Part-Time Human Resources Assistant

Penn State University • University Park, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

We are searching for a self-disciplined, highly motivated, and customer service-oriented individual to join the Human Resources Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This role will be a mixture of day-to-day responsibilities, as well as special projects, in a fast-paced, confidential environment. Working hours will average approximately 20 hours/week, Monday through Friday, during regular business hours. ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
• Proven success in an office environment, where various forms of communication and organizational skills were crucial to be effective
• Demonstrated discretion and professionalism in handling confidential and sensitive information
• Previous success prioritizing tasks, resolving routine issues, and working effectively both independently and collaboratively
• Demonstrated skill in proofreading and ensuring high‑quality, error‑free work

Nice To Haves

• Human resources or talent acquisition environment
• Atlassian Confluence and Jira, or other collaboration/ project management/ tracking software
• Workday or other human capital management systems

Responsibilities

• Perform general administrative tasks, to include: greet visitors and answer phone and emails, provide directions or information, and address routine inquiries; distribute incoming mail, documents, awards, and supplies; and maintain office files and office supplies inventory
• Generate and review reports and spreadsheets; proofread documents for accuracy; create and send routine memos and letters from established templates; update data and track changes
• Support meeting, event, and onboarding coordination by organizing schedules and locations, sending reminders, and managing follow‑up actions
• Assist with routine travel arrangements and expense reports
• Assist with various human resource and talent acquisition related projects

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed