Junior HR Associate (Part-Time)

Cencore-LLC-1; Springville (UT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

CenCore is seeking a part-time Junior HR Associate to support HR operations at our Payson, Utah headquarters. The role handles employee records, onboarding coordination, HR documentation, and routine inquiries while helping ensure accuracy, confidentiality, and policy alignment.

Reporting to the HR leader, you will contribute to internal HR needs tied to company programs in a fast-paced contractor environment and gain hands-on experience with HRIS tools and onboarding processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of experience in HR administration, onboarding, records management, or related support.
• Ability to handle sensitive employee information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR administrative activities, employee documentation, onboarding coordination, and internal HR operations.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, onboarding paperwork, and internal tracking files.
• Coordinate onboarding activities, new-hire documentation, employee enrollment support, and related HR follow-up.
• Respond to routine employee inquiries or route questions to the appropriate HR, recruiting, security, payroll, or management contact.
• Support compliance-driven HR processes by helping ensure documentation is complete, current, and handled confidentially.
• Prepare HR reports, trackers, forms, and internal updates as requested.
• Assist with process improvements, data cleanup, and administrative support for HR programs and internal operations.

Skills

HR Administration

Onboarding

Records Management

MS Office

Communication

Confidentiality

Background Check

Education

High school diploma

Tools

UKG

HRIS

Applicant Tracking System

Job description

• Location CONFIDENTIAL,Springville, UT, 84663,United States
• Job Category Human Resources, Administration, Recruiting
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school
• Manage Others No

CenCore is seeking a part-time Junior HR Associate to support human resources operations at our headquarters office. This position supports employee records, onboarding coordination, HR documentation, and employee inquiries while helping ensure HR processes are accurate, timely, confidential, and aligned with company policy. The Junior HR Associate will report directly to the HR leader for this function and help support internal HR needs tied to company programs and operations. This role is well suited for a detail-oriented professional with early HR experience who can provide dependable administrative support in a fast-paced contractor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR administrative activities, employee documentation, onboarding coordination, and internal HR operations.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, onboarding paperwork, and internal tracking files.
• Coordinate onboarding activities, new-hire documentation, employee enrollment support, and related HR follow-up.
• Respond to routine employee inquiries or route questions to the appropriate HR, recruiting, security, payroll, or management contact.
• Support compliance-driven HR processes by helping ensure documentation is complete, current, and handled confidentially.
• Prepare HR reports, trackers, forms, and internal updates as requested.
• Assist with process improvements, data cleanup, and administrative support for HR programs and internal operations.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–2 years of experience in human resources, HR administration, onboarding, records management, employee support, or related administrative support required.
• Ability to handle sensitive employee and candidate information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records, trackers, and documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and ability to learn HR, recruiting, or applicant tracking systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to successfully complete a background check.
• No clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting HR functions in a government contracting, security, data center, or contractor-support environment.
• Experience with UKG, HRIS platforms, applicant tracking systems, or onboarding systems.
• Familiarity with employee records, onboarding documentation, benefits enrollment support, and compliance-sensitive HR processes.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• SHRM-CP, PHR, or other HR-related coursework or certification in progress.
• HR administration and documentation accuracy
• Onboarding coordination and employee support
• Confidentiality and professional judgment
• Customer service orientation for employees and internal stakeholders
• Time management and prioritization
• Written communication and internal coordination
• Process tracking, data entry, and follow-through

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This position is based at CenCore’s headquarters office in Payson, Utah, and is expected to be performed on-site. The position requires regular use of a computer, phone, and standard office equipment; the ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and in writing; and the ability to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, and perform routine office tasks. The employee may occasionally lift or move standard office materials and supplies. Must be free of color blindness. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Summary

Company Overview

At CenCore, we deliver security solutions that support critical national security missions. We specialize in designing, building, securing, and maintaining advanced technology environments at the intersection of emerging technology and national security. We are seeking a dependable HR professional to join our team in support of human resources, onboarding, employee documentation, and program-support operations.

Compensation Overview

Eligibility for company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, sick leave, holiday, and other benefits is determined in accordance with applicable plan terms, company policy, position status, hours worked, and federal, state, and local laws. The company is committed to equitable pay practices and does not seek or rely on an applicant's wage history when making compensation decisions. Benefits may be modified from time to time in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Benefits may be modified from time to time in accordance with company policy and applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

CenCore is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on merit and qualifications and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.