Human Resources Assistant (Temporary)

Valley First Credit Union•Modesto, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The temporary Human Resources Assistant works closely with the Human Resources Manager to support hiring and retention goals, support benefits administration, and to enforce policies, and procedures throughout the credit union. This position is responsible for a wide range of HR functions including full cycle recruitment, Engagement Team initiatives, benefits administration, and supporting administrative tasks for the department. Keeps abreast of current and proposed legislation, regulatory changes, and employment laws at the federal, state, and local level. Conducts the full lifecycle recruitment process. To include posting job requisitions internally and externally, sourcing, evaluating, and screening candidates. Support employee onboarding by conducting pre-hire actions such as; background check orders, IT Tickets, department coordination, etc. Completes EDD claim forms, employment verification requests and other HR related informational requests. Maintains and manages all employee records in accordance with our internal filing system. Ensure proper document retention according to current guidelines. Merge employee profiles from HRIS (Paychex) and paper files into electronic employee files. Supports HR Manager with benefit plan invoices on a monthly basis as needed. Supports offboarding process when employees leave the credit union. Supports Engagement Team initiatives to include drafting internal communications, coordinating volunteer events, and other relevant Engagement Team needs. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Two years of human resources experience including recruitment.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Experience managing privileged and confidential information with integrity and professionalism.
Knowledge of both federal and state employment-related laws and regulations.
Ability to handle multiple competing and time-sensitive priorities.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
High level of attention to detail.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Microsoft office programs experience required to include Word and Excel.
Technical aptitude to understand complex programs and applications.
Displays courtesy, tact, and diplomacy during personal contact with others inside and/or outside of the organization for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented, organized, accurate and ability to adapt to change.
Excellent decision making and time management skills.
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to trouble-shoot problems and research capabilities of current or proposed products.
Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
The incumbent is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; typing; viewing a computer screen and reading.
Climb/descend stairs in an emergency situation.
Operate routine office equipment including personal computers, copy machines, mobile and landline phones, calculator and others as needed.
Maintain working on a computer for six to eight hours daily, on average.
Work extended hours if required or requested by management.
Regular, reliable and timely attendance.
Perform job functions independently, or with limited supervision, and work effectively either on own or as part of a team.
Read and carry out various written instructions and follow oral instructions.
Speak clearly and deliver information in a logical and understandable sequence.
Effectively handle multiple, simultaneous, and changing priorities.
Exercise highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters.

Nice To Haves

College degree or HR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Full cycle recruitment, including posting job requisitions internally and externally, sourcing, evaluating, and screening candidates.
Support employee onboarding by conducting pre-hire actions such as background check orders, IT Tickets, and department coordination.
Complete EDD claim forms, employment verification requests, and other HR-related informational requests.
Maintain and manage all employee records in accordance with the internal filing system and ensure proper document retention.
Merge employee profiles from HRIS (Paychex) and paper files into electronic employee files.
Support the HR Manager with benefit plan invoices on a monthly basis as needed.
Support the offboarding process when employees leave the credit union.
Support Engagement Team initiatives, including drafting internal communications and coordinating volunteer events.
Keep abreast of current and proposed legislation, regulatory changes, and employment laws at the federal, state, and local level.
Perform other duties as assigned.