People & Organizational Culture Assistant
$52,000–$55,000 year
On-sitePortland, Oregon, United States
Job Summary
Conduct the full hiring lifecycle including job posting, interview scheduling, reference checks, and applicant communications. Administer onboarding for full-time regular employees and process semi-monthly payroll adjustments and deductions via Paychex. Manage employee benefits enrollment for health insurance and 401k, track eligibility dates, and address employee inquiries regarding policies and workplace issues. Schedule exit interviews, maintain confidential personnel files, and ensure labor law posters and minor employment certificates are current. Update the Employee Handbook and internal forms to align with federal and state employment laws. Assist with staff event planning and foster an open, honest communication atmosphere while adhering to business casual dress code and travel requirements between Garden campuses.
Required Qualifications
- At least 2 years of experience working in any people-supporting office role
- Strong understanding of confidentiality
- Detail oriented with exceptional organization skills
- Ability to work well under pressure, meeting multiple demands and priorities
- A proven track record of working well with others, adapting to others' work styles, and professional interactions with co-workers and vendors
- Strong listening skills, giving full attention to what other people are saying or asking, taking time to understand the points being made, and asking questions when appropriate
- Service orientation, actively looking for ways to help others
- Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position and/or move about the Garden for several hours
- Must be comfortable with occasional light to medium weight lifting
- Valid driver's license and ability to travel between the various Garden campuses (mileage reimbursement provided)
- Must be able to work events on evenings and weekends
Desired Qualifications
- Prior HR, benefits administration, and/or payroll experience
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