Human Resources Assistant

Emerald Heights, based in Redmond, WA, is seeking an on-site HR Assistant to support the employee lifecycle under the direction of the HR Director. The role combines technical HR duties with administrative responsibilities to maintain accurate records and enhance the employee experience. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who can handle confidential information in a dynamic office setting.

Compensation

Hourly rate: USD 25 - 28 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad set of duties related to the maintenance and processing of personnel records and reports
• Enter employee data into the Human Resources Information System (HRIS)
• Process enrollments, changes, and terminations of participants in all benefit plans and programs
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including preparation and assistance
• Maintain personnel files in compliance with applicable legal requirements
• Track licenses, certifications, training, and compliance requirements
• Assist with audits of files and forms
• Administer and help run employee recognition programs
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries
• General filing and record-keeping tasks
• Provide clerical and operational support to the HR Director
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School diploma required
• College degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Two years of administrative office experience, preferably in Human Resources
• Experience with an HRIS or electronic payroll system
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Ethical practice, confidentiality, and relationship management
• Welcoming, warm, and friendly in all interactions with residents, visitors, and staff
• Hospitality mindset and customer service focus
• Ability to multitask and learn new functions quickly
• Resourceful and flexible
• Appropriate dress for a business office environment
• Regular, predictable, dependable attendance
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employees and organizational information

Technologies

• HRIS
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Electronic payroll system

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Hours

Monday through Friday general business hours