HR Assistant Jobs in New York, NY

A HR Assistant, or Human Resources Assistant, plays a crucial role in the human resources industry by providing support to HR professionals in completing administrative tasks related to the hiring, onboarding, benefit administration and employee records maintenance processes. They often act as the liaison between HR management and employees, providing information and help with HR-related issues. HR Assistants also handle tasks such as scheduling meetings, maintaining HR databases, and assisting with recruitment and staffing logistics. They may also assist in payroll preparation and manage employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Essential skills for a HR Assistant include excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. They should be detail-oriented, have good time-management skills, and be proficient with MS Office Suite and HR software, like HRIS or HRMS. Although not always required, a HR Certification, such as aPHR (Associate Professional in Human Resources), can be beneficial for career advancement. Before becoming a HR Assistant, a person may hold roles such as Administrative Assistant, Office Coordinator, or Recruitment Coordinator.

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Personnel Assistant

  • Mamaroneck, NY (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mamaroneck, NY (19 miles from New York, NY)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION: Personnel Assistant: 12 Month Position Civil Service Competitive Appointment LOCATION: Human ResourcesSUPERVISORS: Assistant Superintendent for Administration & Personnel WORK HOURS: 8am...

Legal Recruiting Assistant

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Legal Recruiting Assistant will join a supportive and collaborative team in Sidley's New York office. The Assistant will provide administrative support to the Senior Legal Recruiting...

Human Resources Administrative Assistant

  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (10 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Demonstrates and provides outstanding customer and employee relations by receiving all visitors into the HR office in a polite, courteous, and friendly manner....

Human Resources Assistant

  • Yonkers, NY (15 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Yonkers, NY (15 miles from New York, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Overview St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester...

Temporary Recruiting Assistant

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

Prepare offer letters for review and approval by the Talent Acquisition Team Serve as the main point of contact after an offer is made and ensure new hires complete all onboarding activities....

HR Assistant - Temporary Assignment

  • Woodbridge, NJ (20 miles from New York, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (20 miles from New York, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Read more at www.dsv.com Location: USA - Iselin, Wood Ave Division: Air & Sea Job Posting Title: HR Assistant - Temporary Assignment Time Type: Temporary, 4-6 Months We're hiring a temporary HR Assistant...

Human Resources Assistant (Payroll, Timekeeping & Leave)

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended...

Human Resources Assistant

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

Org. Setting and Reporting The position is located in the Electoral Assistance Division (EAD) of the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs (DPPA). The Human Resources Assistant will...

HR Assistant - Temporary Assignment

  • Iselin, NJ (20 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Iselin, NJ (20 miles from New York, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Read more at www.dsv.com Location: USA - Iselin, Wood Ave Division: Air & Sea Job Posting Title: HR Assistant - Temporary Assignment Time Type: Temporary, 4-6 Months We're hiring a temporary HR Assistant...

Office and HR Assistant

  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 10 days ago

JobSummary: The HR team is looking for an Officeand HR Assistant to join the Just Salad team....

Human Resources Assistant

  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 13 days ago

Resources Information System or HRIS system Professional HR certification (PHR / SHRM-CP) Other Skills and Abilities: The following will also be required of the successful candidate: Strong organizational...

International Student Coordinator (Senior Staff Assistant, SL-3)

  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from New York, NY)
  • 14 days ago
  • Harrison, NY (21 miles from New York, NY)
  • 14 days ago

If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at ... or via email at .......

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HR Administrative Assistant

  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 days ago

Title: HR Administrative Assistant WHO WE ARE 24 Seven is growing! Were the leading creative talent solutions firm working with todays most sought-after employers and were looking for dedicated...

Administrative Assistant-HR

  • Long Island City, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (3 miles from New York, NY)
  • 15 days ago

About the Role: The Administrative Assistant-HR plays a crucial role in supporting the Human Resources department by ensuring smooth administrative operations. This position is responsible for...

Executive Secretary, HR Administration - Jacobi/NCB

  • New York, NY
  • 16 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 16 days ago

Executive Secretary, HR Administration - Jacobi/NCB DepartmentHR ADMINISTRATION Location Bronx Job ID121005 Civil Service ClassificationManagerial Hire In Rate$60,000.00 (for employees new to HHC)...

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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs in New York, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

HR Assistants in New York, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.4%
Master's Degree
21.2%
Associate's Degree
10.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Assistants in New York, NY
1-2 years
34.0%
Less than 1 year
30.9%
2-4 years
25.6%
4-6 years
5.5%
6-8 years
2.7%
10+ years
1.4%



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