HR Assistant

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Human Resources (HR) Assistant is essential in providing support to the HR team. The HR Assistant is responsible for assisting with simple to complex administrative tasks, data entry, responding to general employee questions, managing digital (HRIS) and hard-copy employee records, preparing reports and coordinating routine employee engagement activities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Responsible for data entry in the HR information systems (e.g. Paycom and MyHealthBenefits) and conducts ongoing audits to ensure the highest level of accuracy of the data entered. Creates and ensures comprehensive, organized filing systems. Manages the maintenance of electronic and physical documentation for all employees. Keeps inventory of all HR supplies and maintains organization of HR storage closet. Assists with all aspects of HR as it relates to data requests, including but not limited to data availability, ad-hoc reports, and technical support. Coordinates employee engagement activities (e.g. Mental Health Awareness Month) and employee recognition activities. Provides customer service support to employees about Wellnest's Health and Welfare plans, Retirement Plans and Worker's Compensation. Assists employees with benefits enrollment; providing explanation of benefit eligibility, waiting periods and key program features. Tracks HR initiatives, projects, and commitments to support timely follow-through. Assists with onboarding, offboarding, and internal HR processes. Performs other administrative duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Associate's degree in human resources, public administration, public policy or a related field from an accredited college or university. Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum of two (2) years of administrative and related work