Junior HR Generalist / HR Assistant $45K-$55K

Join Our Growing HR Team

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented Junior HR Generalist / Assistant to work alongside our HR Manager. This role is ideal for an early-career HR professional looking to gain experience across multiple areas of human resources, including payroll, benefits administration, recruiting, employee relations, compliance, and HR operations.

As one of two HR team members, you will play a key role in supporting employees and helping the organization maintain efficient and compliant HR practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and administer bi-weekly payroll through Paylocity while ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Manage employee benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), open enrollment, and employee education
• Coordinate recruiting efforts, interview scheduling, candidate communication, and onboarding activities across multiple departments and locations
• Maintain employee records and ensure HRIS data accuracy and integrity
• Administer leave programs, including FMLA, ADA accommodations, and other protected leaves
• Assist with compliance initiatives and ensure adherence to federal, state, and local employment laws
• Support HR audits, reporting, and recordkeeping requirements
• Organize employee engagement activities, recognition programs, and company events
• Identify and implement process improvements to support business growth and operational efficiency
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to employees and managers

Qualifications

Required

• Associate degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered
• 1-3 years of Human Resources experience (internship experience counts)
• Basic understanding of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience working with HRIS systems; Paylocity experience is preferred
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality

Preferred

• Experience processing payroll, benefits, recruiting and/or onboarding
• HR certification (SHRM-CP or PHR) is a plus but not required

What You'll Gain

• Exposure to all core areas of Human Resources
• Opportunity to work closely with HR leadership and business leaders
• Professional growth in a collaborative and supportive environment
• Potential for hybrid work schedule following successful conversion to a permanent employee
• Opportunity for long-term career advancement within the organization

Details

• Location: On-site in Minnetonka
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, standard business hours
• Employment Type: Temp-to-Hire on permanent
• Salary: $45,000-$55,000 annually, depending on experience level

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.