Human Resources Assistant (Administrative Background Welcome)
About The Position
JSET is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to support the daily operations of its Human Resources department. The role is suited to someone with an administrative, office management, front desk, or customer service background who wants to develop a career in HR. The assistant helps provide timely employee support, assists with onboarding, manages HR documentation, responds to employee inquiries, and supports HR processes in a fast-paced environment. The position is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is in office five days a week. It is full-time and non-exempt, with compensation of $22–$26 per hour. The role provides exposure to recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, payroll support, and HR operations while working with an experienced and growing team.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- At least 1 year of administrative, office support, customer service, or related experience.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management abilities.
- Maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- Be able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Be comfortable learning new systems and processes.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Background as an Administrative Assistant, Office Manager, Executive Assistant, Receptionist, Front Desk Coordinator, Customer Service Representative, or Office Administrator.
- Interest in developing a long-term career in Human Resources.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and manage the HR email inbox.
- Respond to routine employee questions about policies, benefits, payroll, onboarding, and employment documentation.
- Route complex or sensitive matters to the appropriate HR team member.
- Provide professional and courteous customer service to employees across the organization.
- Prepare onboarding packets and employment documentation.
- Assist with new-hire onboarding activities and orientation scheduling.
- Track completion of required onboarding items and employee paperwork.
- Maintain onboarding records and employee files.
- Review employee timecards for accuracy and completeness.
- Follow up with employees and supervisors about missing or incorrect time entries.
- Assist with timekeeping audits and payroll preparation activities.
- Maintain records related to timekeeping corrections and approvals.
- Maintain organized electronic and physical personnel files.
- Ensure HR documentation is complete, accurate, and confidential.
- Track personnel records, compliance documents, and required employment forms.
- Assist with reports, spreadsheets, and other HR administrative projects.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
