HR Assistant

HR AssistantCollege Point, NY 11356OverviewSalary Range $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary/year Position Type Full Time Job Shift DayDescriptionPosition Summary The HR Assistant supports the Human Resources department in daily administrative and operational functions, including onboarding, employee record maintenance, compliance documentation, learning & development and recruitment. This role requires strong organizational skills, discretion with confidential information, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced nonprofit environment.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport new hire onboarding, including preparing orientation materials and processing required documentationMaintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in compliance with agency policy and regulatory requirements (e.g., OPWDD, Justice Center)Assist with tracking training compliance (e.g., SCIP-R, AMAP, CPR/First Aid)Respond to routine employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, employment verifications and proceduresSupport benefits administration tasks, including enrollment processing and updatesAssist with preparation of HR reports, correspondence, and documentation as neededMaintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and organizational informationProvide general administrative support to the HR team, including filing, data entry, and schedulingQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred1+ years of administrative or HR-related experience preferredProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with HRIS/applicant tracking systems (e.g., Paycom) a plusStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to handle confidential information with discretionExperience in a nonprofit or human services setting preferred