Human Resources Assistant

HR AssistantThe HR Assistant provides broad, hands-on support across the HR Operations function, working closely with the HR Generalist to process employee data changes, maintain compliance documentation, and will help support recruiting, benefits, payroll-adjacent, and reporting tasks. This role is designed as a growth position: the HR Assistant will be cross-trained across the full scope of the HR Generalist role, with the intent of building the knowledge and readiness to step into that role in the future.Key ResponsibilitiesEmployee Data & RecordsProcess employee data changes in ADP (address, department, status, pay/position updates)Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee files and documentation.Compliance & ReportingAssist with building and processing federal and state required reports.Support unemployment administration tasks (claims documentation, responses, tracking).Help maintain compliance documentation and audit-readiness across employee records.Benefits & Retirement SupportProvide administrative support for 401(k) plan administration tasks as needed.Assist with benefits-related administrative tasks as needed, in coordination with the Benefits & Leave Administrator.General HR Operations & Customer ServiceServe as a front-line point of contact for employee questions, directing or resolving routine HR inquiries to support faster turnaround and better service to employees.Support the HR team with day-to-day administrative and transactional processing needs.Assist with special projects and process improvements as assigned.Help maintain HR department files, templates, and recurring reporting.Growth PathThis role is the first step in a planned progression toward HR Generalist. As the HR Assistant demonstrates proficiency, responsibilities will expand toward full ownership of the HR Generalist scope (employee data changes, ADP/system administration, compliance documentation, federal/state reporting, unemployment administration), preparing for a future transition into that role.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in HR, business, or related field a plus.No prior HR experience required — entry-level role; strong attention to detail, discretion with confidential information, and a service mindset are the priority.Comfortable learning HRIS/payroll systems (ADP experience a plus, not required).Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple transactional tasks with accuracy and timeliness.Clear, professional communication with employees at all levels.