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Human Resources Assistant

Knife River - MT
Belgrade, MT Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026
Description
Job Summary:

1. Assist with all areas of recruitment (job posting, applications, tracking of applicants & hiring process, pre-employment testing, orientation, etc.)
2. Provide assistance to employees and supervisors on a variety of basic policy and benefit questions.
3. Update and coordinate the distribution of communication materials regarding benefits.
4. Provide assistance for research and analysis for the coordination of special projects and reports.
5. Provide assistance in the interpretation, application, enforcement, and maintenance of company policies and procedures.
6. Assist with benefit administration, recordkeeping, training initiatives, as well as analyzing, summarizing and reporting benefits information.
7. Act as custodian of departmental documents and records and is responsible for copying and filing of documents and record retention.
8. Prepare new employee orientation materials/packets and assist with orientation.
9. Provide backup support to other departments as needed.
10. Handle high volumes of work under time constraints, which may require extended work hours.
11. Always work safely and take action to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes, and behaviors.
12. Perform other duties as assigned.

Women, minorities and veterans encouraged to apply
Minimum Qualifications:

Two-three years working in HR department.
Excellent interactions skills with employees
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and proficient math skills.
Ability to demonstrate professionalism, tact, diplomacy and critical thinking skills when dealing with employees and the public.
Ability to work with and assist employees.
Able to work independently and under time constraints.
Must maintain confidentiality.

At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Human Resources Assistant position:

Army:
Administrative Specialist

Coast Guard:
Yeoman

Navy:
Personnel Specialist

Marines:
Personnel Clerk
Human Resources Management Specialist
Administrative Specialist
Additional Information

How To Apply
You may apply online at http://jobs.kniferiver.com
If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:

P.O. Box 30238
Billings, MT 59107


Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Knife River Montana offers a 401(K) as well as Company Paid medical, dental, vision, life and Short-Term Disability benefits for employees and their dependents. Paid Time Off (PTO) offered after 90 days of successful employment and Holiday pay offered after 30 days of successful employment with 8 holidays recognized.



Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.


 

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