Human Resources

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Dublin (CA); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

401(k) with company match

Professional development and training

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a professional and organized HR Associate to join our team. You will support recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and compliance while maintaining confidentiality and a positive workplace culture.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, strong communication, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced office setting. This is a full-time, office-based/hybrid position.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of HR, administrative, office support, or related experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of HR principles, employment practices, and labor regulations is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruiting activities: posting openings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new hires.
• Prepare employment-related documents and maintain personnel files.
• Support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.
• Promote a positive and engaging workplace culture.
• Assist with benefits enrollment, changes, and inquiries.
• Maintain accurate HR records and databases.
• Assist with payroll coordination and timekeeping when required.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Generate HR reports and support HR projects.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

HRIS

Payroll systems

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)

Job description

Human Resources (HR) Associate

Job Summary

We are seeking a professional, organized, and people-focused Human Resources Associate to join our team. The HR Associate will support a variety of human resources functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, recordkeeping, compliance, and general HR support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, maintains confidentiality, and is committed to fostering a positive and productive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Assist with recruiting activities, including posting job openings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews.
• Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientation programs.
• Prepare employment-related documents and maintain personnel files.
• Support hiring managers throughout the recruitment process.

Employee Relations

• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions regarding HR policies and procedures.
• Help promote a positive and engaging workplace culture.
• Assist with employee recognition and engagement initiatives.
• Support conflict resolution and employee relations matters as directed.

Benefits & Administration

• Assist with benefits enrollment, employee changes, and benefits-related inquiries.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases.
• Process employment status changes, terminations, and leave requests.
• Assist with payroll coordination and timekeeping administration when required.

Compliance & HR Support

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies.
• Support HR audits and recordkeeping requirements.
• Assist with maintaining employee handbooks, policies, and procedures.
• Generate HR reports and maintain confidential personnel information.
• Provide administrative support for HR projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of human resources, administrative, office support, or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of HR principles, employment practices, and labor regulations is a plus.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with HRIS, payroll, or applicant tracking systems (ATS).
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Customer service-oriented approach to employee support.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, or similar) is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• 401(k) with company match (if applicable).
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Career growth within Human Resources and administration.

Work Environment

• Full-time position.
• Office-based or hybrid work environment.
• Standard business hours, Monday through Friday.
• Collaborative, team-oriented workplace focused on employee success and organizational growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees.