Human Resources Associate
National Legal Aid & Defender Association · Los Angeles, CA · 1 wk ago
Human ResourcesFull-time
What You’ll Do
- Affirmatively assist in drafting and posting job descriptions on job boards and company platforms.
- Screen resumes and schedule interviews.
- Coordinate interview logistics and candidate communication.
- Exercise independent judgment in recruitment operations, including selecting appropriate job boards and sourcing channels, developing and adjusting recruitment strategies, and making data-informed decisions to optimize candidate attraction and hiring outcomes.
- Conduct background checks and/or any other contingent screening when necessary.
- Support onboarding processes and new hire documentation.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files.
- Manage HRIS data entry and updates.
- Prepare HR-related reports and documentation.
- Track employee attendance, leave, and benefits enrollment.
- Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries.
- Support conflict resolution and workplace issue investigations.
- Aid in performance management processes.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
- Aid in updating HR policies and employee handbook.
- Support audits and regulatory reporting.
- Assist in benefits administration and enrollment.
- Respond to employee benefits-related inquiries.
About The Role
The HR Associate supports the HR department in executing and supporting core HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compliance, and HR record management. This role plays a key part in ensuring a positive employee experience and maintaining efficient HR operations. In this role, you will report to the Director of Human Resources. This position is exempt.