Human Resources Associate

Hybrid- 3 days in person at Overland Park Office Wed is a required in office day

Job Description:

Human Resources Administrator, Overland Park, KS (Hybrid) - Entry Level Position

*This role will be onsite 3 days per week in our Overland Park, KS office.

Processes all union craft new hire paperwork. Processes personnel transactions after hire. Processes new union craft I9s. Responds to employee, administrative staff, and management inquiries for above processes. Typically handles more routine questions and issues.
Manage pre-screening process for staff candidates. Share candidate resumes and information with hiring managers as needed. Coordinate interviews with hiring teams. Assist with pre-hire activities, such as IT coordination and credit card preparation.

Key Responsibilities:
Processes new hire paperwork by creating electronic files in the human resource information system (HRIS).
Processes personnel transactions (manually and electronic), including transfers, promotions, pay rate changes*** leaves of absence, field allowances, terminations, personal changes, and status changes.
Updates HRIS for changes to employee personal records, including address, marital status, education, registration, and emergency information data.
Provides customer service by responding to questions regarding policies from managers, administrative staff and employees along with verbal verifications from outside sources.
Provides support to other HR functional areas, including Employee Relations, Benefits, Compensation, Service Center as needed.
Responsible for maintaining strict confidentiality.
Individual contributor with no subordinates.
As a necessary aspect of the management, personnel or pay administration functions, this position has access to confidential personnel records and pay information not otherwise available. This position is responsible for protecting and maintaining the privacy of such records and information.

Education Requirement:
Education: Associate degree or equivalent experience.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
1-2 years of Human Resources Experience or equivalent training preferred
Proficient knowledge in Microsoft Office products; including Excel for reporting and analysis
I-9 Administration/experience
PeopleSoft experience a plus
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
Ability to communicate effectively both in written communication and verbally
Ability to demonstrate sound documentation skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Superior customer service skills