Human Resources Assistant
About Us
The Albuquerque Journal is New Mexico’s leading news source. For over 120 years, we have proudly served our readers as a locally owned and operated company. As the largest daily newspaper, we deliver copies statewide, reaching people across the Land of Enchantment. The Journal offers a variety of products in print, digital, and online at ABQJournal.com. Readers can also access our award-winning, in-depth journalism and get breaking news alerts through our apps.
About the Role
Albuquerque Publishing Company and the Albuquerque Journal are seeking a highly organized, service-oriented part-time Human Resources Assistant to help create an outstanding employee experience from day one. If you enjoy keeping things organized, supporting others, solving problems, and being part of a collaborative team, we'd love to meet you.
Responsibilities
- Welcoming new employees through the hiring and onboarding process
- Maintaining employee records and HR systems with accuracy and confidentiality
- Assisting with benefits administration and annual Open Enrollment
- Supporting employee relations, leave administration, and HR compliance
- Responding to employee questions and providing exceptional customer service
- Assisting in the coordination of employee recognition, celebrations, and engagement activities
- Assisting with special projects that improve the employee experience across the organization
You'll be a trusted resource for employees while helping ensure our HR operations run smoothly behind the scenes.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
- One to three years of administrative or human resources experience preferred
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple priorities
- Friendly, approachable, and committed to excellent customer service
- A strong communicator who enjoys working with people
- Comfortable handling confidential information with discretion
- Knowledge of HR practices and compliance
- Experienced with G Suite and comfortable learning new technology (Paylocity or other HRIS experience is a plus)