Human Resources Assistant

Human Resources Assistant

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students.

MHS is seeking a Human Resources Assistant (HRA) to serve as the first point of contact for the Human Resources Department. This full-time, on-site role is essential to the smooth operation of the HR team functions, providing support to employees, students, applicants/ candidates, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist all HR visitors and direct inquiries appropriately

• Maintain the HR reception area and coordinate departmental services

• Manage office supplies, scan and file documents, and perform data entry

• Process invoices and purchase orders

• Lead background clearance processes, including FBI fingerprinting

• Collect and process student hiring paperwork, including I-9 documentation

• Process online onboarding tasks from the ATS (applicant tracking system) to PeopleSoft HRIS integrated system

• Process new hires in E-Verify system

• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain confidentiality

• Support various administrative functions as needed

Location: Hershey, PA On-site Monday through Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Compensation: $19.45 – $25.96 per hour + comprehensive benefits package

Why Join MHS?
At MHS, you’ll be part of a mission-driven community that values excellence, compassion, and opportunity. You’ll help shape the lives of students while working in a supportive and purpose-filled environment.

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  High School Diploma or GED required

• 3 or more years in a HR office with a high degree of familiarity with background checking and hiring procedures preferred

• Demonstrated success in an administrative support role in a busy and dynamic setting

• Proficient with the utilization of office equipment and ability to troubleshoot

• Proficiency with Microsoft applications & databases required. HRIS/Peoplesoft experience a plus

• Demonstrated skills in customer service, problem-solving, and continuous improvement

• Strong interpersonal skills and proficiency in working in high performance teams

• Willingness to engage with students beyond core job duties

• High level of integrity and professionalism, serving as a role model for students.