HR Assistant

Salary32.97
LocationCockeysville
Job type Temporary
DisciplineAgency
Reference148507

Job description

Position Summary

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and people-focused HR Assistant for 12+ weeks of maternity leave coverage.  This role plays a key part in maintaining accurate employee records, supporting recruitment and onboarding efforts, assisting with payroll, and fostering a positive employee experience. The ideal candidate is organized, dependable, and brings a servant-minded, team-first attitude to their work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain accurate, up-to-date HR and personnel files, ensuring confidentiality and compliance

  • Lead and support new hire orientation, onboarding, and training processes

  • Assist with recruitment efforts, including job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, and hiring documentation

  • Support employee engagement initiatives and internal HR programs

  • Process and support payroll using Paycom, including data entry and verification

  • Complete and maintain I-9 documentation and employment eligibility records

  • Provide general administrative support to the HR team

  • Respond to employee inquiries and assist with HR-related communications

  • Support compliance with company policies, procedures, and employment regulations

Key Accountabilities

  • Personnel record maintenance and data accuracy

  • Recruiting and hiring support

  • Administrative and HR operational support

  • Payroll processing and compliance

Required Qualifications

  • Previous HR or Human Resources-related experience required

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

  • Experience working with HRIS systems (Paycom preferred)

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

  • Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time-management skills

  • Strong problem-solving and multitasking abilities

  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Core Values & Competencies

  • High level of integrity and professionalism

  • Strong sense of teamwork and collaboration

  • Servant-minded approach to supporting employees and leadership

  • Positive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow

Compensation

  • $50,000-$60,000 plus benefits

  • Onsite preferred but open to 2 days remote

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