HR Administrative Assistant

Description

Please note: This is not a remote or hybrid position. Local applicants only. 

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour on-site office shift in Austin, TX (8am - 5pm)

*$22 - $24 an hour (based on experience)*

About ABC Home & Commercial Services:

History:

ABC Home & Commercial Services stands out as an industry leader due to our unparalleled range of services. While our roots are in pest control services dating back to 1949, we have evolved into a comprehensive home and commercial solutions provider. We are grateful to be able to provide employment to over 1,000 central and south Texans in Austin, San Antonio, College Station, Corpus Christi, and Rio Grande Valley.

Services:

Today, our services encompass the following 4 major Divisions: Pest Control, Lawn & Tree (mowing, landscaping, irrigation, lawn care, tree services), Mechanical Services (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, appliance repair, water quality), and Home Improvement (pool cleaning/repair, window washing, gutter cleaning, power washing, painting, handyman services). This extensive portfolio allows us to meet our customers' needs comprehensively. Our unique position as a one-stop solution provider means our customers can rely on us for a wide range of services, simplifying their maintenance and improvement needs.

Community:

At ABC, we believe in giving back to the community. We actively support various non-profit organizations, including The American Heart Association, United Way, HAAM, The Ronald McDonald House, Caritas as well as many other local area food banks, and many others. The ABC KiteFest, Austin’s beloved Kite Festival, is the country’s longest running festival of its kind. This event is a fundraiser that benefits local non-profits. It also showcases the incredible power of our employees coming together to volunteer, making a positive impact on our local community. Be sure to hit play on the attached video to catch ABC in action, showcasing our dedication to community involvement and the incredible pride we take in our employee volunteers!

Position: Admin. Assistant - Be the Heartbeat of Our HR Division

The primary goal of this position is to provide timely and effective assistance to the Human Resources Division.

How You'll Make an Impact:

As ABC’s Human Resources Assistant, you'll be responsible for performing various administrative, office, and clerical functions under close supervision to support the Human Resources Department. The HR Assistant follows verbal and written directions to complete standard routine tasks such as maintaining and updating files, organizing statistical information, data entry, and responding to employee inquiries.

Requirements

 What You'll Bring: 

• Associate degree or 2 yrs. Minimum in an Administration role
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy
• Excellent organizational, analytical, research and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize tasks
• Exhibit a positive attitude
• Desire to take the initiative and ask questions
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), electronic filing, and essential office equipment (printers, scanning, online fax) and/or the ability to quickly learn computer applications
• Experience using accounting software

 What You'll Do: 

• Performs administrative and recordkeeping tasks while maintaining accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation. Disseminates required information to other departments appropriately
• Manages the new hire Onboarding process and communicates with candidates as needed
• Performs background checks and Drug screening
• Organizes new hire orientation
• Provides clerical support to the HR department, performing other duties as assigned. (Makes copies, faxes documents, maintain HR email, electronic filing, HR helpdesk, etc.)
• Performs periodic audits of HR files and records to ensure that all required documents are collected and filed appropriately
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appr