Human Resources Assistant

Role:

Responsible for the administrative support of the Human Resources Department including benefits administration, payroll processing, organizational event planning and coordination, and management of meeting documentation.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

E

15%

Assists with the day to day administration of benefit programs, 401(k), including enrolling, terminating and modifying employee benefit coverage. Serves as first line of contact for employees regarding benefit questions or requirements.

E

15%

Maintains accurate employee records in HRIS/payroll/benefits systems, ensuring data integrity, timely updates, and proper document retention.

E

15%

Provide administrative support to the Human Resources Department, including calendar management, correspondence, file maintenance, and day-to-day office coordination.

E

15%

Support payroll processing by collecting, reviewing, and entering timekeeping and pay-related changes, and assisting with payroll audits and corrections as needed.

E

15%

Manage meeting documentation, including capturing minutes, maintaining action-item logs, organizing supporting materials, and publishing approved records in accordance with department practices.

E

10%

Plan, coordinate, and execute organizational events, including logistics, vendor coordination, scheduling, and materials.

E

10%

Generates routing HR reports and spreadsheets. Supports data requests while adhering to privacy requirements.

E

5%

Performs other job related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills:

Experience

One year to three years of similar or related experience.

Education

(1) A two-year college degree, or (2) completion of a specialized certification or licensing, or (3) completion of specialized training courses conducted by vendors, or (4) job-specific skills acquired through an apprenticeship program.

Interpersonal Skills

Work frequently involves exercising advanced conflict resolution, giving material presentations, and resolving issues impacting multiple departments or divisions. Role also requires the ability to motivate or influence others as a material part of the role, with a significant level of diplomacy and trust. Obtaining cooperation (internally and/or externally) is an important part of the role and a high level of interpersonal skills is critical to the success of this position.

Other Skills

- Attention to detail, and accuracy in work with an ability to work in a varied and busy atmosphere
- Willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team
- Ability to work well with all levels of personnel to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain a high level of discretion when handling sensitive employee information and comply with all applicable policies and regulations.
- Ability to function independently, and perform routine department procedures without supervision.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, databases, and web browsers. Experience with ADP Workforce Now a plus.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. Valid drivers license. Walking, hearing, talking.

Work Environment

The above information on this position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assign to this job. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. Taunton Federal Credit Union maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employment is not for any specific time and may be terminated at will, without notice, at any time with or without cause. Employees may also resign at any time.