Human Resources (HR) Assistant – Regional Support (Contract)

About the role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented Human Resources Assistant to support regional HR operations for an organization headquartered in Pennsylvania. This contract role balances administrative precision with employee support across multiple states, ensuring smooth onboarding, off‑boarding, and ongoing HR processes.

Key responsibilities

• Assist HR partners with day‑to‑day coordination, documentation, and follow‑up on employee matters.
• Manage onboarding and separation activities, including paperwork, background screenings, and status updates.
• Draft employment documents such as offer letters and track pre‑employment items.
• Enter and update personnel changes in HR systems (role changes, compensation adjustments, transfers, resignations, terminations).
• Maintain confidential employee files and HR data with accuracy and compliance.
• Support audits, reporting requests, and process‑improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal HR specialists and business stakeholders to address regional workforce needs and employee inquiries.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience in HR support, coordination, or a similar administrative role.
• Hands‑on experience with onboarding, employee documentation, and record maintenance.
• Familiarity with candidate screening, new‑employee paperwork, and employment eligibility documentation.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a multi‑state environment.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.

Required skills

• Working knowledge of HRIS platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.