HR Assistant

Region 8 ESC; Mount Pleasant (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Northeast Texas Community College in Mount Pleasant, TX is seeking an HR Assistant to provide clerical HR support. The role acts as the initial information point for staff, handling document management and reporting while assisting the HR Department as needed.

The schedule is part-time (30 hours/week) with a Monday–Thursday 8am–6pm and Friday 8am–12pm, or as assigned. Prior HR exposure, organizational skills and discretion are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in HR or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years in a fast-paced clerical role, preferably in HR.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist HR operations, including recruitment and onboarding support.
• Support with compliance for hiring processes, including background checks and I-9 management.
• Complete VOEs and service record requests.
• Update quarterly HR department newsletter.
• Assist employee events such as annual holiday lunch and service awards.
• Coordinate transcript posting for XITRICS reporting.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll, benefits, and personnel information.
• Handle HR purchasing needs and organize files.

Skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

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HR Assistant

Job Details

Job ID: 5911241

Application Deadline: Sep 09, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Sep 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Department: Human Resources

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Status: Part Time/30 hours per week

Grade/Level: Classified

Positions Supervised: N/A

Amount of Travel Required: As Needed

Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday 8am – 6pm, Friday 8am-12pm, fulfilling 30 hours per week, or as assigned by the supervisor

Contract Length: N/A

PURPOSE: The Human Resources Assistant serves as the initial point of information for staff. Duties will include document management and miscellaneous reporting functions for the college, ensuring efficient and effective service to the faculty, staff, and students in all such related activities. They will assist the Department of Human Resources as needed.

Description of Job Duties

• Assist with HR operations, including supporting the Director of HR in recruitment, onboarding, and providing support to employee inquiries
• Manages compliance with all Federal/State regulations regarding hiring and onboarding processes, such as performing background screenings, I-9 completion and management, E-Verify checks, and new hire reporting.
• Complete VOEs and Service Record requests
• Update and issue quarterly Human Resources Department Newsletter
• Assists with employee related events such as annual holiday lunch and service award presentations
• Assists and coordinates with the Director of Institutional Effectiveness to ensure all transcripts are filled and posted for XITRICS reporting
• Maintain confidentiality of all payroll, benefits, personnel, and employment information
• Coordinate ordering supplies, creating purchase orders, and submit receipts for payment for all Human Resource Department purchasing needs
• Organizes, scans, and uploads personnel files and HR documentation
• Provide support for HR projects and initiatives as assigned, including reviewing payroll reports for accuracy
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor

Position Characteristics

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a complex, fast-paced environment with the requirement to manage multiple projects
• Maintains accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality, with strong attention to detail and productivity for efficiently processing, scanning, and organizing high volumes of documents
• Detail-oriented
• Proficient in computer skills
• Software knowledge – Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Works independently but also able to work as a team
• Works closely and cooperatively with faculty and staff
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required
• Strategic, creative, and highly analytical

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a fast-paced, high-volume clerical role, preferably in Human Resources
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and written is required

Reporting Relationships

The Human Resources Specialists will report to the Director of Human Resources.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals.

Posture: Frequent sitting and standing; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds); occasional moderate lifting and carrying (15-50 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Part-time

Salary: $16 to $18 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Clerical

Support Staff > Human Resources

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required