Find & Apply For Human Resources Assistant Jobs in Morristown, New Jersey

Essential Functions:

Payroll

• Conducts full-cycle "in house" biweekly payroll processing using Primepoint (HRIS software), ensuring the accuracy of time records, rates of pay (hourly and yearly), overtime, tax withholdings, one-time payments, garnishments, child support, deductions (health, pension, TSA, union dues, etc.)
• Prepares biweekly payroll reports, processes and files quarterly and year end required state and federal reporting
• Ensures compliance with federal and state laws and regulations governing proper payroll requirements
• Completes state mandated labor statistic reports as required
• Analyzes and resolves payroll issues and responds to employee inquiries
• Communicates any employee time record issues with appropriate department timekeepers
• Maintains accurate control of employee time accrual balances
• Verifies annual time balances in accordance with collective bargaining agreements and policies Human Resources
• Assists in the new hire process by reviewing and tracking document submissions by applicants
• Assists in the employment background reference verification and fingerprinting, required as part of the new hire process
• Assists in scheduling new hires for a post offer pre-employment medical exam
• Provides approved candidates with appropriate new hire/rehire forms and policies and collects and reviews the documentation
• Creates new employee profiles and maintains accurate employee data in Primepoint
• Provides hiring managers with 30/60/90-day evaluation forms
• Sends Medical Leave/Disability Request forms out to employees per Disability Policy
• Distributes information regarding evaluations to Directors semi-annually
• Receives and delivers various verbal and written directions
• Answers the telephones and responds to questions within the scope of his/her position and refers calls to the Manager of Human Resources or another appropriate individual when necessary
• Researches answers to requests and employee concerns
• Maintains record retention files for the department
• Updates and maintains personnel files
• Completes employment verification and documentation forms

Other Functions:

• Ensures the confidentiality of Payroll and Human Resources Information
• Assists in the process of hiring/onboarding of new hires/re-hires (full/part time, seasonal), including new hire orientation
• Assists in the training and supervision of part-time staff working in the HR department
• Prepares and posts internal job postings as required by collective bargaining agreements
• Maintains seniority lists, emergency contact information, and organization charts
• Completes state mandated labor statistic reports as required
• Coordinates annual safety awards program along with the Manager of Safety and Compliance
• Prepares Medicare Part B reimbursements for Retirees on an annual basis
• Plan, schedule, & coordinate employee activities
• Completes other tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate or Associates degree from an accredited institution of higher learning in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Studies & Employee Relations or related field
• Three years of experience, preferably with two years in a human resource/payroll capacity for a public employer; with hands-on use of personal computer and applications with proficiency in Microsoft Office Products, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook
• Must have HRIS software knowledge, preferably Primepoint
• Experience with collective bargaining units preferred
• Ability to comprehend established office routines and rules and regulations of complexity and to organize assigned work and develop effective work methods accurately with a high level of attention to detail
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal, written print and electronic form, to compose routine letters, memos, transmittals, e-mails and similar correspondence to park staff, managers, directors, and regulatory personnel
• Possession of a valid New Jersey Driver's License
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Experience:

Payroll management: 3 years (Preferred) Human resources: 3 years (Preferred)

New Jersey Public Employment:

3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

SHRM Certified Professional (Preferred) Professional In Human Resources (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person