Human Resources Assistant

Duties/Responsibilities

• Reviews, tracks, and documents compliance with mandatory and non-mandatory training, continuing education, and work assessments.
• Recruits, interviews, and facilitates the hiring of qualified job applicants for open positions; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
• Conducts or acquires background checks and employee eligibility verification.
• Conducts new hire orientation.
• Maintain up to date job descriptions and recruitment records.
• Cook up open enrollment and benefit communication.
• Maintain and update employee records in accordance with legal requirements.
• Handles employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency in HRIS and other HR software, experience with Rippling is a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.

Other Duties

• Assimilate into Pioneer’s culture through understanding, supporting and participating in all elements of its service standards.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the service standards.
• Regular attendance in conformance with standards, which may be established by Pioneer from time to time.