LOCATION: 1036 W Tunnel Blvd, Houma, LA 70360
SCHEDULE: 40 Hours, Monday – Friday, (8 AM – 5 PM)
SUPERVISOR: Human Resources Director
POSITION SUMMARY: The Human Resources Assistant is responsible for record keeping and assists with all facets within the Human Resources Department.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides the Synergy Bank standard of excellence in customer service.
- Maintains honesty and the highest level of ethical standards.
- Assists with maintaining accurate documentation of all applications, interviews, hiring, transfers, and terminations within both the HRIS and the ATS.
- Assists within maintenance of the benefits administration system.
- Assist with new hire onboarding and preparation for new employee orientations.
- Reconcile insurance invoices to anticipated changes.
- Maintains employee personnel files.
- Submits HR related invoices to Accounts Payable.
- Maintains birthday and anniversary calendar data as well as recognition initiatives.
- Responds to verification of employment requests.
- Complies with all Federal and State laws governing employees and employment.
- Assists with time and attendance records and payroll processing.
- Assists in all employee-related functions both inside and outside of the Bank.
- Participates in the Bank-wide sales and referral incentive program.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and a basic understanding of Microsoft Excel.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail.
- Ability to comprehend and analyze information in order to draw a conclusion.
- Ability to maintain composure, suppress extreme emotions, control anger, and avoid aggressive behavior even in trying situations.
- Ability to establish and maintain interpersonal relationships to relate with co-workers, customers, and peers.
- Must always be looking for ways to help others.
- Must be aware of the actions and reactions of others and respond appropriately.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to manage your time and organize and prioritize daily tasks.
- Ability to present a business professional appearance.
- Must have reliable transportation to commute to and from work.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR Management or business-related field; or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of Employment law.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
- Previous Human Resources experience.
- Previous experience with a bank.
- Previous payroll experience.
COMMUNICATION:
- Must be able to provide and accept information to or from supervisors, co-workers, and customers both verbally and in written format.
- Must be able to actively listen and give your full attention to what others are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to work at a computer station in front of a monitor for up to 4 hours at a time without the opportunity for a break.
- Must be able to interact with the public utilizing various methods of communication.
- Employee may be required to squat and remain in that position for short periods of time while searching for and/or reaching for files at ground level. This could occur as few or as many times as necessary to accomplish the requested task.
MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have the attention span to stay alert and attentive during a normal 8-hour workday.
- The Human Resources Assistant must be able to make sound, quick decisions based on the facts of a situation, and remain calm and in control in a possible ever-changing environment or an emergency.
- Must be able to follow instructions and procedures exactly as trained or directed by his or her supervisor.
- Must be able to listen to, grasp, and respond positively to supervision and instructions by Management.
- Physical and cognitive ability to perform the essential functions duties and functions of his/her job.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled