Receptionist & HR Admin - Fast-Paced Office Support

Northern Staffing Services; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Staffing Services is seeking a professional, organized Temporary Receptionist / HR Administrator to support a client’s HR department and front desk operations. You will greet visitors, manage calls, and maintain timekeeping records, while providing administrative HR support.

The role requires 2–3 years in HR administration, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced office environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of HR administration or similar role.
• High school diploma or GED; college coursework preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with HRIS/timekeeping systems such as Kronos, ADP, or PeopleSoft is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors, applicants, customers, contractors, and employees in a professional and friendly manner.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls.
• Maintain employee timekeeping records using Kronos and assist with payroll and attendance systems.
• Provide administrative support to the Human Resources department.
• Prepare documents, reports, letters, and presentations using Microsoft Office.
• Assist with HR projects, employee records, and confidential documentation.
• Help coordinate meetings, customer visits, and company events.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception and meeting area.
• Perform other administrative duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Payroll/timekeeping

Organizational skills

Communication

Discretion

Team player

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Kronos

ADP

PeopleSoft

Job description

Northern Staffing Services is seeking a professional, organized Temporary Receptionist / HR Administrator to support a client’s HR department and front desk operations. You will greet visitors, manage calls, and maintain timekeeping records, while providing administrative HR support.

The role requires 2–3 years in HR administration, strong Microsoft Office skills, and the ability to handle confidential information in a fast-paced office environment.