An HR assistant handles daily office tasks for the human resources team. Core duties for a resume include updating worker records, scheduling job interviews, helping with new employee orientation, checking timesheets for payroll, and answering staff questions about company rules.
Recruitment & Hiring Support
- Post open jobs on career sites and job boards.
- Screen incoming resumes and applications.
- Call or email candidates to schedule interviews.
- Run basic background checks and reference calls.
Onboarding & Training
- Welcome new hires and run orientation days.
- Collect tax forms, identification, and signed contracts.
- Set up accounts and folders in the HR Management Platform.
- Track staff attendance for training and workshops.
Records & Payroll Administration
- Update the database with new hires, address changes, and titles.
- Track sick days, vacation time, and leaves of absence.
- Collect hours and timesheets to send to the payroll team.
- Keep all personnel files protected, secure, and private.
Employee Support
- Answer basic questions about company policy and pay.
- Direct complex worker issues to senior HR managers.
- Help plan company events and staff appreciation days.