Employee Relations Assistant (Temp) Position Available In DeKalb, Georgia

Employee Relations Assistant (Temp)
Perimeter College
in Atlanta, GA

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Full-Time

Salary:

$25.00 / hour

Posted:

05/23/2025

Category:

Human Resources Description:

Employee Relations Assistant (Temp) Human Resources Administration Georgia State University Human Resources Administration fosters a workplace where employees are supported to work together and thrive. We ensure Georgia State’s unparalleled success by securing the best workforce talent and connecting employees with outstanding benefits. Once employed we support our faculty, staff, and student employees to engage, learn, develop, and grow – professionally and personally. The Human Resources Administration at Georgia State University is seeking to hire an Employee Relations Assistant (Temp) to provide support to the Employee Relations team.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

Flexible work environment.
A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO

The Employee Relations Assistant (Temp) provides vital administrative support to the Employee Relations team, helping to maintain an organized, professional, and responsive work environment. This position plays a key role in ensuring smooth daily operations by assisting with scheduling meetings (as needed), organizing electronic files, maintaining updated templates, greeting and coordinating with guests, and supporting the team in a wide range of administrative needs. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, professional, and capable of handling confidential information with discretion.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

Front Office & Guest Support
Serve as the first point of contact for the Employee Relations team by answering phone calls and directing inquiries appropriately.
Greet guests and schedule them to meet with appropriate team members in a timely and professional manner.
Manage the office calendar for appointments, meetings, and interviews as needed.
Administrative & Scheduling Support
Coordinate internal and external meeting requests, room reservations, and scheduling needs for the team.
Assist with the preparation and routing of documents and forms.
File Management & Process Support
Organize and maintain electronic filing systems to ensure documents are accurate, secure, and easy to retrieve.
Support efforts to review and update existing templates, forms, and procedural documents.
Help maintain shared team folders, standard operating procedures, and internal process documentation.
Team Operations & Special Projects
Coordinate logistics for training sessions, workshops, or other events hosted by the department.
Provide administrative assistance on special projects as assigned.

Disclaimer:

This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee’s direct supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree and three years of experience in an administrative support role; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Requirements:

Associate’s degree preferred, especially in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field.
Experience within Human Resources, Employee relations, or a higher education setting is preferred, but not required.
Prior experience in an administrative support role, ideally within Human Resources or higher education.
Familiarity with organizing digital files and updating templates or internal documentation.
Experience using office scheduling or calendar systems (e.g., Microsoft Outlook, Teams).

Additional Preferred Requirements:

Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive personnel information.
Strong administrative and organizational skills, including scheduling, file management, and document handling.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Outlook (for scheduling), Word (for documentation), Excel (for basic tracking/logs), and Teams/SharePoint/OneDrive (for team collaboration and digital file management).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with employees, leadership, and external visitors.
Customer service orientation, with a courteous and helpful approach when managing front desk or guest interactions.
Self-starter with follow-through, able to complete tasks independently and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with standard office procedures and experience managing calendars, forms, and documents.

Required Skills and Qualities:

Strong Organizational Skills:

Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain detailed records, and keep the team’s operations running smoothly.

Discretion and Confidentiality:

Must handle sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism.

Proactive Attitude:

Takes initiative and follows through on tasks without constant oversight.

Strong Communication Skills:

Clear and professional in both verbal and written communication.

Customer Service Orientation:

Friendly, patient, and helpful when working with employees, leaders, and guests.

Tech-Savvy:

Comfortable working in systems like Microsoft Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and file storage platforms like OneDrive or SharePoint.

Team Player:

Willing to pitch in wherever needed to support the success of the team.

Department:

Human Resources Administration /

Employee Relations Location:

Atlanta Campus Shift:

8:30 AM – 5:15 PM | Monday –

Friday Salary:

$25.00 / hour

Pay Grade:

Temp FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Job Type:

Temporary Work Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:
A complete and accurate GSU application
Resume

Georgia State University Values:

COMMUNITY

Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university,

IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING:

Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility,

TRANSFORMATION:

Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better place

INTEGRITY

Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources,

EXCELLENCE:

Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC

INNOVATION

Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents

USG Core Value Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Georgia State prohibits discrimination, including discriminatory harassment, on the basis of race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status in its programs, activities, employment, and admissions., This prohibition applies to faculty, staff, students, and all other members of the Georgia State community, including affiliates, invitees, and guests.

Further, Georgia State prohibits citizenship status, immigration status, and national origin discrimination in hiring, firing, and recruitment, except where such restrictions are required in order to comply with law,, regulation, executive order, or Attorney General directive, or where they are required by Federal, State, or local government contract.

Background Check:

Successful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record.

Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime:

Georgia State University is committed to its students’ and employees’ safety and security.

It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office. Please note, Georgia State University’s career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires. Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
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