The Personnel Assistant III provides essential support to human resource professionals, requiring a comprehensive understanding of personnel procedures, guidelines, and precedents. This role involves a range of responsibilities, including interviewing applicants, conducting reference checks, and recommending placements for well-defined positions. The Personnel Assistant III acts as a liaison between employees and the organization, necessitating tact, discretion, and excellent communication skills. Additional duties may include identifying potential issues, assisting with grievance procedures, and maintaining accurate documentation to mitigate company risk.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Recruitment and Placement:
- Interview job applicants to assess qualifications and suitability for specific roles.
- Conduct reference checks to gather additional information on candidates.
- Recommend candidate placement for well-defined positions based on interviews and references.
Documentation and Compliance:
- Document employee-related information accurately and thoroughly.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Assist with maintaining personnel records and files.
- Recommendations and Analysis:
- Provide recommendations to HR professionals on job classifications, wage rates, and employee salaries.
- Analyze data and reports to support HR decision-making processes.
- Administrative Support:
- Utilize computer software for organizational and reporting purposes.
- Perform clerical tasks as needed, such as filing, data entry, and scheduling.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a human resources or administrative role.
Skills:
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion.
- Familiarity with HR laws and regulations.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Experience:
- Leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Hyattsville, MD 20785 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Hyattsville, MD 20785: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person