Human Resources Specialist - Part-Time

Assurity; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Assurity is seeking an entry-level HR Specialist to provide administrative HR support, assist with recruiting, onboarding, and HR programs. The role involves maintaining HRIS data, supporting payroll and benefits, and ensuring confidential handling of associates information.

The part-time schedule runs Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings with possible scheduling flexibility. The position supports HR processes and reports under supervision.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of HR, recruiting, or related administrative experience.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Perform HR operations and associate support tasks, maintaining HRIS data and records.
• Support payroll, benefits, and recurring HR processes.
• Assist with recruiting activities, job postings, and onboarding activities.

Skills

HR operations

Recruiting

Communication

Organization

Confidentiality

MS Office

SharePoint

Education

Associate’s degree in business or related field

Tools

ADP

HRIS

ATS

Job description

Assurity is looking for enthusiastic, driven and collaborative people to join our team. We’re a company of vibrant and passionate people who work every day to advance our mission of helping people through difficult times – and who truly want to make a difference. As a Certified B Corporation, we have a verified commitment to our people, community and planet, and we work every day to make the world a better place.

Ample opportunities for growth, a thriving culture and coworkers who care as much as you do are just the beginning. Come work with purpose. Learn more: www.assurity.com/careers

This entry-level position provides administrative and clerical support across Human Resources, with responsibilities in HR administration, recruiting and associate programs. The HR Specialist supports day-to-day HR processes and serves as backup to the HR Recruiter during periods of increased recruiting activity.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

45% Performs Human Resources operations and associate support responsibilities, which include:

• Processing associate and organizational changes and maintains accurate HRIS data and records.
• Supporting payroll, benefits and other recurring HR processes.
• Preparing HR reports and spreadsheets and performing routine data review and analysis.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential associate records and HR documentation.
• Responding to routine associate and supervisor questions and providing timely HR support, escalating matters as appropriate.

35% Supports recruiting, selection, and onboarding activities, which include:

• Preparing job postings and assisting with job description updates.
• Coordinating candidate communication, interviews, assessments, background checks and reference checks.
• Screening and interviewing candidates for assigned positions and providing recruiting support as needed during periods of increased hiring activity.
• Supporting career fairs, recruiting events, and college/university relationships.
• Coordinating onboarding activities and new associate orientation.

20% Provides Human Resources program and division support, which include:

• Assisting with associate activities, events, wellness initiatives, and human resources programs.
• Assisting with communications, materials, scheduling, and follow-up for assigned initiatives.
• Completing special projects and other duties as assigned.

The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be substituted as necessary.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• One to two years of human resources, recruiting, administrative, or related experience.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Sound judgment and decision-making ability.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and follow-through skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to build positive relationships, collaborate effectively, and remain flexible as priorities change.
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism and maintain confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Experience with ADP or another HRIS or applicant tracking system preferred.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Talent required in values, work intensity, achiever, positivity, resourcefulness, command, relationship-extension, and exactness.

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Associate’s degree in business or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL AND WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work a part-time schedule; occasional work beyond 30 hours may be required to complete position responsibilities or support events.
• Regular schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30a.m.-3p.m., and Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30a.m.-2p.m. Some flexibility in scheduling may be available based on business needs.