Human Resources Assistant (On Site)

Onsite Human Resources Assistant role supporting day-to-day HR operations across recruiting, onboarding, benefits/leave support, engagement, facility access coordination, and HR administration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruiting steps for assigned roles from application review through offer.
• Review resumes, perform initial candidate screenings, and schedule interviews.
• Partner with hiring managers to keep the hiring process efficient.
• Maintain applicant tracking system (ATS) records and track recruiting metrics.
• Participate in job fairs, recruiting events, and talent attraction initiatives.
• Coordinate background checks, reference checks, and other pre-employment activities.
• Support new hire orientation and maintain onboarding documentation.
• Arrange equipment requests and coordinate building/security access for employees.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding checklists to support smooth transitions.
• Assist employees with benefit enrollments, qualifying life events, and Open Enrollment support.
• Support leave administration by directing employees to the appropriate resources.
• Support employee engagement and retention initiatives.
• Coordinate employee recognition programs, milestones, and appreciation events.
• Help create employee communications that support a positive workplace environment.
• Coordinate employee building access, security credentials, and company property assignments.
• Activate and deactivate building access for new hires and departing employees.
• Assist with HR reporting, audits, and compliance-related activities.
• Support policy administration and employee communications.
• Participate in HR process improvement initiatives and special projects.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and company information.

Requirements

• Strong customer service mindset with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems.
• Collaborative, positive attitude with the ability to work independently.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2+ years of Human Resources experience required.
• Experience supporting recruiting, onboarding, employee engagement, or benefits coordination preferred.
• Experience with an HRIS and Applicant Tracking System (ATS) preferred.

Technology

• Microsoft Office
• HRIS systems
• Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Pay

• $23.00 per hour

Experience

• Human resources: 2 years required

Shift

• Day Shift preferred

Work Location

• In person (onsite)
• Cohoes, NY