What are the responsibilities and job description for the HR Associate position at WSU Tech?
HR Associate - Engage, Build Trust, and Grow With Us!
At WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values-based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do.
We are looking for an HR Associate who is passionate about employee engagement, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to grow in their HR career. This role offers hands-on experience across multiple HR functions and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibilities as our company expands.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Requirements
Education:
🌟 Career Growth: This role is designed to expand as the company grows—offering pathways to HR leadership, specialization, or strategic HR roles.
🌟 Fast-Paced & Dynamic: Work in an environment where no two days are the same, and your impact is felt company-wide.
🌟 Supportive Culture: Be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values your ideas and professional development.
📩 Ready to Apply? Apply at https://wsutech.edu/jobs
Benefits
https://wsutech.edu/whyhere/
WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At WSU Tech, we are dedicated to promoting quality higher education and leadership in workforce training that supports economic development for a global economy. Our experienced faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve their goals by providing hands-on experience, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized support and guidance. We operate in a values-based culture and strive towards our behaviors in everything we do.
- Compensation: $23.01 /hr
- Worksite Location: Varies
We are looking for an HR Associate who is passionate about employee engagement, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is eager to grow in their HR career. This role offers hands-on experience across multiple HR functions and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibilities as our company expands.
Your day-to-day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Employee Relations & Engagement: Serve as a trusted resource for employees and managers, helping to foster/support an inclusive, high-performing culture
- HR Operations: Support HR processes, including onboarding, benefits administration, compliance, and HRIS data management
- Payroll Input & Processing Support: Enter pay agreements, additional payments, and adjustments each payroll cycle to ensure accurate and timely compensation
- Professional Growth & Development: As the WSU Tech grows, so will your role—providing opportunities to take on projects in talent management, leadership development, or even specialization in a key HR area
- Talent & Performance Management: Assist with recruiting, career development initiatives, and performance management programs
- Policy & Compliance: Ensure policies align with company values and legal requirements while keeping an eye on continuous improvement
- Process & Strategy: Contribute ideas for improving HR processes and employee experiences in a growing organization
- Employee Events & Culture Initiatives: Plan and support employee events, recognition programs, and engagement initiatives that strengthen company culture
Requirements
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field is preferred, OR equivalent HR experience in lieu of a degree.
- SHRM-CP or PHR certification is a plus
- 1-3 yrs experience in human resources or payroll related job duties, inputting payroll changes, managing payroll agreements and general data entyry in to anb HRIS system
- Someone eager to learn, take on new challenges, and advance in their HR career
- A proactive mindset with the ability to assess situations and offer effective solutions
- Experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office is a plus
- Passion for building trust and positive relationships across all levels of the organization
- Strong ability to manage multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy
🌟 Career Growth: This role is designed to expand as the company grows—offering pathways to HR leadership, specialization, or strategic HR roles.
🌟 Fast-Paced & Dynamic: Work in an environment where no two days are the same, and your impact is felt company-wide.
🌟 Supportive Culture: Be part of a collaborative and innovative team that values your ideas and professional development.
📩 Ready to Apply? Apply at https://wsutech.edu/jobs
Benefits
https://wsutech.edu/whyhere/
WSU Tech is committed to inclusive and equitable practices to create an environment and culture where students and employees thrive. We acknowledge that through valuing diverse identities, experiences, talents, and gifts, we excel by fulfilling our mission to create a talent pipeline, establish workforce equity, and improve economic prosperity for our community. WSU Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $23
