HR Assistant Jobs in Alaska

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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Human Resource Technician 2 (Payroll Tech) (PCN 030161)

  • State of Alaska
  • Juneau, AK
  • 4 days ago
  • Juneau, AK
  • 4 days ago

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Program Management and Administration is looking for a Payroll Technician (Human Resource...

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HR Technician

  • Teya Development
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 15 days ago
  • Anchorage, AK
  • 15 days ago

in force, and benefits....

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HR Assistant

  • Pacific Seafood
  • Kodiak, AK
  • 24 days ago
  • Kodiak, AK
  • 24 days ago

HR Assistant At Pacific Seafood, we do more than just provide the world with the healthiest proteins on the planet....

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Human Resources Assistant

  • KODIAK AREA NATIVE ASSOCIATION
  • Kodiak, AK
  • 25 days ago
  • Kodiak, AK
  • 25 days ago

Prepares employee separation notices and related documentation; schedules exit interviews....

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Human Resources Assistant

  • Seldovia Village Tribe IRA
  • Homer, AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • Homer, AK
  • 30+ days ago

Position Overview The Human Resources (HR) Assistant will perform tasks and services to support the effective and efficient operations of the Human Resources Department....

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Temporary Program Assistant (Human Resources)

  • Ilisagvik College
  • AK
  • 30+ days ago
  • AK
  • 30+ days ago

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources REPORTS TO: Executive Director of Human Resources WORK SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm COMPENSATION: $27.22/Hour, 4-month Temporary Position...

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Human Resources Assistant

  • Sitka, City and Borough of (AK)
  • Sitka, AK
  • 90+ days ago
  • Sitka, AK
  • 90+ days ago

relations Federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations to ensure compliance in HR processes Standard HR practices and procedures related to documentation, onboarding, and reporting Skills In...

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Demographic Data for Alaska

Moving to Alaska? Find some basic demographic data about Alaska below.


Local
National
732,157
21,388

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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs in Alaska

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for HR Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

HR Assistants in Alaska offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.6%
Master's Degree
21.4%
Associate's Degree
10.7%
High School or GED
9.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
Some College
1.7%
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 Alaska
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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