Human Resources Assistant

Eckerd Connects; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 29,572,000 - 49,285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vacation (9 days)

Paid Holidays (11)

Paid Sick Leave

Retirement plan with employer match

Workers Compensation

AD&D Insurance

PSLF Eligible Employer

Job summary

Eckerd Connects is seeking an HR Assistant at the Laredo Job Corps Center to support personnel, benefits, compensation and employee relations. The role reports to the HR Manager and includes maintaining HR files, processing new hires and terminations, posting positions, and helping with benefits enrollment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, 2 years of HR-related experience preferred, a valid driver’s license preferred, and must pass a drug screen in accordance with policy.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years' related experience in Human Resources preferred.
• Ability to complete all mandated training requirements per government and management directives required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

Responsibilities

• The Human Resources Assistant reports to the Human Resources Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position.
• The Human Resources Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of clerical and administrative duties relating to personnel, benefits, compensation, and employee relations activities
• The Human Resources Assistant maintains up-to-date and organized HR files, e.g., confidential, personnel, medical, training, I-9, driver's license, and insurance paperwork
• Assists with processing paperwork for new hires and terminations, including retirement report and forms when applicable
• Assists with advertising all open positions available on-center with Job Bid Program and off-center resources
• Assists with conducting benefits enrollment and orientation for new employees and informing new employees of available insurance benefits, procedures, etc
• Maintains the chronological training log and individual training records for all employees.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

Our Full-Time Benefits

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
• Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Workers Compensation
• AD&D Insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

Hourly Rate: $17.20

Duties and Responsibilities

• The Human Resources Assistant reports to the Human Resources Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position.
• The Human Resources Assistant is responsible for performing a variety of clerical and administrative duties relating to personnel, benefits, compensation, and employee relations activities
• The Human Resources Assistant maintains up-to-date and organized HR files, e.g., confidential, personnel, medical, training, I-9, driver's license, and insurance paperwork
• Assists with processing paperwork for new hires and terminations, including retirement report and forms when applicable
• Assists with advertising all open positions available on-center with Job Bid Program and off-center resources
• Assists with conducting benefits enrollment and orientation for new employees and informing new employees of available insurance benefits, procedures, etc
• Maintains the chronological training log and individual training records for all employees.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years' related experience in Human Resources preferred.
• Ability to complete all mandated training requirements per government and management directives required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

About our Program

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

Our Program Location

Laredo Job Corps Center

1701 Island Street

Laredo, TX 78041

Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/

Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [e-mail]. Relay Services Dial 711.

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Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.