HR/Pay/Security Liaison/Administrative Assistant

About Bering Straits Professional Services

Bering Straits Professional Services (BSPS) is committed to world-class management of global logistics, training and procurement services for U.S. Government agencies. BSPS is certified by the . In February 2022, BSPS became an International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 9001 certified company. BSPS received the ISO 9001 quality standard certification through the Performance Review Institute (PRI).

 

About this position: HR/Pay/Security Liaison/Administrative Assistant in Lexington, KY

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

 

Applicants will be notified via email or phone within ten business days regarding application status.

 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

·         Provides administrative support to executive staff with office management responsibilities.

·         Administer payroll processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution for all employees.

·         Manage employee benefits programs, including enrollments, terminations, open enrollment periods, and serving as the primary point of contact for employee benefits inquiries.

·         Perform essential general HR functions, including supporting employee onboarding/offboarding, maintaining confidential personnel files, and assisting with basic employee relations and policy interpretation.

 

Required (Minimum Necessary) Qualifications

·         Education Requirements: High school diploma required. (Associate's or bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field preferred.)

·         Level of Experience Requirements: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a combined HR, administrative, or operations support role.

·         Exceptional command of the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) for scheduling, reporting, and presentation preparation.

·         Must be able to pass pre-employment drug/alcohol test and background check

 

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

·         Knowledge of fundamental HR compliance requirements (e.g., FLSA, FMLA)

·         Knowledge of executive office protocols and professional standards required when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.

·         Familiarity with managing physical access control systems (e.g., badge systems) and basic security monitoring practices.

·         Skill in accurate data entry and meticulous record-keeping, particularly in operations and personnel systems.

·         Ability to exercise superior judgment and maintain composure under pressure while handling sensitive information and operational incidents.

·         Ability to effectively communicate complex policy and administrative processes clearly to employees at all levels.

·         Knowledge of organizational procedures and workflows – understanding how work moves through a company.

·         Basic knowledge of relevant technologies or tools – e.g., Microsoft 365, communication platforms, or industry‑standard software.

·         Knowledge of customer service practices – principles of providing quality service and managing inquiries professionally.

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