HR Assistant - Whittier

apartmentRobert Half placeWhittier calendar_month 
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized HR Assistant to join our team on a temporary 8-month assignment in Whittier, CA. The HR Assistant will provide administrative support to the Human Resources department, assisting with onboarding, employee documentation, benefits administration, and general HR operations.

This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and has previous HR administrative experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Onboarding Support: Assist with onboarding new hires, including preparing new hire paperwork, conducting background checks, and scheduling orientations.
  • Employee Records Management: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee files, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor regulations.
  • HR Documentation: Assist in processing employment verifications, employee status changes, and other HR-related documentation.
  • Benefits Coordination: Provide administrative support with benefits enrollment, changes, and resolving employee inquiries.
  • Payroll Assistance: Support the payroll process by ensuring all employee data and timesheets are accurate and submitted on time.
  • Recruitment Support: Assist with job postings, coordinating interviews, and communicating with candidates as needed.
  • General Administrative Support: Answer HR-related inquiries, manage incoming emails and phone calls, and support various HR projects as needed.
  • Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies and California labor laws, keeping HR files and documentation up-to-date.

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
  • On-site position in Whittier, CA.

Duration:

  • Temporary, 8-month assignment with potential for extension or permanent placement based on business needs.

Pay Rate:

  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience.

Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years of experience in an HR administrative support role or similar function.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism.
  • Experience with HRIS systems is a plus.
  • Knowledge of California labor laws is preferred.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
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