Human Resources Assistant

LHH; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH is seeking an Human Resources Assistant to support a busy recruiting team on the west side of Columbus, OH. The role focuses on assisting driver candidates through the application and pre-employment process, with a strong emphasis on phone communication and follow-up.

The position is a contract role with potential to convert to permanent based on performance and business needs. A friendly, organized individual who can manage multiple follow-ups will thrive here.

Qualifications

• Strong phone and interpersonal communication skills with at least a year of administrative or HR experience.
• Ability to explain steps, answer questions and follow up on outstanding items.
• Detail-oriented and dependable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Reach out to driver candidates by phone to keep them engaged and moving through the hiring process.
• Follow up with applicants regarding drug testing, background checks, and required documentation.
• Help candidates correct missing or inaccurate information and guide next steps.
• Reconnect with individuals who started applications but did not finish.
• Track candidate activity and hiring progress in the company system.
• Collaborate with the recruiting team to resolve candidate issues.

Skills

Phone communication

Interpersonal skills

Administrative experience

HR experience

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Are you someone who enjoys working with people, staying organized, and keeping things moving? We are seeking an Human Resources Assistant to join a busy recruiting team on the west side of Columbus, OH. This role will focus on supporting driver candidates as they work through the application and pre-employment process.

A big part of this position is communication. You’ll spend time each day reaching out to candidates by phone, answering questions, explaining next steps, and following up on outstanding items. We’re looking for someone personable and persistent who is comfortable picking up the phone and helping candidates work through the process.

This is a contract position with the potential to become permanent based on performance and business needs.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Reach out to driver candidates by phone to keep them engaged and moving through the hiring process
• Follow up with applicants regarding drug testing, background checks, employment verification, and required documentation
• Help candidates correct missing or inaccurate information and understand what they need to complete next
• Reconnect with individuals who started an application but did not finish the process
• Track candidate activity and hiring progress within the company’s system
• Work closely with the recruiting team to identify outstanding items and help resolve candidate issues

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong phone and interpersonal communication skills with at least a year of administrative or human resource experience
• A friendly, relatable approach and confidence speaking with candidates throughout the day
• Excellent organization and the ability to keep track of multiple follow-ups at once
• Dependable and reliable with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change
• Good problem-solving skills and the ability to think on your feet during phone conversations

Pay Details: $22.00 to $25.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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