Gem State Staffing is now accepting applications with resumes for an HR assistant in Jerome. This is a full-time, permanent position where the HR assistant will undertake a variety of HR administrative duties. The HR assistant duties involve a wide range of support activities inside our HR department, from coordinating meetings to maintaining our employee database to posting job ads. An important part of your role will be to act as the liaison between HR and employees, ensuring smooth communication and prompt resolution of requests and questions.

Will assist in creating policies, processes and documents. HR assistant qualifications HR assistant skills we’re looking for include excellent organization ability, familiarity with HR software and strong communication skills. You should be able to work autonomously and remain calm under pressure. Following our training sessions, you’ll be able to assist HR managers in the whole recruitment lifecycle (e.g. onboarding new hires and candidate sourcing). Ultimately, you’ll ensure our HR department is organized and operates smoothly to attract, hire and retain our employees.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day to day operations of the HR functions and duties
• Provide clerical and administrative support to Human Resources executives
• Compile and update employee records (hard and soft copies)
• Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations etc)
• Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys etc) and take minutes
• Deal with employee requests regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations
• Assist in payroll preparation by providing relevant data (absences, bonus, leaves, etc)
• Communicate with public services when necessary
• Properly handle complaints and grievance procedures
• Coordinate communication with candidates and schedule interviews
• Conduct initial orientation to newly hired employees
• Assist our recruiters to source candidates and update our database

Requirements:

• Proven experience as an HR assistant, staff assistant or relevant human resources/administrative position
• Fast computer typing skills (MS Office, in particular)
• Basic knowledge of labor laws
• Excellent organizational skills
• Strong communications and Customer Service skill
• Must have experience with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
• High attention to detail, thoroughness and organized
• Able to be autonomous and efficient in completing tasks
• Team orientated and willing to learn new tasks
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check (no felons and/or theft, or drug related charges).
• Must have excellent phone skills with the ability to speak clearly.
• Motivated and able to work consistently, efficiently and accurately without direct supervision.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-management skills
• At least a Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, business administration, or a related field
• Professional certification or diploma, such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)
• Proven experience as a staff assistant, human resources assistant, or administrative assistant position
• Work well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.

Shift: Days; Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm.