Part-Time HR Assistant — Detail-Driven Team Player

MCPHS; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) in Boston, MA is seeking a part-time Human Resources Assistant (20 hours per week) to support recruitment, onboarding, and HR activities. You will maintain confidential files, process sensitive transactions, and assist with adjunct faculty hiring and I-9 verification.

The role reports to the Director of HR Operations & Engagement and works with the HR Coordinator. Strong organization, discretion, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred in HR, business, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years in an office setting; HR experience preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication; professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support for recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits, and performance management.
• Maintain electronic and paper personnel files and ensure confidentiality.
• Process confidential employee transactions and ensure data accuracy.
• Process invoices and other financial transactions.
• Facilitate adjunct faculty hiring workflow and I-9 processes.
• Ensure paperwork for new hires is complete and filed; support background checks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Critical thinking

Team player

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (MCPHS) in Boston, MA is seeking a part-time Human Resources Assistant (20 hours per week) to support recruitment, onboarding, and HR activities. You will maintain confidential files, process sensitive transactions, and assist with adjunct faculty hiring and I-9 verification.

The role reports to the Director of HR Operations & Engagement and works with the HR Coordinator. Strong organization, discretion, and teamwork are essential.