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Human Resources Assistant

Progress Industries

This position is primarily based in Newton, IA (approximately 60%), with regular travel to Des Moines office two day per week (approximately 40%).

BASIC FUNCTION

This position will include, but is not limited to, responsibilities such as recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding for both Polk and Jasper counties.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES - HUMAN RESOURCES:

Approximately 75% of this position's responsibilities are focused on recruiting and talent Acquistion (interviewing, hiring, onboarding, background checks, career fairs, etc.), with the remainder dedicated to general HR administration and employee relations.
  • Recruit, interview, screen and perform background checks.
  • Participate in career fairs & partner with colleges for recruitment.
  • Process new employee information.
  • Maintain and audit agency personnel files and monitor corrections.
  • Attend and participate in team meetings.
  • Send intial COBRA notifications to qualified employees upon ineligibility to the plan.
  • Order and keep inventory of Polk supplies (office, bathroom, kitchen, snacks).
  • Perform office tasks, including being at the office Mon-Thursday from 8am-5:00 pm, and Friday 8am-12pm. Handling in-coming and out-going mail.
  • Other duties assigned.
Minimum Requirement:
  • Associates Degree preferred
  • Recruiting experience required.
  • Must maintain high levels of confidentiality.
  • Must have adequate computer skills to complete job duties.
Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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