A non-profit organization is seeking a Human Resource Assistant who will provide administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Department, assist in maintaining employee records, coordinating recruitment and on-boarding, processing payroll and benefits information, and supporting day-to-day HR functions to ensure compliance and organizational efficiency.  This is a part-time position working 32 hours each week; however, occasional extended hours during audits, new hire orientations, or major HR initiatives may be required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assist with posting job openings on internal and external platforms and screen resumes and schedule interviews for hiring managers
• Conduct reference checks and assist in the background screening process, prepare new hire packets and onboarding documents, and coordinate orientation for new employees and ensure completion of all forms
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files, digital and physical and ensure HR records comply with federal and state labor laws
• Track employee certifications, training records, license renewals, and assist with HR audits and reporting requirements
• Support payroll processing by verifying time sheets, staff attendance, and help manage employee changes related to pay, position, or status
• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, questions, and changes and maintain confidentiality of all payroll and benefits data
• Serve as a first point of contact for employee inquiries, direct them to the appropriate HR staff, and support employee engagement activities, training sessions, and team events
• Distribute HR communications such as policy updates, reminders, or staff announcements and assist in maintaining a positive, inclusive, and faith-aligned workplace culture
• Enter and update employee data in HRIS, generate reports related to staffing, turnover, and compliance, and assist with data collection for grants, audits, and accreditation reviews

Job Qualifications:

• Must have Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Must have a minimum 1 to 2 years prior Administrative or HR experience; Non-Profit experience is preferred but not required
• Must have basic knowledge of Employment Laws and HR best practice
• Must be proficient using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or HRIS and be familiar with HR software, payroll systems, and recordkeeping tools
• Must be able to maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files, and ensure HR records comply with all federal and state labor laws 
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills, as well as, excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Must be friendly, with a professional demeanor and a strong commitment to teamwork
• Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold the organization’s values of faith, integrity, and compassion in all interaction

Only those candidates that can pass a background check will be considered.  This company offers benefits and professional development opportunities upon permanent hire.

Area Temps still believes that the best way to serve both our employees and our customers is through personal service. To apply for this Human Resources Assistant position, please submit your resume to mentor@areatemps.com, call (440) 788-4373, or TEXT “your name & 177876” to (440) 497-1091.