HR Assistant Jobs in Arizona

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 Assistant

  • Kingman, AZ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Kingman, AZ
  • 1 hour ago

LINES OF AUTHORITY: This position is supervised bythe Director of Operations. Unlessspecifically designated, this position does not supervise any other personnel. POSITION SUMMARY: The function of...

Human Resources Assistant

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 hour ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 1 hour ago

Everlight Solar is seeking a skilled Recruitment Assistant to assist in attracting candidates, screening them and matching them to appropriate positions. These collaborative individuals use high...

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Area Payroll and HR Support Specialist

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 2 hours ago

The ideal candidate for this position will have exposure to all areas of the Human Resources function and will assist multiple Hyatt properties in the Phoenix Metro Market. Responsibilities...

Human Resources Assistant / HRA

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Coordinates the new hire process, distributes exit interviews and tracks/monitors responses and Conducts background checks/investigations Maintains up-to-date employment records and...

Responds to written and verbal inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources (e.g. appropriately certified, employee relations decision, etc.) for the purpose of providing information and...

Human Resources Assistant

  • Prescott, AZ
  • 5 days ago
  • Prescott, AZ
  • 5 days ago

Human Resources Assistant Job Poster : Jobs Skills:Human Resources | Location: Prescott, Arizona, United States Of America Views:8 We are seeking to recruit a Human Resources Assistant to support...

Human Resources Assistant- Substitute Services

  • Mesa, AZ
  • 6 days ago
  • Mesa, AZ
  • 6 days ago

Human Resources Assistant, Substitute Services 63 E. Main Street, 2 nd floor Mesa Public Schools is an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we...

Human Resources Administrative Assistant

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 11 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 11 days ago

Job Number 24219884 Job Category Administrative Location JW Marriott Tucson Starr Pass Resort & Spa, 3800 W. Starr Pass Boulevard, Tucson, Arizona, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time...

D/C Human Resources Asst

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 12 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 12 days ago

HomeGoods At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. Youll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

Unemployment Claims Assistant - AZ - On Site

  • Chandler, AZ
  • 12 days ago
  • Chandler, AZ
  • 12 days ago

Capability to learn multiple HRIS (Human Resources Information System) platforms and vendor partner platforms. Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications....

Human Resources Technician

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 13 days ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 13 days ago

Posting Close Date: Applicants must submit their completed application by 05-04-2025 at 11:59 p.m. MST Application and Special Instructions ABOUT THIS JOB Position Specific Summary The Human...

Recruiting Assistant - Driver Hiring Center

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 25 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 25 days ago

Position Summary: The Recruiting Assistant Driver Hiring Center will primarily support processes around driver candidate sourcing and prescreening. We are looking for individuals who are...

Recruiting Assistant

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 27 days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 27 days ago

One of our large transportation clients is looking for a recruiting assistant to help qualify and pre-screen candidates to send to internal recruiters for interviews. This candidate should be...

Sr Director - HR Tech Solution

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 30+ days ago

Preferred Skills Knowledge of Human Resources Information Systems like Oracle HCM, Oracle Fusion Data Intelligence (FDI), Oracle OTBI & Oracle Business Intelligence Publisher Additional Information...

HR Administrative Assistant

  • Chandler, AZ
  • 45+ days ago
  • Chandler, AZ
  • 45+ days ago

HR Administrative Assistant Chandler Gilbert Arc Chandler, AZ 85225 Posted 13 days Job Details Job Location Business Services - Chandler, AZ Description Chandler/Gilbert Arc., a nonprofit...

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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs in Arizona

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

HR Assistants in Arizona 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 Arizona
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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