HR Assistant / San Diego / Per Diem (4515612)

PRACTICE; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Metis Practice Solutions in San Diego, CA seeks an HR Assistant to provide administrative support across onboarding, records, recruitment, and payroll coordination. This role helps maintain efficient HR operations and a positive employee experience in a professional services setting.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (associate or bachelor in HR preferred), strong attention to detail, solid communication, and proficiency with Microsoft Office; healthcare industry familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's in HR/Business preferred.
• Knowledge of HR processes and compliance with employment laws.
• Strong attention to detail, communication, and organization.

Responsibilities

• Assist onboarding with packets and orientations.
• Maintain employee records and HRIS data entry.
• Support recruitment by scheduling interviews and candidate communication.
• Assist Payroll/Benefits administrative tasks and open enrollment communication.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Coordinate HR trainings and events.
• Contribute to HR projects and process improvements.

Skills

HR processes

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Independent work

Healthcare industry knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's in HR/Business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Position: Human Resources Assistant

Location: San Diego, CA

Salary Range: $25.00 - $27.00

Classification: Staff, non-exempt. Per Diem

Position Overview:

Metis Practice Solutions is a professional management services organization that values caring, collaboration, and commitment to the independent medical practices in the San Diego community. The HR Assistant will provide administrative support to the Human Resources department. This role is responsible for assisting with day-to-day HR functions, including employee onboarding, file management, recruitment support, and general HR administrative tasks. The HR Assistant will play a key role in maintaining efficient HR operations and ensuring a positive employee experience.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist in the coordination and facilitation of the employee onboarding process, including preparing new hire packets, coordinating orientation sessions, and ensuring all required documentation is completed.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, HRIS data entry, and document management.
• Support the recruitment process by scheduling interviews, assisting with communication to candidates, and facilitating the onboarding process.
• Support the payroll/benefits process by assisting the Payroll/Benefits Administrator assisting with open enrollment activities and with communication to employees.
• Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist in the coordination of training sessions, workshops, and other HR development initiatives.
• Support the planning and execution of HR events, such as employee recognition programs, team-building activities, and company-wide meetings.
• Contribute to various HR projects as assigned, including research, data analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
• Perform other related duties as required to support the HR department and overall company goals.

Qualifications | Competencies & Success Factors

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Knowledge of Human Resources processes
• Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills, and communication abilities.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.
• Familiarity with the healthcare industry is a plus.

Competencies & Success Factors

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• High level of professionalism and customer service orientation.
• Adhere to all company policy and procedures.