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Human Resources Assistant Starter Bakery Berkeley, CA Job Details Full-time $24 - $32 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Computer literacy Spreadsheets Administrative experience Business Administration Productivity software Business Associate's degree Office experience Full Job Description Human Resources Assistant About the Role Starter Bakery is seeking an organized, dependable, and people-oriented Human Resources Assistant to provide administrative and day-to-day support to our Human Resources department. This is an entry-level, developmental HR position and a great opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills who is interested in building a career in Human Resources. Working under the direction of the HR Manager, the HR Assistant's primary responsibilities include maintaining employee records and HR-system information, coordinating onboarding and offboarding documentation, supporting timekeeping and payroll information flow, and tracking benefits, leave, training, and policy documentation. The position also provides administrative support for recruitment, employee communications, and other HR processes. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, responsive, comfortable working with employees at all levels, and able to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion. What You'll Do Maintain accurate personnel files, employee records, and HR-system information. Process and maintain documentation related to new hires, terminations, employee status changes, compensation changes, and other employment updates. Prepare and maintain onboarding and offboarding documentation, checklists, and records. Coordinate administrative onboarding requirements with managers and other departments. Support recruitment by coordinating interviews, communicating with candidates and hiring managers, maintaining applicant records, and assisting with offer and pre-employment documentation. Support timekeeping and payroll processes by collecting, reviewing for completeness, and organizing required employee and timekeeping information. Maintain records of employee status, pay, and scheduling changes affecting payroll. Assist with benefits enrollment, employee changes, terminations, and related recordkeeping. Maintain leave documentation, track established deadlines, and provide administrative follow-up. Assist employees with routine HR questions, forms, benefits information, and administrative requests. Schedule and track required employee training and maintain training and policy acknowledgment records. Support the distribution and tracking of employee notices, policies, and HR communications. Prepare routine HR forms, letters, reports, trackers, and other documentation. Support HR audits, compliance tracking, employee programs, and department projects. Maintain confidentiality and appropriately escalate employee concerns or other sensitive matters to the HR Manager. What We're Looking For High school diploma or equivalent. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. Professional written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable interacting with employees at different levels of the organization. Ability to manage multiple assignments, follow established processes, and meet deadlines. Basic proficiency with email, spreadsheets, documents, and electronic systems. Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and willingness to learn. Ability to maintain detailed records and consistently follow through on administrative responsibilities and deadlines. Preferred Qualifications Associate's or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. At least one year of administrative, office, customer service, payroll, recruiting, or HR support experience. Experience in manufacturing, food production, hospitality, retail, or a similar environment. Experience with HRIS, payroll, scheduling, or timekeeping systems. Professional working proficiency in English and Spanish strongly preferred, due to regular communication with employees in both languages. What Will Help You Succeed We are looking for someone who demonstrates: Confidentiality and discretion Strong organization and attention to detail Reliability and follow-through Professional and respectful communication A service-oriented approach to supporting employees Collaboration and teamwork Adaptability Good judgment and understanding of when to escalate questions Initiative and a willingness to learn Growth & Development This is a developmental HR position designed to provide exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources while working closely with the HR Manager. As you develop your knowledge, experience, and capabilities, there may be opportunities to take on greater ownership of HR processes and more complex responsibilities.

Pay:

$24.00 - $32.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person