HR Assistant

Overview

Human Resources Assistant

Salary Range: $22.83 To $24.70 Annually

Clay County is seeking a detail-oriented and highly professional Human Resources Assistant to provide essential administrative and clerical support to our Human Resources Department. This role operates in a highly confidential capacity, performing work of moderate difficulty within public sector human resources, payroll, benefits administration, wellness, and risk management.

The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver dedicated to providing exemplary customer service to our employees while maintaining the highest standards of integrity.

• Create, compose, and edit complex correspondence, memoranda, charts, and reports; ensure all materials are accurate and complete.
• Serve as the first point of contact for the HR Department, managing phone inquiries and greeting guests with professionalism.
• Provide guidance to new and existing employees regarding HR questions and concerns.
• Plan and execute health-related activities, including health screenings, nutrition programs, seminars, and annual health fairs.
• Develop initiatives to improve employee mental, emotional, and physical health, prioritizing overall wellness and ROI.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills; ability to speak, read, and understand English fluently.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe, Survey Monkey, Canva and database management.
• Demonstrated empathy, initiative, and adaptability in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize duties, and work independently without direct supervision.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to make sound business decisions.

• High school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by specialized coursework in office practices, accounting, or bookkeeping.
• 1–3 years of increasingly responsible experience in Human Resources or a related field.
• A reputation for honesty and trustworthiness; must pass a background check
• Valid state driver’s license.

• Prior experience in public sector employment or government HR.
• Proficiency with ADP software.

Clay County offers a collaborative and professional work environment dedicated to serving the citizens of Missouri. The employee benefits package includes two defined benefit retirement plans fully funded by the County and a deferred-compensation plan with a match on the first 4% contributed. We also offer three medical plans including two high deductible plans, dental, vision, two flexible spending accounts, and supplemental plans.

Full-time employees are also offered life insurance (2X annual salary) paid by the County, paid vacation/sick leave, 14 paid holidays, LTD and tuition reimbursement.

Clay County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis.