HR Assistant

Position Summary The HR Assistant supports the Human Resources department in daily administrative and operational functions, including onboarding, employee record maintenance, compliance documentation, learning & development and recruitment. This role requires strong organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.

Key Responsibilities Support new hire onboarding, including preparing orientation materials and processing required documentation

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with agency policy and regulatory requirements (e.g., OPWDD, Justice Center)
Assist with tracking training compliance (e.g., SCIP-R, AMAP, CPR/First Aid)
Respond to routine employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, employment verifications and procedures

Support benefits administration tasks, including enrollment processing and updates

Assist with preparation of HR reports, correspondence, and documentation as needed

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and organizational information

Provide general administrative support to the HR team, including filing, data entry, and scheduling

High school diploma or equivalent required;
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred1+ years of administrative or HR-related experience preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with HRIS/applicant tracking systems (e.g., Paycom) a plus Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Experience in a nonprofit or human services setting preferred