Human Resources Assistant

at  Lantern Community Services Inc

Job Title: Human Resources Assistant
Status: Full-time (hours may vary)
FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt
Job Location: New York, NY
Hourly Range: $30.21 - $32.96

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• 2-3 years of experience as an HR assistant required.
• Exposure to payroll practices.
• Must be flexible with overtime.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.
• Highly computer literate with capability in email, MS Office, Excel and related business and communication tools.
  Work Environment: This job operates in an office environment. There will be occasional travel to other locations throughout New York City as needed for career fairs.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Support all internal and external HR related inquiries or requests.
• Must be able to perform and deliver Excel reports and spreadsheets.
• Maintain digital and electronic records of employees.
• Serve as point of contact with benefit vendors and administrators.
• Maintain calendars of the HR management team.
• Oversee the completion of compensation and benefit documentation.
• Assist with performance management procedures.
• Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events and maintain agendas.
• Update records of new and current staff.
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
• Process payroll and resolve any payroll errors.
• Complete termination paperwork.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices.
• Full understanding of HR functions and best practices.
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Fantastic organizational and time management skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective HR administration and people management skills
• Ability to accurately follow instructions and prioritize assignments.