Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Assistant

Support people, processes, and a mission that matters.

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa is seeking an organized, detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to support the daily work of our Human Resources team. This role provides hands-on experience in recruiting, onboarding, training coordination, recordkeeping, and HR administration.

This is a great opportunity for someone interested in Human Resources who enjoys staying organized, supporting people, and contributing to a mission-driven organization. Whether your background includes HR, administrative support, or business, this role offers the opportunity to use your skills while continuing to learn and grow.

Schedule

• 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• On-site position

About the Animal Rescue League of Iowa

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa is Iowa's largest nonprofit animal welfare organization, helping animals and the people who love them through sheltering, adoption, veterinary care, animal services, community programs, and pet support resources. Across multiple locations and programs in the Des Moines metro, the ARL works every day to provide compassionate care, practical support, and trusted resources for animals and families in our community.

What You'll Do

• Support recruiting by posting open positions, scheduling interviews, communicating with candidates, and assisting with hiring events.
• Help coordinate new employee onboarding, orientation, and employment paperwork.
• Maintain employee records and enter information accurately into HRIS systems.
• Assist with training coordination, tracking, and recordkeeping.
• Provide administrative support for HR projects, employee engagement efforts, and day-to-day department needs.
• Handle confidential employee information with professionalism and discretion.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Education or coursework in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field preferred, but not required.
• Previous experience in HR, administrative support, or a related role required.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and comfort learning HRIS systems.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, and genuine interest in supporting employees and the organizational needs.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

The ARL is proud to offer competitive, market-driven compensation and a mission-focused culture. In addition, a variety of benefits are available to full-time employees including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability and basic life insurance
• Supplemental insurances, including short-term disability, supplemental life insurance, accident, and critical illness insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with an employer contribution
• Veterinary benefits
• Work-life balance through our expansive holiday and paid time off policies

Physical and Work Environment Requirements

This position requires prolonged periods of sitting and computer-based work, occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds, and the ability to work in an environment where animals and allergens such as pet dander, dust, and airborne particles may be present.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Why Join the ARL?

As a Human Resources Assistant, you will gain practical HR experience while supporting the employees who carry out the ARL's mission every day. This role offers exposure to multiple areas of Human Resources and provides a strong opportunity to continue building your skills.

If you are organized, dependable, and excited to support people in a mission-driven environment, we would love to have you join our team.

Employment in this position is at-will, meaning either the employee or the ARL may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, as permitted by law.

The Animal Rescue League of Iowa is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state law. Applicants and employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations as needed.