Human Resources Assistant at Goodwill Industries of Hawaii

Honolulu, Hawaii, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Aug, 26

Salary

23.0

Posted On

02 Jun, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Recruitment, Onboarding, HRIS Data Entry, Employee Record Maintenance, Applicant Tracking, Candidate Communication, Employment Verification, Administrative Support, Confidentiality, Customer Service, Compliance, Reporting

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Goodwill Industries of Hawaii, Inc. Job Title: Human Resources Assistant At Goodwill, we do more than provide jobs — we create pathways to opportunity and dignity through the power of work. Our mission-driven culture sets us apart, and every role directly supports individuals in achieving self-sufficiency and success. When you join Goodwill, you're not just building a career — you're changing lives. can So, join the Goodwill Hawaii family and help strengthen our community, one job at a time! SUMMARY The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Department in the implementation of HR programs, policies, and services. The Human Resources Assistant assists with recruitment, onboarding, employee record maintenance, HRIS data entry, and other personnel-related functions to ensure efficient and effective day-to-day HR operations. Working closely with HR team members and employees throughout the organization, the Human Resources Assistant maintains confidentiality, delivers exceptional customer service, and supports the organization's mission, values, and workforce initiatives. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. * Administer pre-employment processes, including conditional offers, document collection, scheduling assessments and drug testing, reference checks, and new hire orientation support. * Maintain employee and applicant records in HRIS and applicant tracking systems, ensuring accuracy of personnel, training, certification, attendance, and compliance-related data. * Assist with recruitment activities, including application screening, phone interviews, applicant tracking, job fair participation, and candidate communications. * Respond to employment and past-employment verification requests from employees, government agencies, and authorized third parties. * Perform administrative and clerical support functions for the HR department, including answering inquiries, maintaining personnel files, processing mail, tracking assignments, and supporting audits. * Compile personnel data, prepare reports, assist with HR research and special projects, and support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance HR processes and efficiency. * Handle sensitive and confidential employee information with discretion and maintain the integrity of HR records and documentation. * Provide office coverage and operational support during staff absences and keep management informed of significant issues requiring attention or corrective action. * Foster positive working relationships, contribute to a collaborative team environment, and represent the organization professionally while supporting its mission, values, and objectives. * Maintain compliance with company policies, safety procedures, attendance expectations, and perform other duties as assigned. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE * High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to two years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Previous experience and education in human resources highly desired. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are regularly required to: * stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; * reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. * frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds * Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Goodwill Hawaii is committed to fully complying with all Equal Opportunity Employment and Affirmative Action laws and regulations. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, age, marital status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. We also foster a drug-free work environment.

Responsibilities

The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative and operational support for HR programs, policies, and services. Key duties include managing pre-employment processes, maintaining HRIS records, and assisting with recruitment and onboarding activities.