Human Resources Assistant Position Available In Providence, Rhode Island

Human Resources Assistant City of Pawtucket – 3.4 Pawtucket, RI Job Details Full-time $45,000 – $55,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Bilingual Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Outlook Mid-level Microsoft Office Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Attention to detail Human resources SHRM Certified Professional Professional In Human Resources Typing Human Resources Associate’s degree 2 years Communication skills Average typing speed (1-60 WPM)

Full Job Description Human Resources Assistant Department:

Human Resources Work Schedule:

Full-time, on-site

Location:

Pawtucket, RI Summary:

We’re seeking a highly organized and service-oriented Human Resources Assistant to join our dynamic municipal Human Resources Department. In this role, you’ll provide essential administrative and technical support across key HR functions—including customer service, benefits administration, and file management. This position requires discretion, meticulous attention to detail, and a firm understanding of HR procedures, ideally within a unionized, public-sector environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Serve as a primary point of contact for HR-related inquiries from employees, retirees, and the public. Maintain HRIS records, employee files, and confidential documents in accordance with state retention laws. Assist with payroll and personnel transactions, including data entry into HRIS and timekeeping systems. Support benefit enrollment, termination, and changes for health, dental, life insurance, and COBRA. Coordinate billing and payment processing for benefits. Support public safety pension administration in compliance with union contracts and local ordinances. Monitor and manage FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, and IOD programs. Facilitate recruitment, onboarding, and promotional processes for Fire and Police departments. Prepare reports and documentation for audits, employment verifications, APRA requests, and compliance. Coordinate with HR team to complete required monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting. Assist with internal HR inquiries related to policy, benefits, and employee support. Order office supplies and maintain departmental inventory. Perform other HR-related tasks as needed, including applicant screenings, orientation prep, and evaluation tracking.

Required Qualifications:

Associate’s degree and a minimum of 2 years of HR experience OR Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field, and at least 2 years of HR experience Working knowledge of employee benefit programs, including health, dental, wellness, Plan 65, and others Demonstrated attention to detail in the creation and maintenance of mission-critical data records Experience in the public sector or unionized environments preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook) Familiarity with HRIS systems and data confidentiality standards Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

HR certifications (PHR or SHRM-CP) Bilingual skills are a plus Experience with municipal policies, employee benefits, and retirement systems

Additional Requirements:

Valid driver’s license Ability to pass a background check Willingness to sign a confidentiality agreement If you’re detail-oriented, collaborative, and passionate about supporting a professional HR operation, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$45,000.00 – $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift

Work Location:

In person