Human Resources Assistant

Responsible for pre-employment screenings, including background and reference checks. 

Assist with new hire onboarding and assimilation.  

Report new hires to state and federal governments. 

Provide front desk coverage at lunchtime on in-office days and when the Receptionist is out of the office. 

Process personnel actions to Payroll. 

Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of information. 

Process employment verifications. 

Assist with special HR projects (salary surveys, position descriptions, HR-related research). 

Attend weekly meetings. 

Monitor department email account; addresses employee questions and forwards emails to other HR team members as necessary.   

0-2 years progressive Human Resources experience. 

Dedication to TRI team and customer service values with a strong emphasis on responsiveness, professionalism and diplomacy.

Proficient in both verbal and written communication.

Capable of working independently as well as within a team.

Skilled at time-management and multi-tasking to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.

Experienced in safeguarding highly confidential information.

Embraces a collaborative approach and excels at supporting and empowering other team members.