Human Resources Assistant

Job Description The Human Resources Assistant serves as the primary point of contact for employees and visitors, playing a key role in creating a welcoming and supportive HR experience. This position provides high-level, confidential administrative support across all functional areas of Human Resources, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and professionalism in all interactions. The role is integral to the day-to-day operations of the department and contributes to fostering a collaborative, positive, and service-oriented team environment. Responsibilities Answers questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies and hiring processes; triages and refers more complex questions to appropriate senior level HR staff. Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resources files and records. Serves as primary onboarding responsibilities including meeting, reviewing, and ensuring all onboarding checklist items are accurate and complete. Primary administrative support to the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources, as well as general support to the department. Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resources records, documentation, and employee files. Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately. May assist with data entry into Oracle and benefits administration. May assist with planning and execution of special events such as employee recognition events, celebrations, new hire orientations, etc. Assists with processing of college invoices, department ordering, and employment verifications. Assists with various state and federal reporting requirements and special projects. Perform other related duties as assigned and based on departmental need. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED 1-3 years of experience required, 3-5 years preferred Prior Human Resources experience preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn human resource information system (HRIS), and similar computer applications. About Us Trinity is a highly selective, independent, nonsectarian liberal arts institution located in the capital city of Hartford, Connecticut. The college maintains a rigorous academic profile complemented by a vibrant co-curricular program. With more than 2,100 full-time undergraduate students, representing forty-three states and ninety-one countries, we consider our location in a culturally and socioeconomically diverse capital city to be among Trinity's most distinctive assets; and we cultivate strong connections with our surrounding neighbors and with institutions and organizations throughout Hartford and the region. As a preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives. Trinity College is an independent, nonsectarian liberal arts college for men and women, with approximately 2,200 undergraduate students and 200 faculty members, located in Hartford, Connecticut. Our Mission is "Engage. Connect. Transform." As the preeminent liberal arts college in an urban setting, Trinity College prepares students to be bold, independent thinkers who lead transformative lives. Trinity is an actively engaged community of students, faculty and staff who work together to develop and sustain the intellectual and creative opportunities central to a first-class liberal arts education. Hartford, the state capital, provides many opportunities for cultural and social engagement. The College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, administrative staff, and student body. Trinity is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process. For all faculty positions, completion of the Ph.D. or appropriate equivalent is expected. Candidates should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and interdisciplinary teaching in a liberal arts context, and a well-articulated plan for sustained research. Trinity is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and service.