Part-Time Human Resources Assistant

HR Assistant Position

Penn State Human Resources is seeking temporary HR Assistants to assist our HR Data & Onboarding team.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn Workday and gain exposure to Human Resources processes. This position will work up to 40 hours a week and will support either HR Shared Services functions.

Responsibilities may include:

• Administer employee onboarding activities
• Collecting, coordinating, and processing appropriate employment documentation
• Provide excellent customer service via telephone and email
• Process monthly transactions related to payroll
• Other duties as assigned

The successful candidate must demonstrate sensitivity in handling confidential information; attention to detail; commitment to handling questions and concerns with speed, accuracy, and professionalism; and sound judgment and discretion in referring inquiries to other HR staff members or units.

Typically requires a High School diploma or higher plus one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.