HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT

State of Arkansas; Malvern (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public service organization is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support various HR functions, including payroll, recruitment, and employee orientation. This role is vital for maintaining compliance with state and federal laws while ensuring efficient HR operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a deep understanding of human resources principles, as well as the ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering a supportive work environment and making a meaningful impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 4 years of HR experience required.
• Knowledge of HR principles and practices essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain employee files and conduct background checks.
• Assist with payroll and employee benefits inquiries.

Skills

Human Resources Principles

Data Entry

Confidentiality

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Word Processing Software

Spreadsheet Applications

Database Applications

Job description

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Position Number: 22084127
County: Hot Spring
Posting End Date: 5/8/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $32,405.00
Location: Ouachita River Unit - Malvern

The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.

All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.

Position Information

Class Code: R038C

Grade: GS04

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $32,405.00 - $51,686.00

Summary

The Human Resources Assistant is responsible for performing activities related to human resources such as payroll, recruitment, personnel action forms, benefits, and employee orientation. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Maintains current and former employee files in accordance with Federal and State laws and regulations. Conducts pre-employment background checks, including but not limited to reference checks and criminal background checks. Assists employees with benefit issues, provides insurance updates to supervisor and notifications to employees; may processes all insurance benefits transactions. Performs data entry into appropriate databases; prints payroll records as required. Responsible for maintaining a current centrally located employee bulletin board with employee posting requirements. May print and distribute updates to field offices. Prepares job postings for vacancies; processes employment applications and documents and prepares them for qualification review; assembles hiring packets in compliance with hiring procedures and forwards to hiring supervisor for the interview process; schedules applicants for interviews. Assists employees with basic questions about benefits, FMLA, Workers' Compensation, and other human resources/policy issues. Refers complex questions to supervision. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources. Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records. Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and documents. Ability to interpret and apply state and agency/institution polices and procedures governing human resources. Ability to communicate with a diverse group of employees. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters. Ability to work in a technological environment demonstrating proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and data base applications.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma;plus four years of human resources related experience. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.