HR Assistant Position Available In Fayette, Tennessee

HR Assistant 2.9 2.9 out of 5 stars Somerville, TN 38068

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, performs a variety of responsible and complex technical and administrative duties relating to personnel functions and programs in the areas of benefits administration, classification and compensation, and employee relations; provides information and assistance to employees regarding human resources activities, process, policies, and procedures; prepares various correspondence; performs a variety of tasks requiring specialized knowledge related to area of assignment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Perform a wide variety of responsible clerical, technical, administrative, and office duties in support of the Human Resources Department. Provide customer service, both in-person and by telephone; screen and direct phone calls; take and relay messages; answer questions from employees regarding human resources issues, rules, and regulations relating to human resource management. Provide general clerical and administrative support to the Human Resources Department; compose and type letters, memoranda, and other correspondence related to assigned human resources programs and activities; prepare a variety of reports including technical reports and status reports pertaining to human resource management programs and activities. Maintain personnel records ensuring timely and accurate recording. Explain employment benefits and general terms and conditions of employment to employees and department representatives; as a backup to the Training Coordinator, conduct initial new employee orientation for purposes of ensuring appropriate completion of payroll and benefits documentation. Research, compile and analyze data for special personnel projects and reports. Perform a variety of general office support duties; make copies; maintain calendar of activities, meetings, and various events for assigned staff; process mail; maintain inventory.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of:

Basic human resources functions and procedures. Office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Methods and techniques of proper phone etiquette. Methods and techniques for basic report preparation and writing. Methods and techniques for record keeping and filing. Customer service and public relations methods and techniques.

Ability to:

Perform a variety of office support and clerical duties and activities of a general and specialized nature in support of the Human Resources Department. Exercise good judgment and maintain confidentiality in maintaining critical and sensitive information, records, and reports. Work under steady pressure with frequent interruptions and a high degree of employee contact by phone or in person. Coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines. Understand and follow instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Work Environment / Physical Demands Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment with extensive employee contact and frequent interruptions. Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office setting; to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight; to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard; and to verbally communicate to exchange information. This position description reflects the current assignment of essential functions, and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time, and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability, or for other reasons.

Job Type:

Full-time Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 – $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Somerville, TN 38068 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Somerville, TN 38068: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person