HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

Goodwill Industries of Arkansas • Little Rock, AR

20d • $19 - $0

About The Position

The Human Resources Assistant performs administrative tasks and duties to support effective and efficient operations of the human resources department. The role supports employee hiring and onboarding, offboarding, employee recordkeeping, HR reporting, policy communication, employee events, benefits enrollment, and compliance activities. It also provides general administrative support to the HR team and assists with special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• High school education.
• Two years of related experience and/or training.
• Prior experience in an administrative role, preferably in HR or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Communication skills, mathematical skills, critical-thinking skills, and decision-making skills.
• Skills with software databases, presentations/PowerPoint, spreadsheets, and word processing/typing.
• Planning, organizing, and project management skills.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-employment checks, including background screenings, motor vehicle checks, and reference checks.
• Prepare new-hire paperwork and ensure all required documents are completed accurately.
• Conduct orientation sessions for new employees and provide information about company policies and procedures.
• Assist with the offboarding process.
• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Generate reports for HR metrics and compliance purposes as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of HR policies and procedures and communicate updates to employees as needed.
• Assist in organizing employee events and initiatives to foster a positive work environment.
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team, including managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and handling correspondence.
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as assigned by HR management.
• Support open enrollment activities and help employees understand their benefit options.
• Assist in ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED