Hume Lake, CA - HR Assistant - Human Resources - Full-Time

Hume Christian Camps; Hume (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site housing

On-site healthcare

Minimal-cost meals

Faith-based community

Job summary

Hume Christian Camps is seeking an HR Assistant to provide essential administrative support for the Hume Lake HR team. You will handle onboarding, recordkeeping, compliance tracking, and daily HR operations with confidentiality and attention to detail.

The role is based at Hume Lake, CA, and offers on-site work in a mission-driven, faith-based environment. Candidates should be discreet, service-oriented, and capable of handling sensitive personnel matters.

Qualifications

• On-site HR administrative experience preferred.
• Pass DOJ/FBI Live Scan background check and CA AB 506 training as required.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and able to learn HRIS/ATS.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive personnel matters.
• Experience in camp, ministry, nonprofit, or seasonal workforce is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential personnel files and records.
• Support onboarding by preparing offer packets and scheduling orientation.
• Track fingerprinting and background screening for youth-serving staff.
• Enter and update applicant/employee data in the HRIS/ATS.
• Coordinate interview scheduling and candidate communications.

Skills

Microsoft Office

HRIS familiarity

Administrative experience

Detail-oriented

Discretion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration or related field

Tools

HRIS/ATS

Job description

Vision for the Role

The Human Resources Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support to the Hume Lake HR team, helping ensure that staff at every stage of the employment lifecycle — from application through offboarding — are cared for with excellence, accuracy, and confidentiality. This role supports onboarding, recordkeeping, compliance tracking, and day-to-day HR operations across the Hume Lake site. It is well suited to someone who is detail-oriented, discreet, and energized by serving people behind the scenes in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Location

Hume Lake, CA

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven, faith-based organization that is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of youth and families.
• With 3 beautiful camp locations, we offer a unique opportunity for year-round camping ministries dedicated to the glory of God.
• Be a part of something meaningful where your work directly contributes to making memorable experiences and fostering spiritual growth.
• Work in a supportive Christian community in a beautiful environment that values faith, growth, and relationships.

The Role

• Maintains accurate, organized, and confidential personnel files and records in compliance with California recordkeeping requirements.
• Supports new-hire onboarding by preparing offer packets, tracking completion of required paperwork, and scheduling orientation sessions.
• Tracks and documents CalVECHS fingerprinting compliance and other background screening requirements for youth-serving staff.
• Enters and updates applicant and employee data accurately in the HRIS/applicant tracking system (JazzHR).
• Coordinates interview scheduling, candidate communication, and file preparation to support seasonal hiring surges.
• Responds to routine staff questions regarding HR processes and procedures, referring complex or sensitive matters to the HR Coordinator or Generalist.
• Assists with compliance documentation, including AB 506 background-check tracking and mandated-reporter training records.
• Processes offer letters, direct deposit authorizations, and related new-hire documentation.
• Provides general administrative support — filing, scanning, copying, mail, and data entry — for the HR department.
• Helps plan and execute logistics for HR events, trainings, and staff orientation.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of the HR team and broader camp operations.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a lifestyle consistent with the organization’s Statement of Faith.
• Agrees to and abides by the organization’s Statement of Faith, Code of Conduct, and lifestyle/community standards.
• Models Christian character, integrity, and discretion in all interactions with staff, particularly when handling sensitive personnel matters.
• Active membership or regular participation in a local Christian church is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• One or more years of administrative, clerical, or customer service experience; HR-related experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with an HRIS or applicant tracking system is a plus.
• Ability to pass a DOJ/FBI Live Scan fingerprint background check and complete mandated child abuse and neglect reporting training, per California AB 506 (Business & Professions Code §18975), as required for staff working on the Hume Lake campus.
• Prior experience in a camp, ministry, nonprofit, or seasonal-workforce environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a desk/computer.
• Occasionally moves/transports items up to 20 pounds (files, supplies).
• Operates a computer and other standard office equipment.
• Work environment is primarily office-based at the Hume Lake campus, with occasional movement throughout camp facilities; minimal travel required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the job.
• Live and work in extreme weather conditions, at high altitude, and in small living quarters.

Benefits & Perks of Community Living

• Be a part of a tight-knit community of believers serving the mission of the camp.
• Incredibly beautiful views and environment, camping, and walking/running trails.
• On-site housing is provided for a minimal rate.
• Dining on-site for minimal cost.
• Available Charter school for staff children and extracurricular activities.
• On-site healthcare options and emergency services, as needed.
• A quick walk to a store on-site for grocery and gas supplies.

Salary

$17.40 - $19.14 Hourly

If this sounds like you or something you feel called to, we would love to hear from you!