Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Assistant Van Buren School District District Administration Office - Van Buren, Arkansas Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5951797 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Oct 06, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities Act as liaison between Arkansas School Board Association and employee to coordinate workers’ compensation claims Coordinate the Family and Medical Leave process (eligibility, notices, payroll, etc.), complying with federal guidelines, and assisting employees with appropriate voluntary benefit claim forms Coordinate the state maternity leave process Complete required payroll items by the monthly deadline, including but not limited to importing attendance and calculating docking District contact for the outside substitute agency and coordinator of the long-term substitute process Assist with the electronic records and applicant tracking system (form creation, workflows, troubleshooting, employee questions, etc.) Complete fingerprinting and assist all new hires and volunteers with the background check process Print district ID badges for new hires and yearly for existing employees Complete all verbal and written employment verifications, professional development verifications, and prior experience verifications Register new certified hires for novice teacher training Administer the ParaPro Assessment for new hires as needed Assist licensed staff with teaching license renewals Update Labor Law notices and distribute them to all locations in the district Assist with creation of staff contract calendars Cover office receptionist for lunch daily and as needed Provide administrative assistance for the offices of Deputy Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent Qualifications High school diploma or GED Clean background check Strong oral and written communication skills Ability to operate office equipment such as a computer, printer, fax machine, and telephone Physical Requirements Be able to sit for long periods of time. Be able to bend, stoop, reach and lift. ( Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Reports to : Assistant Superintendent Contract : A full contract for this position is 240 days. The 2026-2027 employment contract will be prorated based on days worked. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $43,276.80 to $54,412.80 Per Year Job Categories: Administration > Human Resources Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr District Administration Office