Sr HR Operations Assistant

Overview

Draper is an independent nonprofit R&D company headquartered in Cambridge, MA. The 2,000+ employees tackle national challenges with solutions in defense, space, biomedical engineering, etc. Our multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists work collaboratively, inspiring cross‑fertilization of ideas necessary for true innovation.

The Sr. Human Resources Assistant works within a dynamic HR team to support day‑to‑day operations, ensuring smooth transitions for new hires, maintaining accurate employment records and acting as a trusted partner to provide guidance and support. The role serves as the primary liaison with recruiting, hiring managers, employees and external applicants.

• Trusted partner with recruiters and business line managers to schedule interviews for prospective candidates.
• Accurately track all candidate and new hire activity within the HCM system (Workday).
• Serve as the primary liaison between external applicants and Draper for all interviews, as well as pre‑ and post‑employment paperwork.
• Initiate, confirm and review background investigation paperwork working directly with our background screening company.
• Create and meticulously maintain applicant records and employee files.
• Assist in coordination of employee onboarding and orientation activities including completion of new hire employment paperwork.
• Process all pre‑employment background and employment eligibility checks by utilizing an external vendor and the USCIS's E‑Verify tool.
• Support departmental leaders in assuring business and employee needs are met efficiently and effectively.
• Provide support to the HR and Recruiting Teams in administering revised processes on an ongoing basis.
• Handle all day‑to‑day HR inquiries with sensitivity and confidentiality.
• Provide additional support to HR team and work on ad hoc assignments as needed.

• Strong interaction and familiarity with HR and Applicant Tracking Systems such as Workday.
• Experience processing data, strong data entry skills required.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities while still effectively achieving set objectives and remaining flexible.
• Collaborative working style.

Associate Degree in relevant field or equivalent experience.

3-5 years of experience supporting HR/Recruiting operations including processing new hires and onboarding new employees.

Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Cambridge, Massachusetts

Draper is committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Draper is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact