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Human Resources Administrative Assistant I

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 May 2026

💰 $46,160/yr($38,460/yr – $46,160/yr)

About the role

Position Information

Position Title Human Resources Administrative Assistant I Job Category H6 Job Type Support Staff, Hourly Supervisor's Title Director of Human Resources Location District Office, Davenport (05) Job Description

The Administrative Assistant I provides administrative and operational support to a designated department, ensuring efficient office operations, accurate recordkeeping, and responsive customer service. This position performs a variety of clerical and administrative functions, including preparing documents and reports, maintaining records, coordinating activities, and supporting departmental processes. Under the direction of the supervisor, the role supports adherence to established policies and procedures and contributes to a professional, service oriented work environment aligned with Eastern Iowa Community Colleges’ values and standards.
Work location is on-site at the downtown Davenport, District Office.

Taking applications through May 19th, 2026

Excellent benefits package, including plentiful paid time off:

Hourly staff receive Paid time off annually starting at 84hours of vacation, 112 hours sick, 16 hours of personal time. In addition to paid holidays off, including a week in December.
Summer Fridays off – shift rotation for those positions that require daily coverage
Retirement plans with 9.44% employer contribution (IPERS or TIAA option), employees contribute 6.29%
Employer paid & voluntary Life insurance
Employer paid Long Term Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement for employees and dependents
Flexible Spending Account options
Professional development and education reimbursement benefits
State employee discounts for cell phones, hotels, museums, etc. Employee Assistance Program

Required Qualifications

Education:

Associate’s degree OR equivalent relatable experience required.

Experience:

Experience using the Microsoft Office Suite.
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise independent judgment, and build effective working relationships.

Knowledge & Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for a diverse workforce.
Strong organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and deliver high‑quality customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree in human resources or a related field preferred.
Experience supporting a human resources department preferred.

Physical Demands

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment including computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The role requires the ability to lift and move up to 10 pounds occasionally, open and access filing cabinets, and bend, reach, or stand as needed. The position requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, as well as the ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

Salary $19.23/HR - $23.08/HR Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Core Duties and Responsibilities:

Greets and directs visitors and provides routine information to staff, departments, and the public.
Schedules meetings and activities; prepares correspondence, reports, spreadsheets, charts, and other documents to support departmental operations.
Maintains department records and files, ensuring accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.
Independently plans, prioritizes, and organizes a diverse workload and identifies opportunities to improve office processes and efficiencies.
Assists with special projects and committee work, including research, coordination, documentation, and information tracking.
Cross‑trains with other staff to provide backup coverage as needed.
Prepares purchase orders, personnel action forms, and travel arrangements; orders office supplies in accordance with budget parameters.
Delivers high‑quality internal customer service and models EICC’s culture and values.

HR & Employee Relations (Area Focus)

Provides administrative support to the Director of Human Resources and HR Generalists in support of HR initiatives and daily operations.
Responds to employee inquiries by expl