HR Assistant Jobs

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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Maryland Treatment Center

Human Resources Assistant

The HR Assistant will be based in our Baltimore office but will be required to spend time on site at our Parkville facility one day a week....

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Human Resources Assistant

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  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 days ago
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  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 days ago

Key Responsibilities Onboarding & Orientation: Coordinate new hire onboarding, prepare offer letters, process background checks, and schedule orientations....

Human Resources Administrative Assistant (Full Time)

  • Great Falls, MT
  • 2 hours ago
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 2 hours ago

Benefis is one of Montanas largest and premier health systems, and we are committed to providing excellent care for all, healing body, mind, and spirit. At Benefis, we work hard to support our...

Human Resources Assistant-Lexington

  • Lexington, MS
  • 2 hours ago
  • Lexington, MS
  • 2 hours ago

relations, classification, human resources information systems, training and development....

Recruiter & Human Resources Assistant

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 hours ago

You will also assist with employee relations, HR compliance, and administrative tasks in a fast-paced environment....

Human Resources Assistant

  • Lenexa, KS
  • 5 hours ago
  • Lenexa, KS
  • 5 hours ago

Human Resources Assistant Lenexa, KS Full Time Office - Lenexa Entry Level Share ( P1 Construction, LLC., is seeking a Human Resources Assistant for our Lenexa, KS office. This is a great...

Human Resources Technician

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 6 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 6 hours ago

Position Type: Secretarial /Clerical/ Secretary Date Posted: 6/20/2025 Location: Odyssey Charter School Date Available: Immediately District:   Odyssey Charter School    Human...

HR Secretary

  • Bridgeville, DE
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bridgeville, DE
  • 6 hours ago

Coordinate offboarding processes including exit interviews, termination paperwork, and final benefit communication....

HR Administrative Assistant

  • Chester, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chester, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Our client, a community-based organization, is seeking an HR Administrative Assistant to join their team. As an HR Administrative Assistant, you will be part of the administrative support team,...

Human Resources Assistant

  • New York, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 hours ago

You will be responsible for the administration of a range of HR services such as recruitment, benefits, employee relations, performance management, career development....

HR Assistant

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Nesco Resource is looking for an Administrative Assistant to join a long-standing client of ours in the South Houston area. Prior experience supporting manufacturing, machine shop, or field...

Staff Assistant - 64081028

  • Miami, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 6 hours ago

Requisition No: 842113 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: STAFF ASSISTANT - 64081028 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64081028 Salary: $32,760.00 - $36,036.00 Posting Closing...

Staff Assistant - 64054270

  • Panama City, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Panama City, FL
  • 6 hours ago

Requisition No: 856099 Agency: Department of Health Working Title: STAFF ASSISTANT - 64054270 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 64054270 Salary: $34,760.44 Posting Closing Date: 07/13/2025...

Human Resources Assistant

  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 6 hours ago

Role Overview SodexoMagic is hiring a Human Resources Assistant to support the daily HR functions in the student nutrition operations for the District of Columbia Public Schools in the Washington,...

Employment Assistant

  • Winchester, VA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Position Title: Employment AssistantReports To: Location: Winchester, VAWork Arrangement:OnsiteSalary Grade: Level 4Salary:$42,075-$49,500 About CWS Imagine waking up every morning with...

HR Assistant Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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HR Fundamentals
HR professionals look after the greatest creators of value (and risk) in organisations: their people. On this five-week course, youll be introduced to the practice of HR, and develop essential...
Becoming a Student Assistant: Teaching and Mentoring
Student assistants are valuable staff members at the University of Groningen. Currently, over 700 students take up teaching duties, support role functions, governing positions, and many other...
The Role of Personal Assistants in Disability Support
Disabled people can now receive funding from their local authority to employ a personal assistant. While this gives them more personalised care in their own home, it also turns them into an...

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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

HR Assistants offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.4%
Master's Degree
21.3%
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
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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