.e., EEO, FMLA, ADA, HIPPA, etc.) preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with onboarding process for new hires, including, but not limited to, follow-up on outstanding I-9's to ensure compliance, present portions of new hire orientation presentation, conduct facility tours, assist with monitoring of new hire orientation tasks, and may supplement recruiting coordinator duties, as necessary.
Maintain and update colleague records in Human Resources Information System (HRIS), ensuring all information is accurate, complete, and compliant with Company policies.
Prepare and file colleague documents in applicable repositories, as necessary.
Compile and disseminate spreadsheets and other reports and provide basic analysis as requested by leadership.
Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll, including reviewing timecard records for accuracy and timely submission through HRIS or colleague time entry system, processing of field sharing bonus on a period basis, and referral bonus payments per scheduled deadlines.
Assist HR Business Partners in coordinating data collection and timely submission of unemployment claims.
Act as a liaison between colleagues and human resources assisting with basic HR transactions.
Complement benefits administration, including tracking colleague benefits enrollment and guiding colleagues on where to go for benefits-related inquiries.
Assist with the preparation and organization of HR audits, reports, presentations, and other related documentation.
Assist in scheduling training sessions and organizing HR workshops and development programs, including recording participation in appropriate repositories.
Maintain colleague recognition programs.
Assist in preparing, planning, and assigning responsibilities for colleague events.
Perform administrative duties including but not limited to mail, filing, preparing meeting materials/handbooks, expense reports, processing invoices, scheduling meetings and conference rooms, etc.
Maintain confidentiality and sensitivity to applicable HR-related matters and information.
Other duties as assigned.