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HR Assistant

Neighborhood Health
Full-time
On-site
Alexandria, Virginia, United States
HR Entry Level
 

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: The Human Resource Assistant will perform administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the organizations human resource department.

 

Demonstrates a sincere dedication and loyalty to the philosophy and mission of Neighborhood Health.

 

DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: (Essential Functions: Duties and responsibilities noted with bullets are considered to be the essential functions of the job)

 

  • Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation.
  • Answers frequently asked questions from applicants, employees and supervisors relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management.
  • Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files and records.
  • Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately.
  • Ensures compliance with the requirements from government agencies, grants and other organizations are followed in the gathering, recording and filing of documents
  • Provides clerical support to the HR department.
  • Coordinates interviews. 
  • Acts as a liaison between the organization and external benefits providers and vendors, which may include health, disability, and retirement plan providers.
  • Coordinates onboarding with department managers.
  • Conducts or assists with new hire orientation.
  • Assists with planning and execution of special events such as benefits enrollment, organization-wide meetings, employee recognition events and holiday parties.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

 

OTHER DUTIES:

  • Prepare and maintain special internal and external reports as requested by Supervisor and/or Department Head.
  • Assist with developing, coordinating and recommending changes for the improvement of workflow in the program or section area.  
  • May be assigned to various project roles to advance the development of the department and support ad hoc needs.
  • Able to work under minimal supervision.
  • Employee will be asked to perform additional duties and take on other responsibilities. 

 

QUALIFICATION/EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: 

 

  • Bachelor’s degree, one or two years of experience in an HR setting preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
  • Experience working in a diverse organization.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
  • Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn human resource information system (HRIS), and similar applications.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced and changing environment.
  
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