What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Assistant for Human Resources Department position at Lawyer Excavation, Inc.?
Job Title: Office Assistant – Human Resources
Location: Seymour, IN
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Office Manager
About Us:
Lawyer Excavation Inc. is a support to our community and others around us and we apply family values in our day to day lives. Our work consists of utility work, site development, and infrastructure systems. If you are a person that values a wholesome and family-oriented environment and are a person that wants to have a career where you can grow yourself as well as work with a group of people that are dedicated to excellence, then we are the company for you.
Why Join Us:
- Competitive salary and benefits package, including holiday pay, health insurance, 401K, paid vacation.
- We ae a family owned and run company with family values.
- Collaborative and supportive team culture.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Position Summary:
The Office Assistant provides administrative and staffing support for our company. You play a key role in helping our team members from recruitment to departure. This includes recruiting and retention, facilitating training, administering systems, and supporting benefits administration and data requests. Responsible for assisting the Office Manager in Compensation and Benefits Administration, Recruitment, Compliance, Payroll and general employment related duties. Additionally, the Office Assistant will engage with our team members to understand and continuously improve employee relations. Our ideal candidate is customer-service oriented, possesses excellent communication skills, has a professional appearance and a positive, can-do attitude.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with recruitment efforts, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding of candidates.
- Conduct orientation training on standard company policies, procedures and systems.
- Prepare and maintain employee files, ensuring data integrity in the computer system.
- Assist with writing and editing position descriptions and online job postings.
- Provide a visible presence acting as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries, ensuring prompt and effective resolution.
- Assist supervisors to resolve personnel concerns by conducting investigations, documenting findings, and following up with involved parties to close out issues.
- Help to improve company culture and create community.
- Assist in the performance review process, ensuring evaluations are completed on time and effectively.
- Provide support to supervisors on employee relations matters, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution.
- Assist in documenting disciplinary processes, in conjunction with supervisors and Office Manager.
- Support training needs and collaborate with department heads to provide employee development programs.
- Assist team members with time tracking and perform payroll support.
Required Qualifications:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Valid driver’s license with good driving record; must provide own transportation to work site each day (having your own vehicle is essential).
- Demonstrated experience interacting and building credibility with all levels of the organization, from entry level to senior leaders.
- Collaborative approach and comfortable training and leading.
- Positive attitude and professional appearance.
- Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- The desire and ability to be a change agent focused on continuous improvement.
- Assertiveness, resourcefulness and flexibility is needed as we continue to grow our company and processes.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
- Certificate in human resources studies and/or human resources and payroll experience preferred.
- Familiarity with Office Administration in Construction, Excavation, or Trucking industry desirable.
- Experience with Foundation Construction Accounting software program preferred.
How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your relevant experience to Lawyer Excavation Inc or visit our web site and apply. Lawyer Excavation Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $18.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18
