HR Assistant (HR Operations Focus) Temp to Hire

  • Confidential
  • Auburn, Washington
  • Full Time

HR Assistant (HR Operations Focus) – Temp to Hire

Location: Auburn, WA (Onsite)

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 40 hours/week (flexible between 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM)

Pay: $22–$27/hr DOE (Target: $25/hr | Up to $26–$27/hr for top candidates)

Employment Type: Temp to Hire (conversion within 6 months or sooner)

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized  HR Assistant  to support day-to-day  HR operations  in a fast-paced environment. This role is heavily focused on  employee support, HR administration, and compliance , rather than recruiting.

You will serve as a key point of contact for employees and leadership while ensuring accurate recordkeeping, smooth onboarding processes, and adherence to company policies and employment regulations.

Key Responsibilities



    	



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    Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employee questions and support

    	

    	



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    Manage front desk responsibilities, including greeting visitors and assisting employees

    	

    	



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    Coordinate onboarding activities, including background checks, drug screens, and new hire paperwork

    	

    	



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    Prepare, maintain, and audit personnel files and HR documentation

    	

    	



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    Accurately update HR systems, databases, and tracking spreadsheets

    	

    	



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    Support HR reporting and track key metrics

    	

    	



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    Assist with HR projects, employee engagement activities, and internal events

    	

    	



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    Ensure compliance with company policies and employment laws

    	

    	



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    Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive employee information

    	

    	



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    Support general HR operations and administrative functions as needed

    	



What We’re Looking For



    	



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    2+ years of HR support or office administration experience (HR-focused preferred)

    	

    	



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    Strong experience with  HR operations  (onboarding, employee records, compliance, documentation)

    	

    	



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    Comfortable working in a  front-facing HR role  supporting employees daily

    	

    	



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    Proficiency in  Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, etc.)

    	

    	



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    Excellent organizational, multitasking, and communication skills

    	

    	



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    High level of discretion and professionalism with confidential information

    	

    	



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    Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

    	



Preferred Qualifications



    	



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    Bilingual (highly preferred)

    	

    	



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    Experience supporting  HR compliance and employment documentation

    	

    	



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    Project coordination or event planning experience

    	

    	



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    Experience working in a fast-paced or high-volume environment

    	

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Job ID: 522787232
Originally Posted on: 5/28/2026

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