Human Resources Assistant

Running Hill Road, South Portland, ME 04106, USA

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to join our team. The HR Assistant will be responsible for a wide range of HR functions, focusing on payroll processing, benefit administration and employee record maintenance. This role requires a highly detailed individual with the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.

Dead River Company delivers energy and peace of mind to customers throughout Northern New England and New York with over 1,600 employees and a commitment to our core values of integrity, caring, and excellence.

• Serves as back-up to the Payroll Specialist and Benefit Specialist, assists with payroll and benefit related inquiries.
• Assists with payroll weekly data entry, and processes weekly payrolls to cover PTO as needed.
• Completes monthly reporting for state and federal agencies, responds to requests for information from state agencies, including unemployment claims, as needed.
• Distributes mid-year and annual performance reviews via HRIS.
• Archives personnel file documents using a computerized digital imaging system.
• Reviews and updates Employee Handbook and HR Policies and Procedures under the direction of manager.
• Provides some administrative reporting to the Recruiting and Insurance departments as needed.

Performs other work-related duties and project assistance as assigned.

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

• Minimum 2 years general office experience working with MS Office applications and office equipment.

• Must demonstrate a high level of integrity
• Actively engage and be accountable
• Problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Exceptional planning and scheduling skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to hold others accountable

Safety considerations relate to proper ergonomics in an office setting.

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