What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Assistant position at Progress Industries?
This position is primarily based in Newton, IA (approximately 60%), with regular travel to Des Moines office two day per week (approximately 40%).
BASIC FUNCTION
This position will include, but is not limited to, responsibilities such as recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding for both Polk and Jasper counties.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES - HUMAN RESOURCES:
Approximately 75% of this position's responsibilities are focused on recruiting and talent Acquistion (interviewing, hiring, onboarding, background checks, career fairs, etc.), with the remainder dedicated to general HR administration and employee relations.
- Recruit, interview, screen and perform background checks.
- Participate in career fairs & partner with colleges for recruitment.
- Process new employee information.
- Maintain and audit agency personnel files and monitor corrections.
- Attend and participate in team meetings.
- Send intial COBRA notifications to qualified employees upon ineligibility to the plan.
- Order and keep inventory of Polk supplies (office, bathroom, kitchen, snacks).
- Perform office tasks, including being at the office Mon-Thursday from 8am-5:00 pm, and Friday 8am-12pm. Handling in-coming and out-going mail.
- Other duties assigned.
Minimum Requirement:
- Associates Degree preferred
- Recruiting experience required.
- Must maintain high levels of confidentiality.
- Must have adequate computer skills to complete job duties.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance