HR Assistant Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

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 Resources Assistant

  • Everlight Solar
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days 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...

Remote

Human Resources Administrative Assistant- Part Time

  • Indianapolis Zoo
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago

The Indianapolis Zoo is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Administrative Assistant to provide essential HR operational, administrative and confidential support across payroll, benefits, employee relations...

In Person Part Time

IMPD-Human Resources Assistant

  • City Of Indianapolis (IN)
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 12 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 12 days ago

Updates human resources information systems, ensures data is accurate and up to date; maintains database records (i.e., commendations, military records, etc.)....

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Human Resources Assistant - HR Data & Systems

  • BMWC CONSTRUCTORS
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 13 days ago

Human Resources Assistant - HR Data & Systems Driven by Vision | Industrial-Strength Construction |Powered by Passion OVERVIEW Are you looking to work for a successful, stable, and growing company...

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IMPD-Human Resources Assistant

  • City of Indianapolis and Marion County
  • Indianapolis, IN (2 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (2 miles from Indianapolis, IN)
  • 13 days ago

Updates human resources information systems, ensures data is accurate and up to date; maintains database records (i.e., commendations, military records, etc.)....

In Person

Human Resources Assistant, PT

  • CHI1023
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 14 days ago

OVERVIEW: The part-time HR Assistant provides administrative and project support to the HR department for The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Inc....

In Person Part Time

Human Resources Assistant

  • LHH
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 19 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 19 days ago

Human Resources Assistant (Part-Time) Downtown Indianapolis | Onsite | Contract-to-Hire LHH is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Part-Time Human Resources Assistant for one of our non-profit...

In Person Part Time

HighPoint Careers - Human Resources Assistant

  • HighPoint Global
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 21 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 21 days ago

Human Resources Assistant- (Hybrid) At HighPoint, we focus on helping government agencies and companies in executing their most critical strategic initiatives. The Human Resources Assistant...

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HR Assistant

  • PurposeCare
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 30+ days ago

HR Assistant PurposeCare - 3.2 Indianapolis, IN Job Details $14 - $16 an hour 11 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications...

In Person

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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs in Indianapolis, IN

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 Indianapolis, IN 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 Indianapolis, IN
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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