HR Assistant

Job Description

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and people-focused HR Assistant for 12 weeks of maternity leave coverage. This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate employee records, supporting recruitment and onboarding efforts, assisting with payroll, and fostering a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and brings a servant-minded, team-first attitude to their work.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date HR and personnel files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance
• Lead and support new hire orientation, onboarding, and training processes
• Assist with recruitment efforts, including job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, and hiring documentation
• Support employee engagement initiatives and internal HR programs
• Process and support payroll using Paycom, including data entry and verification
• Complete and maintain I-9 documentation and employment eligibility records
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team
• Respond to employee inquiries and assist with HR-related communications
• Support compliance with company policies, procedures, and employment regulations
  
  

Key Accountabilities

• Personnel record maintenance and data accuracy
• Recruiting and hiring support
• Administrative and HR operational support
• Payroll processing and compliance
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Previous HR or Human Resources-related experience required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience working with HRIS systems (Paycom preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills
• Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
  
  

Core Values & Competencies

• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration
• Servant-minded approach to supporting employees and leadership
• Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow
  
  

Compensation

• $50,000-$60,000 plus benefits
• Onsite preferred but open to 2 days remote