Human Resources Assistant

ASRT, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Assistant to join their team in Atlanta. In this part-time role, you'll support the HR department by managing benefits enrollments, assisting with employee inquiries, and ensuring compliance with FMLA and ADA regulations. Your attention to detail and excellent communication skills will be vital as you handle sensitive information and support a diverse workforce. This position offers an opportunity to grow your HR expertise in a collaborative environment while contributing to the well-being of employees. If you're passionate about HR and looking for a rewarding challenge, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 3 years of office experience, 2 years in HR/benefits administration preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of benefits enrollments and process life status changes.
• Assist employees with benefits inquiries and administer leave requests.

Skills

Knowledge of employee benefits

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Typing speed (40 wpm)

Education

Associate's degree in a related field

Tools

Paylocity (HRIS)

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

JOB TITLE: Human Resources Assistant

POSITION NUMBER: 2501-CORP-HRA

POSITION LOCATION: Atlanta, GA, USA

ANTICIPATED START DATE: Two weeks after candidate identification

ASRT, Inc. provides scientific, information management, management consulting, bioinformatics, and administrative program support to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other Federal and private sector clients. The successful candidate will be a part-time employee of ASRT, Inc. assigned to work in the Corporate office in Atlanta, GA.

SCOPE OF WORK

The Human Resources Assistant will carry out administrative duties and provide support to the company's Human Resources Department.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures the accuracy of all benefits enrollments in the HRIS to provide carriers with accurate eligibility information.
• Enrolls employees with carriers and process life status changes.
• Performs quality checks of benefits-related data.
• Assists employees regarding benefits claim issues and plan changes.
• Responds to benefits inquiries from managers and employees on plan provisions, benefits enrollments, status changes and other general inquiries.
• Processes and administers all leave-of-absence requests and disability paperwork: medical, personal, disability and FMLA.
• Effectively interprets FMLA and ADA implications as they relate to leaves of absences/disabilities.
• Responds to 401(k) inquiries from managers and employees relating to enrollments, plan changes and contribution amounts.
• Assists with the open enrollment process.
• Administers the tuition reimbursement program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Associate's degree in a related field is required.
• Three years of office experience is preferred, with at least two years in Human Resources and/or benefits administration highly preferred.

Required:

• Extensive knowledge of employee benefits and applicable laws.
• Experience with handling employee enrollments, life status changes, and claim issues.
• Prior Applicant Tracking System/HRIS experience, specifically Paylocity.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• General knowledge of employment laws and best practices.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with professionalism, and diplomacy.
• Ability to type at least 40 words per minute.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficient with or the ability to quickly learn Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), and similar computer applications.

Desirable:

• 2+ years in Human Resources.
• Familiarity with FMLA and ADA procedures.
• Experience with reporting and auditing benefits-related data.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

Language Skills:

• The candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

REQUIREMENT: Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident or have authorization for employment in the United States.

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply for this position:

• If you are viewing this position on the ASRT Career page, please click on the "Apply" button.
• If you are viewing this position on a site other than the ASRT Career page, you may use the "click to apply" link, or you may apply by visiting our Career page and searching for the job title and position number listed at the top of this job posting.
• To view all of our open positions and to apply to job openings in which you may be interested, please visit our Career page at https://www.asrtinc.com/careers.

ASRT, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. It is the policy of ASRT, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law, and to take affirmative action in accordance with applicable laws and Executive Orders.