Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Human Resources Assistant to support day-to-day HR operations for a growing organization in Charleston, South Carolina. This contract position with permanent potential offers the opportunity to contribute across onboarding, employee records, recruiting support, and compliance-related tasks while working in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be organized, responsive, and comfortable managing multiple administrative priorities with accuracy and professionalism.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate pre-employment and onboarding activities for new team members, ensuring required documents and records are completed accurately and on time.
- Manage employee separation processes, including preparing termination paperwork and updating personnel records as needed.
- Review and process screening and verification activities such as background investigations, motor vehicle record checks, and employment confirmations.
- Assist with unemployment and income verification requests by gathering documentation and responding within established timelines.
- Support recruiting efforts by posting openings on job boards, monitoring applicant flow, and maintaining recruitment-related reports and inventory records.
- Track applications and candidate activity within the applicant tracking process to help keep recruitment efforts organized and current.
- Help maintain accurate information in HR systems and personnel files while supporting general HR administrative functions and compliance tasks.
- Previous experience in human resources administration or a closely related support role.
- Working knowledge of onboarding procedures, employee documentation, and HR recordkeeping practices.
- Experience handling background checks, employment verifications, or similar pre-employment screening activities.
- Familiarity with unemployment claim processing and responding to verification requests.
- Ability to manage job postings, applicant screening steps, and applicant tracking system updates.
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms and standard office software, with strong attention to detail in data entry.
- Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills in a fast-moving work environment.