Human Resources (HR) Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to support daily HR operations in Massachusetts. This long-term contract position will help deliver a smooth employee experience by coordinating onboarding activities, maintaining accurate HR records, and assisting with employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate onboarding activities, including pre-employment documentation, orientation scheduling, and onboarding follow-up to ensure a positive start for employees.
• Maintain and update employee information in HRIS platforms, verifying records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
• Support background screening processes by tracking requirements, communicating with candidates, and ensuring timely completion of pre-employment checks.
• Assist with employee relations inquiries by responding to routine questions and directing more complex matters to the appropriate HR team members.
• Prepare, organize, and manage HR documents, personnel files, and administrative records in accordance with company policies.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to help streamline HR administrative workflows and support system-related onboarding processes when needed.
• Monitor deadlines for staffing and onboarding tasks, providing status updates and helping resolve process delays promptly.

Requirements

• Experience supporting human resources administration in a detail-focused office environment.
• Working knowledge of HRIS systems and the ability to manage employee data accurately.
• Familiarity with onboarding coordination and pre-employment processes, including background checks.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Strong organizational skills with close attention to detail and follow-through.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for interacting with candidates, employees, and internal teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced HR support setting.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.

All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.