Part-Time Seasonal HR Operations Assistant

Position Summary The PT Seasonal HR Operations Assistant provides part-time administrative and operational support to the Human Resources department during peak seasonal months. This role serves as a key backup payroll support resource while assisting with payroll reporting, HRIS maintenance, applicant pre-screening, audits, data entry, and cross-departmental coordination. The position helps ensure continuity of HR operations by supporting time-sensitive payroll processes, maintaining accurate employee data, assisting with compliance reporting, and partnering with departments across the Council to meet seasonal staffing and organizational needs. This is a part-time seasonal position working 12–16 hours per week, typically scheduled on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday, from May through the fall months, with flexibility to remain available for on-call support after the fall season based on departmental needs. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, dependable, and willing to contribute to special projects across the organization as needed. Major Accountabilities Assist with payroll preparation, payroll data validation, and payroll reporting. Support seasonal employee onboarding and applicant pre-screening activities. Perform HRIS data entry, maintenance, and record updates with high accury. Assist Human Resources with audits, compliance reporting, and documentation reviews. Serve as a liaison between HR and other departments to gather missing information, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely follow-up. Support employee file management, electronic document retention, and data integrity. Assist with recruiting coordination and applicant communication as needed. Support seasonal staffing projects, organizational initiatives, and cross-functional administrative tasks. Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and HR metrics as assigned. Maintain confidentiality of employees, payroll, and organizational information. Provide flexible project support across departments as business needs require Perform other duties as assigned. Core Competencies Strong attention to detail Payroll and data accuracy Professional communication skills Confidentiality and discretion Organization and time management Cross-functional collaboration Flexibility and adaptability Strong follow-through Problem-solving mindset Ability to manage multiple priorities Education and/or Work Experience High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required. Previous administrative, payroll, HR, or office support experience preferred. Experience with HRIS systems, payroll reporting, or applicant tracking systems preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, strongly preferred. Schedule & Additional Requirements Part-time seasonal role: 12–16 hours per week. Typical workdays: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. Seasonal schedule: May through Fall. Flexibility to provide on-call support after the fall months based on project needs. Must be willing to support special projects throughout the organization as needed. Must have reliable transportation and the ability to report to the office 1–2 times per week. Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Strong data entry and reporting skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality with payroll and employee data.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a