Human Resources Assistant

DEFINITION**: Responsible for performing administrative support to the Human Resources Department and providing employee support to staff. Assists the Director with record management, recruitment and retention, employee actions, benefits, discipline/grievance and appeals and other duties as needed. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**: This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class. Demonstrate reliable and punctual attendance Perform specialized office support in relation to Human Resources Coordinates a variety of departmental functions pertaining to recruiting, benefits, classification, compensation, training, personnel policy and data management Research potential new hires employment history, references and assists with background process On-boards new employees administering orientation and new hire paperwork Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance Uses good judgment and provides information to public and staff, explaining and interpreting policy Maintains and audits personnel files and purges documents according to records retention regulations Create databases and spreadsheets to track employees' hire dates, actions, leave and performance evaluations, and due dates for background and driver license updates Types correspondence, and forms for offer letters, interviews, discipline, benefits etc. Helps Create And Process Job Descriptions Updates Human Resources information in the Walker River Paiute Tribes' website Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries, address concerns, and promote a positive workplace culture. Attends and participates in employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations Assists the HR Director in policy formulation, hiring and salary administration Manage and coordinates schedules for the HR department, including meetings and events Screens phone calls and visitors and processes mail Attending job fairs, training, and meetings as needed Other duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS And OTHER CHARACTERISITICS Knowledge of administrative tasks and responsibilities Ability to understand, interpret and clearly explain policies and procedures Excellent verbal and written communication skills Advanced computer skills, including data entry, data processing, communication tools and payroll and human resources software Problem-solving skills and resourceful thinking Leadership and coaching skills Strong empathy and interpersonal skills Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills Data entry and records management. Organization and time/workload management Effectively manage stress and maintain composure PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT**: Work involves a minimum of physical efforts in an office setting. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of Human Resource functions and employment laws High School Diploma or High School Equivalency plus 1 year experience in Human Resources and at least 3 years administrative experience Ability to handle sensitive information with great emphasis on confidentiality Experience Working With The Public And Other Government Agencies Must have a NV Driver's license and be insurable under the Tribe vehicle insurance policy Must pass a background check Must pass pre-employment drug/alcohol screening To Apply:** Obtain an employment application from the Human Resources Department located at the Tribal Administration Building, 1022 Hospital Rd., Schurz, NV 89427. Call Human Resources at 775-773-2306 x2315 for such application. You can e-mail application with supporting documents to: hr [email protected] or online at [www.wrpt.org](http://www.wrpt.org/) If Hired Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test and any random drug testing as required by the WRPT Personnel and Drug-Free Workplace Policies, with satisfactory results. +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | -- -- | | | | | | -- -- | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ Indian Preference and TERO: *Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Indians in accordance with the Indian Preference Act, Title 25, U.S. Code, Section 472-473 and the Walker River Paiute Tribe Tribal Employment Rights Ordinance WR-01-01, as amended*** ::: {rel="rrWidget"} ::: ::: {rel="rrWidget"} ::: ::: {rel="rrWidget"} ::: ::: {rel="rrWidget"} ::: ::: {rel="rrWidget"} ::: ::: {rel="rrWidget"} ::: ::: {rel="rrWidget"} ::: ::: {rel="rrWidget"} :::