To perform the Human Resources Assistant job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily. These requirements are representative, but not all-inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and ability required of the company Human Resources Assistant. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Human Resources Assistant Requirements
- Excellent computer skills, including Word and Excel in a Microsoft Windows environment.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- General knowledge of various employment laws and practices.
- Experience in administration of benefits and other HR programs.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Skills in database management and record keeping.
- Able to exhibit a high level of confidentiality.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Must be able to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner.
- Must be able to gather and analyze information skillfully.
Physical Demands of the HR Assistant's Job
These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Human Resources Assistant's job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the Human Resources Assistant's job.
While performing the responsibilities of the Human Resources Assistant's job, the employee is required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers, to handle or feel and to manipulate keys on a keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb or balance, and to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
Work Environment for the HR Assistant's Job
While performing the responsibilities of the Human Resources Assistant's job, these work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the Human Resources Assistant will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Human Resources Assistant's job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
Conclusion
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the Human Resources Assistant's position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position.
Education and Experience
- A Bachelor�s Degree is required.
- One to two years of general business experience, Human Resources experience preferred.
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Human Resources Assistant Job Description Components
- Position Description and Primary Requirements.
- Essential Functions: Department Development, HRIS, Training and Development, Employment, Employee Relations, etc.
- Required Experience, Education, Skills and Working Conditions Described. (You are here.)
