HR Assistant (Part-Time)

What We Are Looking For:

Don Ayres Honda is excited to welcome a motivated and detail-oriented HR Assistant to our dynamic team! In this role, you'll support our HR department with a variety of tasks, including document management, recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, special projects, audits, and event coordination. 

We're looking for an initiative-driven, self-starter with strong organizational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will also possess executive assistant qualities, such as exceptional attention to detail, the ability to manage multiple priorities, and a knack for anticipating needs and providing proactive support. 

About Don Ayres:

Don Ayres is a premier automotive dealer and service provider, renowned for our dedication to exceptional customer service and top-quality products. We are passionate about supporting our customers and delivering outstanding service at every level.

If you're seeking a rewarding career in the automotive industry, you've come to the right place. Don Ayres Honda has earned the prestigious Honda President’s Award 21 times, recognizing our excellence in sales performance and customer satisfaction.

As one of Indiana’s largest and most successful dealerships, we offer exciting career opportunities for driven, dynamic, and motivated individuals. Are you ready to join us in achieving our mission of providing world-class customer service? If so, we want you on our team.

Scheduled Hours:

• Hourly, Part-time 20-25 hours per week
• Flexible hours between 8am and 6pm, Monday-Friday

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide high-level administrative support and assistance to the HR Team 

• Maintain confidentiality by using discretion in conversations and restricting access to private information; this position will have access to highly confidential information based on the individuals served.   

• Maintain, update, and create role-specific handbooks and HR department documents 

• Assist with recruiting, onboarding, and orientation processes as needed 

• Support the planning and execution of company events  

• Design HR related materials using digital design platforms i.e.: Canva 

• Develop and distribute a monthly company newsletter 

• File and manage employee documents in compliance with company policies 

• Order employee merchandise and track invoices  

• Participate in local career fairs and classroom outreach programs 

• Build and maintain positive relationships with employees across all departments 

• Run reports and compile data in excel and payroll software 

• Coordinate travel arrangements for staff training 

• Additional duties and responsibilities as needed 

Qualifications & Skills: 

• High school diploma or equivalent 

• Professional attitude with strong interpersonal skills 

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality 

• Proficiency in technology, including Microsoft Office 

• Must have demonstrated strong proficiency in Excel  

• Punctual, reliable, and adaptable 

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record 

• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check 

• Basic knowledge of HR processes and best practices preferred but not required 

• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks 

• Problem-solving skills with the ability to recommend solutions 

• Creativity and the ability to think outside the box
• Self-motivated with a passion for helping others 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

Benefits Include:

• Closed on major holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness Club Discount
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Employee discounts
• Fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Supportive, friendly, and positive company culture

Company Culture:

At Don Ayres, our culture is built on a foundation of strong core values that guide everything we do: Integrity, Respect, Friendship, Achievement, Personal Growth, and Community. These values are at the heart of our team-oriented environment and shape how we interact with one another, our customers, and the communities we serve.

We believe that success is built on strong relationships, collaboration, and a positive, supportive work environment. Our team-oriented culture is grounded in mutual respect and a commitment to helping one another grow. We celebrate diversity, creativity, and individual strengths, knowing that each team member plays an integral role in our shared success.

We are a close-knit, friendly group that values open communication, creativity, and teamwork. Whether you’re collaborating across departments, providing the exceptional customer experience, or simply enjoying a lunch break with colleagues, you’ll find that we work hard and have fun doing it.

Employee wellness, both professionally and personally, is important to us, and we support a culture where people feel valued, respected, and empowered.

At Don Ayres, we are more than just coworkers – we are a team. We celebrate each other’s successes and work together to overcome challenges. Our positive, inclusive culture is at the heart of everything we do, and we’re always looking for passionate individuals who can contribute to and enhance this environment.

Any physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Don Ayres Honda is an Equal Opportunity Employer.