Human Resources Assistant

As a food bank, Feeding America West Michigan gathers and distributes food to relieve hunger and increase food security in West Michigan and the Upper Peninsula. This work aims to foster a community in which all neighbors are nourished and empowered within an equitable food system. By becoming a food banker, you can help make this vision a reality!

We are seeking an experienced HR Assistant looking to grow within a well-respected community focused non-profit organization. The HR Assistant supports Feeding America West Michigan Mission with multiple human resources functions. This position includes support in recruiting, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, and HR legal compliance. Along with management and implementation of company policies ensuring adherence to labor laws. The HR Assistant will report to the Chief Human Resources Officer working with the administrative department consisting of 4 other team members.

Essential Job Functions:

Manage HRIS system in support of the CHRO

Support CHRO in legal compliance including FMLA, DOL, EEOC, OSHA, and ACA regulations, compliance, licensing, and filing

Provide HR administrative support that includes data entry, file maintenance and record retention

Assist with internal/external HR related inquiries and requests

Employee Relations-Onboarding and offboarding, performance management, recruitment, pre-employment and payroll processing using HRIS software

Support CHRO in benefits administration

Assist the CHRO in ensuring job descriptions are updated and electronically filed consistently

Act as a champion to increase employee engagement including: Membership and support of the Employee Event Committee as a liaison between the EEC and the CHRO, actively work with the CHRO to develop mentorship opportunities to fit employee needs. Annual employee engagement survey support. Employee training and support as needed

Assist CHRO in policy formulation, implementation including updates to the FAWM Employee Handbook

Professional and Personal Requirements:

Regular attendance and attention to punctuality are required for a person to be successful in this role

High school education and HR certifications required

Experience in Human Resources support or management

Maintain strict confidentiality in employee records, donors, vendors, and guests.

Microsoft Office skills including Outlook 365, Word, Excel, SharePoint and OneDrive experience

Ability to work with a diverse staff

Exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Ability to gain and maintain trust and respect among staff

Dedication and adherence to the Feeding America Mission, Vision and Values as stated below.

Desire to grow and learn in a Human Resources capacity

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Trustworthy, friendly, welcoming demeanor

Communicating effectively as appropriate for the needs of the audience

Time Management - Managing one's own time effectively