HR Assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA

A HR Assistant, or Human Resources Assistant, plays a crucial role in the human resources industry by providing support to HR professionals in completing administrative tasks related to the hiring, onboarding, benefit administration and employee records maintenance processes. They often act as the liaison between HR management and employees, providing information and help with HR-related issues. HR Assistants also handle tasks such as scheduling meetings, maintaining HR databases, and assisting with recruitment and staffing logistics. They may also assist in payroll preparation and manage employee queries regarding HR policies and procedures.

Essential skills for a HR Assistant include excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. They should be detail-oriented, have good time-management skills, and be proficient with MS Office Suite and HR software, like HRIS or HRMS. Although not always required, a HR Certification, such as aPHR (Associate Professional in Human Resources), can be beneficial for career advancement. Before becoming a HR Assistant, a person may hold roles such as Administrative Assistant, Office Coordinator, or Recruitment Coordinator.

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Human Resources Technician

  • Redlands, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redlands, CA (13 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 3 days ago

About the Employer Sage Oak is a non-classroom based charter school dedicated to personalized education, independent learning, cultivating diversity, and community service. We are seeking...

HR Assistant I

  • La Verne, CA (23 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • La Verne, CA (23 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Administrative and HR Assistant - Bilingual Mandarin Requirements Bachelors degree in related fields At least 1-2 years in HR or Admin related roles Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Multitasking...

HR Administrative Assistant

  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Kickstart Your HR Career: HR Administrative Assistant Opportunity at Leading Footwear Company! Staffmark is seeking a skilled and professional HR Administrative Assistant for a direct-hire...

Human Resources Technician II

  • Riverside, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 10 days ago

The County of Riversides' Human Resources Department is seeking a Human Resources Technician II to support the Employee Services division in Riverside. The Human Resources Technician II will be...

Temporary Human Resources Technician I/II

  • Riverside, CA
  • 23 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 23 days ago

The County of Riverside's Department of Human Resources - Temporary Assignment Program (TAP) has an opportunity for a Temporary Human Resources Technician I/II to support the Recruiting Division....

HR Assistant - Human Resources

  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 28 days ago
  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Riverside, CA)
  • 28 days ago

Know Your Rights: Privacy Notice for California Applicants: Responsibilities The HR Assistant processes new hire paperwork, background checks, coordinates drug screens and completes the I9/E-Verify....

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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

HR Assistants in Riverside, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
48.4%
Master's Degree
21.2%
Associate's Degree
10.6%
High School or GED
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Some College
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.4%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by HR Assistants in Riverside, CA
1-2 years
34.0%
Less than 1 year
30.9%
2-4 years
25.6%
4-6 years
5.5%
6-8 years
2.7%
10+ years
1.4%



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