Human Resources Assistant

Job Description:

Human Resources Assistant

Description

Job Location: This position will be located at 912 Wildwood, Jefferson City, MO 65109

Why you’ll love this position:

As a Human Resources Assistant you will have the opportunity to conduct a variety of human resources duties on a daily basis. The primary responsibilities of this position will be to process payroll transactions, the hiring process for an assigned area, answer various questions and to interact with DHSS team members throughout the department.

• Process and track all personnel transactions for the assigned divisions of the department
• Assist hiring managers through the hiring process
• Prepare and maintain various reports and databases
• Answer phone calls and refer callers to the appropriate Program Coordinator
• Serve as a contact for payroll and benefits issues
• Enter deductions and other payroll information
• Process requests and information regarding specialized benefits, which could include FMLA, Workers Compensation, Long-Term Disability, and Unemployment
• Assisting employees and managers with payroll and benefit questions and the Employee Self-Service Portal
• Monitor timekeeping activities and update as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of relevant experience (Substitutions may be allowed)
• Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules and regulations, and policies and procedures as applied to human resources areas and programs
• Ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality
• Ability to meet deadlines and maintain accuracy
• Strong attention to detail

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

Salary:

41,503.69 per Year