Receptionist/HR Assistant (Lakeland, FL)

Essential Functions

• Greet and receive callers or visitors to the office, ascertain the nature of business, and route accordingly.
• Primary contact with breakroom vending provider to resolve any issues and liaison for employees.
• Special projects as needed by HR or any other area of the corporate office that requires additional support.
• Assist the Benefits Manager with COBRA and FMLA notifications and mailings.
• Create the monthly anniversary and birthday flyers for the breakroom and other sites each month.
• Cook up the distribution of monthly anniversary and birthday cards.
• Build New Employee Orientation books as requested.
• Aid the Office Manager with office supplies as needed.
• Support the Office Manager by helping with bids as requested.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

• A high school diploma is required.
• An associate or bachelor’s degree in human resources management or related field is preferred.

Work Experience

• One to three years of receptionist/administrative experience.
• One to three years of entry-level HR experience.

Licenses And Certifications

• SHRM-CP or PHR Certification preferred.

Skills And Abilities

• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.
• Must be able to deal with difficult, sensitive, and confidential issues.

Physical Requirements

• The use of a computer and phone – Must be able to see, type, write, finger, grasp, and sit; must be able to use a mobile phone.
• Communicating with internal and external customers – must be able to talk, hear, see, and comprehend.
• Mobility of arms – Must be able to reach and use arms to manipulate small objects.
• Mobility inside the office to access filing cabinets, office machines, and supplies – must be able to move about the office space, stand for extended period of time, reach, bend, and occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.

Working Conditions

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Noise levels are typically minimal.

Personal Protective Equipment

• None.