HR Assistant

Brief Description:

Position performs daily administrative and human resource duties. These duties include: assisting with recruiting, employee relations, benefits administration, training, regulatory compliance and overseeing HR events.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists in monitoring performance evaluation program by informing supervisors and tracking those that are overdue.
• Assists in recruitment effort for personnel, administers pre-employment tests, conducts interviews, conducts reference checks, and prepares for new hires.
• Assists adequacy of new hire documentation and conducts New Employee Orientation.
• Assists in the coordination of maintenance of permanent employee records. Updates personnel hard copy files and data in the computer. Protects the privacy and confidentiality of employees.
• Develops and produces a variety of HR reports including employment and attendance reports.
• Assists in maintaining recognition and awards programs and coordinates company parties.
• Inspires and motivates others to perform well and accept feedback from others.
• Makes self available to employees to provide support, feedback and encourage growth.
• Actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of company policy and procedures.
• Knowledge of and proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, HRIS/Sage systems, etc.
• Knowledge of human behavior and motivational factors affecting employee performance and self-esteem.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to perform duties and prioritize duties as workload requires.
• Ability to maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
• Ability to demonstrate flexible and efficient time management skills.

Work Conditions:

• Must be willing to work 40 hours per week.
• All work done primarily in an office environment.
• Must be accepting of interruptions made by employees.
• Must have reliable transportation to allow presence in different business locations.

Education/ Experience:

• 2 year’s previous experience in Human Resources or related field
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities preferred but not required.

Additional Details:

• Contract-to-hire.
• Pay starting at $18/hourly.
• Onsite in Peoria, IL.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Human resources: 2 years (Required)
• Benefits administration: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Peoria, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person