HR Assistant

The Cavco Family of Companies•Martinsville, VA

About The Position

The HR Assistant supports day-to-day Human Resources operations and helps ensure workplace needs are met through benefit administration, salary determination, employee discipline, and administrative and clerical work. The role supports a wide range of HR activities, including coordinating meetings, maintaining employee databases, posting job advertisements, and serving as a liaison between HR and employees to facilitate communication and resolve requests and questions promptly. The HR Assistant also assists in creating policies, processes, and documents.

Requirements

Associate degree in an HR-related field or equivalent experience.
At least 5 years of related administrative experience.
Detail-oriented and organized.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Solid understanding of Microsoft Office and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with applicant tracking database systems.

Responsibilities

Assist with the day-to-day operations of HR functions and duties.
Provide clerical and administrative support to Human Resources executives.
Compile and update employee records in hard-copy and electronic formats.
Process documentation and prepare reports relating to staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, and other personnel activities.
Coordinate HR projects, including meetings, training, and surveys, and take minutes.
Respond to employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations.
Assist with payroll preparation by maintaining timekeeping and providing relevant data, including absences, bonuses, and leave.
Communicate with public services when necessary.
Handle complaints and grievance procedures appropriately.
Coordinate communication with candidates and schedule interviews.
Conduct initial orientation for newly hired employees.
Assist recruiters with sourcing candidates and updating the candidate database.