HR Assistant responsibilities and duties

The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.

• Perform administrative work, including scheduling, maintaining files and sorting mail for the Human Resources department
• Enter employment data into computer database
• Track and update hourly employee leaves of absence
• Assist HR supervisors with the hiring process, including submitting job postings online and scheduling candidate interviews
• Coordinate logistics for new hire orientations and employee training sessions

HR Assistant qualifications and skills

Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

• Associate degree in HR-related field required (Bachelor’s preferred)
• 5+ years’ related administrative experience
• Detail-oriented and organized
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Solid understanding of MS Office
• Experience with ADP Workforce Now is preferred
• Familiar with applicant tracking database systems an asset