Human Resource Assistant

Job Overview

Responsible for performing administrative support to the Human Resources Department and providing employee support to staff. Assists the Director with record management, recruitment and retention, employee actions, benefits, discipline/grievance and appeals and other duties as needed.

• Demonstrate reliable and punctual attendance.
• Perform specialized office support in relation to Human Resources.
• Coordinate a variety of departmental functions pertaining to recruiting, benefits, classification, compensation, training, personnel policy and data management.
• Research potential new hires employment history, references and assist with background process.
• On-board new employees, administering orientation and new hire paperwork.
• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and best practices; review policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Use good judgment and provide information to public and staff, explaining and interpreting policy.
• Maintain and audit personnel files and purge documents according to records retention regulations.
• Create databases and spreadsheets to track employee hire dates, actions, leave and performance evaluations, and due dates for background and driver license updates.
• Type correspondence and forms for offer letters, interviews, discipline, benefits etc.
• Help Create And Process Job Description s.
• Update Human Resources information in the Walker River Paiute Tribes website.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries, address concerns, and promote a positive workplace culture.
• Attend and participate in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
• Assist the HR Director in policy formulation, hiring and salary administration.
• Manage and coordinate schedules for the HR department, including meetings and events.
• Screens phone calls and visitors and processes mail.
• Attend job fairs, training, and meetings as needed.