HR Assistant Position Available In Erie, New York

HR Assistant
Williamsville, NY Williamsville, NY 14221

Posted:

06/13/2025

Job Types:

Permanent

Industry:

HR Assistant

Job Number:

101160

Pay Rate:

$18-20 per hour
Job Description
Selective Staffing Solutions is growing, and we’re excited to add an outgoing and professional HR Assistant/Receptionist to our team! As a locally owned and operated staffing agency serving Western New York for over 15 years, we take pride in connecting top talent with leading employers in the area. Our team of experienced staffing specialists is passionate about creating successful matches that benefit both our clients and candidates.
We foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration, knowing that our clients are best served when we work together. We’re seeking driven, experienced team members who are motivated by a strong desire to succeed and make a meaningful impact.

Summary:

The HR Assistant/Receptionist will support a variety of HR functions by collaborating with the HR team to complete processes that provide support to management and employees. Accountable for data entry, record-keeping, and file maintenance in addition to providing HR customer service.
Essential Functions
Perform customer service functions by answering employee requests and questions in person, via phone and email.
Input documentation into applicable systems and create employee profiles for all incoming hires, modify profiles when changes need to be completed and process separations.
Work closely with peers in HR department to ensure a quick turnaround of information and documentation to meet deadlines and objectives.
Coordinate with candidates to obtain and verify all required paperwork is complete and correct prior to hire.
Participate in conducting orientation for new employees.
File and maintain employee documents in personnel files.
Track status of and follow up with candidates, keep hiring managers up to date on candidate status.
Complete candidate reference and process background checks. Support employment verification process
Assist in recruiting process.
Perform other duties as assigned or as business needs dictate.
Skills
Highest level of integrity, ethics & confidentiality
Excellent communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Adaptable, open to change & able to easily adjust to changing priorities.
Possessing an acute sense of urgency and ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite & HR programs
Emotional Intelligence & strong interpersonal skills
Creative problem-solving focused on solutions & results

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
PTO

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday

Work Location:

In person
Job Requirements
Education and Experience
Associate degree or comparable clerical experience
Minimum of 1 year of front desk/receptionist experience.
Knowledge and understanding of general HR business processes and policies.