What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Assistant position at Worcester Housing Authority?
The Worcester Housing Authority is excited to add a Human Resources Assistant to our growing HR department! This new team member will play an integral, supporting role by helping drive the successful completion of all HR-related tasks big and small.
If you are interested in joining a fast-paced nonprofit organization and launching your HR career, this position is for you. As a HR Assistant, you will gain valuable experience touching all facets of HR working independently and as a valued team member.
This position is a full-time, benefits-eligible, in-office role Monday-Friday, 37.5 hours per week.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Type correspondence and prepare reports and other HR related documentation.
- Support the maintenance and upkeep of personnel files and records.
- Handle sensitive information that may be purposed for internal, external, public, or confidential measures.
- Support reconciliation of weekly payroll against daily attendance records.
- Reconcile accrual reports against individual employee records.
- Maintain employee records and processes employee requests.
- Handle the dissemination of job postings, receive and log job applications, and coordinate interview scheduling.
- Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new hires and transfers and process related documentation.
- Requisition department office supplies and forms to maintain adequate inventory.
- Obtain service for office equipment when needed.
- Deliver outstanding customer service to agency staff, visitors, and callers, ensuring a positive and professional experience to all.
- Maintain confidentiality and integrity in line with the WHA’s mission and core values.
- Assist with departmental special projects and tasks, as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- A completed 4-year bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Management, or Psychology is preferred; a 2-year associate’s degree plus relevant internship or office work experience will be considered.
- Some HR experience is strongly preferred, but not required.
- Must be coachable, inquisitive, adaptable, driven, and eager to learn.
- Must have strong computer skills, familiarity with Microsoft Office, and demonstrate proficiency with telephone and email etiquette.
- Able to maintain confidential information and provide for the security of sensitive documentation.
- Should have strong customer service and interpersonal skills, the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and feel comfortable working in a busy office environment.
- Ability to speak Spanish is preferred, but not required.
- Ability to work well independently and to self-prioritize work based around deadlines.
- Must be reliable and available for work during normal office hours, 8AM-4:30pm Monday-Friday.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $24
