Human Resources Assistant (Worcester) – CLA

MASS LEGAL ASSISTANCE CORP; Worcester (MA); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer-paid contribution

Health insurance for employees and/or

Paid leave (vacation, personal days, S

Job summary

Community Legal Aid (CLA) in Worcester is seeking an HR Assistant to support day-to-day HR activities, assist with onboarding and orientation, and enter records into the HRIS. The role offers either full-time or part-time options and a hybrid work arrangement.

You will help plan CLA's wellness initiatives, coordinate trainings and social events, and collaborate with staff across departments to maintain smooth operations.

Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent experience.
• Prior HR experience strongly preferred.
• Comfortable with technology and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Applications, including Excel.
• Must be patient and flexible, organized, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet competing deadlines.
• Very strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Experience in the nonprofit sector a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support, including onboarding and orientation for staff.
• Enter records into the HRIS and maintain accurate employee data.
• Help with other HR tasks as needed to support operations.
• Lead planning and coordination of CLA's wellness initiatives, including self-care trainings and social events.
• Collaborate with staff across departments to ensure smooth HR operations.

Skills

HR experience

Interpersonal communication

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Excel

Job description

CLA seeks a talented individual to join our team as an HR Assistant working out of our Worcester office. The person will provide day-to-day HR support in a variety of areas, including assisting with the onboarding and orientation process for staff, entering records into HRIS, and helping with other HR tasks as needed. The person will also take a leading role in helping to plan and coordinate CLA’s wellness initiatives, which have included self-care trainings and other social events and get-togethers. Full-time or part-time options available.

QUALIFICATIONS

• College degree or equivalent experience.
• Prior HR experience strongly preferred.
• Comfortable with technology and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Applications, including Excel.
• Must be patient and flexible, organized, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet competing deadlines.
• Very strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships.
• Experience in the nonprofit sector a plus.

COMPENSATION

• The salary range for this position is $45,000 to $55,000, depending on experience.
• CLA offers a very generous benefits package that includes
  • 401(k) with employer-paid contribution; low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) for employees and their dependents
  • Paid leave (4 weeks vacation, 3 personal days, 12 sick days, and 13 holidays).
• CLA has a hybrid work environment and requires staff to work in the office at least three days per week.

Community Legal Aid (CLA) is the non-profit legal services program providing free civil legal assistance to low-income residents of central and western Massachusetts. CLA has over 180 dedicated, talented staff working across multiple offices, and a budget of over $25 million.

CLA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to ensure that our staff members reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. CLA encourages applicants from a broad range of backgrounds and experiences.