HR Assistant

Description

ABCD's Human Resources team is hiring! If you are a detail-oriented individual passionate about community development and possess the skills to excel in this role, we invite you to join our team at ABCD as a HR Assistant .

Come make a meaningful impact and be part of a legacy that shapes positive change in Greater Boston.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide coverage of the Human Resources reception area and main phone line(s).
• Respond to general inquiries and direct them to the appropriate team member or provide direction based on the policy or practice.
• Support the processing of personnel actions by preparing, routing, and reviewing documents submitted to the HR department for approval.
• Maintain employee personnel files, updating the information in a timely fashion to ensure these files are a reliable reference.
• Assist with the maintenance of other HR files as needed, including but not limited to : benefits files, employee complaints / investigations and pulling together documentation for audits as needed.
• Participate in the entry and verification of personnel data inputted in the HRIS system.
• Provide timely and accurate information for verbal or written requests for employment verification. Also, assist the agency’s consultants to ensure unemployment claims are accurately processed.
• Coordinate account creation and termination with ITS, Telecom, Purchasing, and Office Services on a weekly basis.
• Assist with the preparation of the new employee orientation. Including but not limited to setting up the room, preparing and distributing ID cards, and coordinating the delivery of supplies.
• Conduct the organization’s weekly orientation for newly hired staff.
• Assist in the intake and completion of Human Resources forms, such as CORI requests and Form I-9s, as needed.
• Create and maintain a master calendar of activities conducted by the HR department including required mailings, audits, events and trainings.
• Provide support as needed to ensure these deadlines are met.
• Perform other related duties as assigned from time to time.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and one to three years of relevant experience required.
• Ability to manage multiple phone lines.
• Strong computer literacy and advanced skills with various applications such as Microsoft Office Suite, G Suite, databases, e-mail and internet.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, multitasking, and planning skills.
• Ability to work sensitively and effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.

Please Note : This is a temporary position that is expected to end in November. There is potential for extension.

Why Work Here

• Make a Difference : Every day, your work directly impacts the lives of thousands in the Greater Boston community, empowering them and making positive, lasting change.
• Inclusive Environment : ABCD values the diversity of its workforce, with an inclusive culture that respects individuality and promotes collaboration.
• Continuous Learning : We offer numerous training and development opportunities, ensuring our staff remain at the forefront of community action methodologies and strategies.
• Comprehensive Benefits : At ABCD, we take care of our own, providing a competitive benefits package, including health coverage and retirement plans.
• A Legacy of Impact : Join an organization that boasts a legacy spanning over half a century, consistently championing the rights and needs of our community's most vulnerable.
• Teamwork & Camaraderie : Be a part of a passionate team, united in their mission to combat poverty, and ensure every individual can reach their fullest potential.

ABCD is the shortest distance between two points from where you are to where you want to be. Discover the tools and resources you need to move from poverty to stability and from stability to success.