Human Resources Assistant

This in-person Human Resources Assistant role provides administrative and coordination support across multiple HR functions, including recruiting support, employee relations workflows, benefits administration, and compliance documentation. Based in Boise, ID, the position is designed to strengthen day-to-day HR operations while contributing to a positive workplace experience.

Work Location and Pay

• Location: Boise, ID (onsite)
• Compensation: USD 24 to 26 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Support talent acquisition by sourcing candidates through HR systems, assisting with interview scheduling, and managing candidate communication.
• Assist with employee orientation activities to help ensure new hires are welcomed and integrated effectively.
• Contribute to evaluation and performance management by collecting relevant data, preparing reports, and coordinating review sessions.
• Manage benefits administration tasks, including enrollment and benefit changes, and respond to employee inquiries related to health plans, retirement options, and other benefits.
• Maintain accurate personnel records and handle confidential information with integrity and discretion.
• Support compliance management activities such as affirmative action planning, adherence to OSHA regulations, and maintaining employment law documentation.
• Assist with HR initiatives related to workforce management, organizational design, succession planning, and training & development programs.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR department or a human resources support role.
• Strong working knowledge of employment and labor law, including FMLA regulations, workers’ compensation procedures, and HR legal compliance standards.
• Microsoft Office proficiency, with an emphasis on Excel for data analysis; HRIS experience is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to manage sensitive information professionally while maintaining confidentiality.
• Demonstrated project management capability, including task prioritization in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to change management initiatives while supporting organizational development efforts.
• Experience with payroll processing tools such as Paylocity is advantageous, but not required.

Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Excel
• HRIS platforms
• Paylocity

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance