Human Resources Assistant: Fast-Paced HR Support

San Mateo Union High School District; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

San Mateo Union High School District is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and employee records under the Deputy Superintendent.

The role combines technical HR tasks, data entry in HRIS, document preparation, and coordination with district staff. Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information are essential. This on-site position provides clerical and administrative support across HR functions.

Qualifications

• HR experience required.
• Knowledge of HRIS systems and payroll processing.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee records.
• Experience supporting recruitment and onboarding.

Responsibilities

• Assist HR Generalist with recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Input/update employee demographic data in HRIS and related systems.
• Prepare job postings, contracts, and employment paperwork.
• Support new employee orientations and benefits enrollment.
• Schedule interviews and coordinate testing and orientation.
• Maintain personnel files and generate reports.

Skills

HR experience

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Record-keeping

Communication

Tools

Aeries

HRIS

Frontline Absence Management

MS Excel

Job description

San Mateo Union High School District is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to support recruitment, onboarding, benefits, and employee records under the Deputy Superintendent.

The role combines technical HR tasks, data entry in HRIS, document preparation, and coordination with district staff. Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information are essential. This on-site position provides clerical and administrative support across HR functions.