Human Resources (HR) Assistant

We are looking for a detail-oriented Human Resources (HR) Assistant to provide day-to-day support to a busy HR team in Benicia, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for someone early in their HR career who wants practical experience across core administrative and employee support activities. The role centers on accurate record maintenance, organized coordination, and assistance with recruiting and onboarding processes while helping the department operate efficiently.

Human Resources Assistant Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative support to the HR team by maintaining records, preparing documents, and handling routine departmental tasks with accuracy and discretion.

• Enter and update employee information in HR systems and spreadsheets to ensure personnel data remains complete, current, and reliable.

• Organize and manage digital and paper files in accordance with company procedures and recordkeeping standards.

• Assist with onboarding activities by preparing materials, tracking required documentation, and supporting new employee processing.

• Support recruitment workflows by reviewing incoming resumes, forwarding candidate information to the appropriate stakeholders, and gathering internal feedback throughout the review process.

• Coordinate pre-employment screening processing and help monitor pre-employment requirements to support timely staffing decisions.

• Respond to general HR inquiries from employees and direct more complex matters to the appropriate team member.

• Help support employee relations administration by documenting information, scheduling follow-ups, and maintaining confidential records.

• Contribute to HR operational projects, including updates to processes or systems, as assigned by the department.

If you are interested in this Human Resources Assistant role, please submit your resume today.

Qualifications:

• Prior experience in HR administration, office support, or a related administrative role is preferred.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and comfort working with employee data in multiple systems.
• Ability to support onboarding activities and maintain accurate employment documentation.
• Understanding of basic HR processes, including background checks and routine employee relations support.
• Strong data entry, filing, and organizational skills with close attention to detail.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Proficiency with standard office software and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation

$27.00-$28.00 Hourly

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