Human Resources Assistant

Boston Inc. dba Furniture & ApplianceMart/Ashley Furniture HomeStores has an opening for a Human Resources Assistant. This is a part-time position that will work between 24 - 30 hours per week, based out of our Distribution Center at 2917 Business Park Dr. in Stevens Point.

Responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to:

• Timely processing and administration of benefits with various carriers and employees
• Screen, direct and answer incoming calls for the department in a professional and courteous manner
• Schedule candidates for interviews with employment staff which may include coordinating travel arrangements
• Coordinate with employment and communications staff on the posting of positions in a timely and accurate manner
• Review and process new hire paperwork for accuracy and completeness while ensuring compliance with I-9 and W-4 requirements
• Prepare and maintain applicant and employee files ensuring employment paperwork is filed accurately and timely
• Compile new hire orientation packets and other miscellaneous paperwork
• General data entry into various systems
• Back up support for new hire orientations
• Back up support for the interview process

Qualifications include:

• Proven communication skills
• Skilled in managing and accurately processing a volume of confidential employee/applicant information.
• Use of judgment and problem-solving skills when dealing with employees/management in sensitive and confidential situations.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage multiple tasks while working independently.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills required.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• Minimum six months clerical or administrative experience required preferably in human resources

We are a family owned company with 40 years of experience in the furniture, appliance and electronic retail industry. We offer a competitive benefit package which includes: Health, dental, life and disability insurance, vacation time, 401(k) w/ matching options, along with generous employee discounts. In addition, we are an Ownership Thinking organization where there is a shared incentive plan where every employee can receive extra bonuses! If you are interested in joining our family, visit our website at www.famstores.com to complete an online application. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.