HR Assistant - Rogers, MN

 

Job ID:  500906

 

Minnesota Paving and Materials, a CRH company has grown from four small, family local companies, to one, strong and leveraged leading supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete, and paving and construction services throughout the state of Minnesota and surrounding areas. With operations going back to 1861, we boast a remarkably long history of success in the Minnesota aggregate and asphalt industry.

 

Position Overview

This position is responsible for supporting the basic administrative functions of the human resources department. Works with the Regional HR Generalist and other team members to maximize the efficiency of the department in support of the organizational goals and standards.

 

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Maintain HRIS records and maintains related electronic databases.
• Assist with the hiring process, including offer letter preparation, coordination of pre-employment screenings, conducting new hire orientations and attending job fairs. 
• Ensure the proper paperwork is completed timely and accurately for new hires and HRIS changes and unemployment reporting.
• Assist with administrative responsibilities include, but not limited to, data entry, scanning, filing, tracking information, etc. regarding employee forms and documentation. 
• Assist with employee leave of absence tracking and paperwork.
• Assist with the drug testing process.
• Provide support of incoming phone calls relating to human resources.  
• Assist with training initiatives, including preparation, events and presenting information.
• Provides outstanding customer service when answering employee requests and questions or by directing those to applicable resources as appropriate.
• Maintains a professional demeanor when dealing with critical and/or confidential information.  Restricts discussion/knowledge of information to a “need to know” basis.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable state, local and federal laws related to human resources.
• Complete project work as assigned.

 

Qualifications

 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

 

Education/Experience

• 1-2 years’ experience or education in Human Resources preferred
• 1-3 years’ experience in an office setting performing administrative tasks

 

Work Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel when required.
• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment screening and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary.

 

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Demonstrate a hands-on, collaborative approach, work well in a team. 
• Ability to summarize data from different sources into a concise format that can be easily expanded and communicated to support initiatives.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to follow complex verbal and written instructions. 

 

Key Competencies

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional employee situations; Responds promptly to employee needs; Responds to requests for serv