What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Associate position at CMU Health?
Join Our Team as an HR Associate!
Lead with Heart. Support with Purpose. Grow with Us.
Are you someone who loves helping people, keeping things organized, and being the go-to problem solver in a busy, fast-moving environment? Do you thrive on variety—one minute welcoming a new hire, the next coordinating a recognition event, and then diving into HR projects that make real organizational impact?
If so… you may be our next HR Associate!
At CMU, our HR team is passionate about delivering excellent employee experiences. We’re looking for a collaborative, detail-oriented HR professional who’s excited to support employees, improve processes, and keep our operations running smoothly. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career while making a meaningful difference every day.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- You’ll make an impact in every corner of the organization
- You’ll support meaningful HR initiatives that directly improve the employee experience
- You’ll join a supportive HR team that values collaboration, creativity, and professional growth
- You’ll work where your ideas are heard and your contributions truly matter
Incentives & Growth Opportunities
Consistent Monday-Friday schedule-no weekends or holidays
Paid training, supportive onboarding, and opportunities to grow within your team
Tuition support for MA students or career advancements
Strong team culture and supportive leadership
What You’ll Do
As our HR Associate, you’ll be at the heart of our HR operations. Your days may include:
Supporting the Employee Experience
- Coordinating new hire orientation (your chance to make a great first impression!)
- Serving as a friendly, knowledgeable resource for employee questions
- Keeping HR records, files, and HRIS data organized, updated, and accurate
- Running reference checks and background screenings
Keeping Our HR Processes Sharp
- Supporting employee recognition programs
- Compiling employee survey results to help tell our story through data
- Auditing files, licenses, and compliance documents (your inner perfectionist will love this)
Being the Glue That Keeps HR Together
- Processing invoices, vendor bills, and credit card reconciliations
- Helping plan HR and organizational events—from benefits fairs to team celebrations
- Enhancing HR forms, templates, and SOPs
- Jumping in wherever needed—because we’re a team that supports each other
What You Bring
- Associate degree OR 2 years of HR experience required (bachelor’s preferred)
- A knack for details, organization, and juggling multiple tasks
- Strong communication skills with a service-oriented mindset
- Problem-solving confidence—you like figuring things out
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and comfort with HR systems
- A positive attitude and a commitment to confidentiality (you’ll be trusted with important information)
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- You’ll make an impact in every corner of the organization
- You’ll support meaningful HR initiatives that directly improve the employee experience
- You’ll join a supportive HR team that values collaboration, creativity, and professional growth
- You’ll work where your ideas are heard and your contributions truly matter
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re excited to build your career in a role that blends people skills, problem-solving, and opportunities to grow—we want to hear from you!
Apply today and help us elevate the CMU employee experience.
CMU is an AA/EO institution, providing equal opportunity to all persons, including minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.