HR Associate

HR Associate (Contract - Leave Coverage)

Location: Elizabeth, NJ

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8-4:30

Work Arrangement: 100% Onsite

Pay Rate: Up to $24/hour

Employment Type: Contract (Leave Coverage)

Position Overview

The HR Associate provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources team in a fast-paced environment. This role assists with key HR functions including onboarding, employee records management, benefits support, and recruitment coordination. This is an excellent opportunity for entry-level candidates or recent college graduates looking to gain hands-on HR experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Support new hire onboarding, including background checks, I-9 verification, and new hire documentation

• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR systems

• Assist with benefits administration and respond to employee inquiries

• Provide support for leave administration and employee relations matters

• Coordinate interview scheduling and assist with recruitment processes

• Prepare HR documentation, reports, and general correspondence

• Support payroll processing activities and employee data updates

• Ensure compliance with company policies and employment regulations

• Provide general administrative support to the HR team and assist with HR projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (recent grads encouraged to apply)

• Internship or 1- 2 years of experience in HR or administrative support is a plus

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Pay Details: $22.00 to $23.00 per hour

Search managed by: Tracy Galarza

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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