Human Resources Assistant

Krilla Kaleiwahea, LLC; Hawaii; On-site; USD 71,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

K2 is seeking an HR Assistant to support civilian personnel hiring and onboarding for a DoD mission at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. You will be the go-to expert for hiring managers, driving recruitment workflows and HR operations from end to end, shaping the candidate experience and ensuring smooth onboarding.

The role emphasizes precision, proactivity, and collaboration in a high-stakes environment, with responsibilities that anchor the civilian HR lifecycle and alignment with mission needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications — Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Familiarity with PDF document management tools such as Adobe Acrobat.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief individuals and groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Close attention to detail and strong follow-through on assigned tasks.
• High degree of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive personnel information.

Responsibilities

• Drive civilian personnel recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Serve as the go-to expert for hiring managers and HR operations.
• Manage recruitment workflows and onboarding from end to end.
• Collaborate with HR leadership and incoming talent to move the mission forward.
• Maintain accurate, compliant personnel documentation and records.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective written and verbal comms

Independent and collaborative work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, business admin, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

HRIS / ATS familiarity

Job description

Ford Island, Naval Station Pearl Harbor, HI 96818, USA

Job Type

Full-Time

Workspace

On-Site

About the Role

Full job description Overview K2 is looking for an HR Assistant who takes ownership and gets things done. This role sits at the center of civilian personnel hiring and onboarding operations supporting a DoD mission at JBPHH. You'll be the go-to expert for hiring managers, the engine behind recruitment workflows, and the first face new employees see. If you're precise, proactive, and thrive in a high-stakes environment — this is your seat.

THE MISSION K2 supports world-class DoD teams — and that starts with getting the right people in the door. As an HR Assistant embedded at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, you'll drive civilian personnel recruitment, onboarding, and HR operations from end to end. This isn\'t a back-office role. You\'ll be a subject matter expert and a critical link between hiring managers, HR leadership, and incoming talent. Every action you take moves the mission forward.

• Pay: $71,000.00 - $84,000.00 per year
• Benefits:
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor\'s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications — Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Familiarity with PDF document management tools such as Adobe Acrobat
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to brief individuals and groups
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Close attention to detail and strong follow-through on assigned tasks
• High degree of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive personnel information

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience supporting HR functions in government, defense, higher education, or large enterprise environments
• Professional HR certification such as PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent
• Familiarity with HR information systems (HRIS) or applicant tracking systems (ATS)
• Problem-solving mindset with flexibility to adapt to evolving requirements
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth

About the Company

WHY K2

K2 is an SBA 8(a) certified Native Hawaiian Organization - we don\'t just support the mission, we\'re built around it. Our team works on some of the most consequential defense and government programs in the Pacific and beyond. We invest in high-performers, move fast, and create real opportunity for people who bring excellence to the work. When you join K2, you\'re not filling a seat - you\'re building something that lasts. As an NHO, K2 is committed to creating a legacy of meaningful careers and mission-driven impact for our people and the communities we serve.