Human Resources Assistant

Waldemar S. Nelson & Co., Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary &

AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick &

Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Job summary

Waldemar S. Nelson & Co., Inc. in New Orleans seeks a diligent Human Resources Assistant to support day-to-day HR operations and administrative tasks.

The role involves handling employee requests, onboarding, and maintaining records with accuracy. The ideal candidate is organized, discreet, and proficient with MS Office. Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are essential.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with HR functions and best practices.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Excellent organization and multitasking abilities.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties.
• Providing clerical and administrative support to the HR department.
• Handling employee requests regarding HR issues, rules, and regulations.
• Conducting initial orientation to newly hired employees.

Skills

HR knowledge

Confidentiality

Organizational skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

High school diploma

HR Management education (plus)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a dedicated Human Resources Assistant to support our HR department in various administrative tasks and functions. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and possess excellent communication skills. As an HR Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring our HR processes run smoothly and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties
• Providing clerical and administrative support to the HR department
• Dealing with employee requests regarding HR issues, rules, and regulations
• Conducting initial orientation to newly hired employees

Requirements

• Some knowledge of HR functions and best practices
• Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education in Human Resource Management or relevant field is a plus

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability