Bilingual Human Resources Assistant

Location: Alva, Florida

Major Company in Southwest Florida has an immediate opportunity for an experienced Bilingual (English/Spanish) Human Resources Assistant. 

Position Title: Human Resources Assistant

Reports to:  Human Resources Manager

Responsibilities and Duties

·         Assist in the communication of various Human Resources policies, benefit and wage administration, procedures, laws, standards and government regulations

·         Compile and maintain personnel records. Update employee files to document personnel actions for payroll and other uses

·         Maintain and distributes current employee information including policies procedures and other communications

·         Process enrollment, changes and terminations in all benefit plans

·         Assist with safety program and workers’ compensation claims

·         Assist the Manger in the processing unemployment claims

·         Facilitate, provide and assist in training (including orientation) to the workforce

·         Maintain and coordinate employee recognition programs

·         Assist the Manager in the employment process for entry level and technical job openings from hiring to termination

·         Review applications and interview applicants to match experience with specific job related requirements for entry level positions

·         Support the Manger to maintain a working relationship with Union officials and supports adherence to terms of labor contract

·         Actively involved in posting jobs in newspapers and websites as well as internally

·         Periodic support processing of facility payroll for hourly employees

·         Support sorting and distribution of US and interoffice mail

·         Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Education, Experience, and Skills Required:

·         Bilingual; (English/Spanish) excellent oral and written communication skills (REQUIRED)

·         Valid Driver’s license

·         Possess a 2 year degree and 2 or more years experience working directly in the Human Resources field

·         Possess some knowledge and/or experience in the areas of employment, recruitment, training, benefits, payroll, workers’ compensation, recordkeeping, and data entry

·         Able to exhibit a high level of confidentiality

·         Excellent computer experience in MS office programs and knowledge in HRIS ABRA is preferred

·         Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner

·         Ability to gather and analyze information skillfully

·         Ability to handle multiple tasks, be proactive, a self starter, enthusiastic and motivated to learn

·         Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Benefits

·         We offer a competitive benefits package.

Salary history or expectation required for consideration.