Human Resources Assistant
Dixon Valve · Chestertown, MD · 6 days ago
On-siteHuman Resources$45k–$60k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Dixon Group is seeking a proactive, organized, and collaborative Human Resources Assistant to support their growing HR team and champion their company culture.
Responsibilities
- Provide high-level support to the HR department and leadership by managing calendars, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, and overseeing office supplies and food deliveries.
- Maintain the absolute accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of digital and physical employee files within our HRIS, while also scanning documents for electronic filing.
- Care for a seamless onboarding and offboarding experience for staff, create and reissue employee ID badges, and process UKG password resets.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute internal company events, meetings, and employee engagement activities, including managing invitations, catering, and technology setup.
- Aid with the administration of employee benefits, timecards, leave, safety protocols, and training programs.
- Aid with the research, planning, and rollout of strategic HR initiatives such as updating handbooks, implementing new software, or launching training programs.
- Respond to general administrative inquiries, draft and edit documents, and provide backup coverage to the Receptionist for breaks, lunches, and PTO.
Requirements
- 2 to 4 years of related working experience in a customer support, HR assistant, clerical, or administrative role.
- A high school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field strongly preferred.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to manage sensitive, highly confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
- Strong prioritization, time-management, and problem-solving skills to effectively handle changing priorities and administrative challenges in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe, and Canva; previous experience with HRIS software (like UKG) and project management tools is highly preferred.
- Prior experience in meeting coordination or corporate event planning is a strong plus.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field strongly preferred.
Skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage sensitive, highly confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
- Strong prioritization, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe, and Canva.
- Experience with HRIS software (like UKG) and project management tools.
- Prior experience in meeting coordination or corporate event planning.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
- Competitive salary.
- Bonus programs.
- 401K retirement plan.
- Training opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays.
- Gym reimbursements, and more!
Pay
$45,000 - $60,000
Schedule
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday