Human Resources Assistant
Since 1979, Insight for Living (IFL) has been committed to excellence in teaching the study and application of God's Word. Pastor Chuck Swindoll and his wife, Cynthia, began the ministry by broadcasting Pastor Chuck's Bible-teaching program, Insight for Living, on 18 stations. Today, the program airs on more than 2,000 stations, can be streamed through various online channels, and can be heard in 70 countries and eight languages. We also produce quality Bible-study resources, have a dynamic online presence, provide pastoral counseling, and actively walk alongside listeners through life's challenges. As a ministry, we're committed to Vision 195, our strategic mission to pursue Jesus' Great Commission by extending God's grace and making disciples in all 195 countries and their 6,875 heart languages. In addition to our international headquarters in Frisco, Texas, we currently have ministry offices in 10 countries, where our pastors translate resources, train church leaders to use Pastor Chuck's Searching the Scriptures Bible-study methods, serve their communities, and pursue Vision 195 in their languages. When you join the IFL family, you'll become a part of a talented group of men and women uniquely gifted and called to help people around the world live with the lifechanging power of God's Word.
Position Summary
The Human Resources assistant promotes and supports the mission of Insight for Living (IFL) by providing key support for all functional areas pertaining to the Human Resources Department. This individual assists the Human Resources team in various functions, including administrative support, recruiting, benefit administration, payroll administration, compensation review, and performance evaluation administration. A motivated self-starter, the Human Resources assistant is expected to complete the highest quality work while helping ensure that ministry staff members are engaged and provided for in a caring and trustworthy manner.
Core Job Functions
Administration (35%)
- Provides general department assistance as requested
- Updates employee and volunteer packets ensuring the most up-to-date forms and information are included
- Assists new-hire processes by preparing folders, packets, and other first-day items
- Interfaces with staff regarding temporary and volunteer access cards
- Prints filing labels as necessary
- Keeps supplies stocked
- Sends monthly e-mail alerts and reminders to managers
- Ensures all documents (i.e., evaluation forms, job profiles, and signed policies) are submitted and completed accurately
- Assists with filing all departmental electronic, physical, and benefit documentation
- Prepares and sends birthday and anniversary e-mails to staff members
- Composes and edits correspondence on behalf of the department
- Posts approved content on IFL's LinkedIn page
- Maintains IFL's LinkedIn page and monitors for constituent comments and feedback
- Performs general administrative duties for the Human Resources Department as requested
Benefits and Payroll Administration (20%)
Assists with monthly audits of all benefit portalsEnsures HRIS / payroll entries and changes are made timely and accuratelyResearches state taxes and related accounts for out-of-state employeesAssists with filing short-term disability, long-term disability, life, and workers' compensation claimsSends annual benefit notices as requiredAssists with preparation of the benefit open-enrollment meetingAdministers employee wellness programRecruiting (15%)
Posts and manages job-board listings through applicant tracking systemPlaces positions on appropriate and relevant networksSchedules meetings and interviews as requestedAdministers candidate assessments and testsAssists with obtaining references and background checksResearches and suggests new talent poolsCoordinates IFL's New-Hire Orientation ProcessPerformance Evaluation Administration (10%)
Administers IFL performance evaluation systemSends monthly e-mail alerts and reminders to managersEnsures all documents (evaluation forms, job profiles, and signed policies) are submitted and completed accuratelyProfessional Development (5%)
Commits to the challenges of growth and development according to the Professional Development PlanPursues the designated knowledge and / or experience with a positive attitudeCompletes assigned tasks with excellence and in a timely mannerTeam Member Contribution (10%)
Models IFL's core values through daily conductExerts initiative and drive to improve departmental and organizational operationsOwns problems, creates solutions, and maintains personal accountability for resultsPosition Specifications
Job Qualifications
12 years' experience in human resources or administrative assistant roleAssociate's degree or equivalent training in related fieldExtremely professional interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence with the ability to build and maintain excellent relationshipsExcellent oral and written communication skillsHigh attention to detail and excellent organizational skillsHumility, a high level of flexibility, a positive attitude, and the ability to work well with othersStrong customer-service orientation and demeanorExcellent phone presence with the ability to set meetings in a highly professional, polite, and warm mannerAn ability to anticipate and prioritize workAn ability to research and stay abreast of company policies and employment and benefit lawsAn understanding of and ability to maintain confidentialityProficiency in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and OutlookPrevious HRIS experience a plusThis is a part-time position (20 hours per week) on-site, Tuesday through Thursday.