HR Assistant Jobs in Maine

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 Assistant (Part-time)

  • Bangor, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bangor, ME
  • 30+ days ago

. + Responsible for distributing and tracking performance evaluation + Assists HR Manager with Open Enrollment, Benefits Fairs + Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned Maine Veterans Homes...

Project Assistant - Human Resources

  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portland, ME
  • 30+ days ago

University of Maine System Project Assistant - Human Resources in Portland , Maine IMPORTANT: This is a cross-listing to the USM jobs site. To learn more and to apply, please click here. The...

Human Resources Assistant

  • Camden, ME
  • 60+ days ago
  • Camden, ME
  • 60+ days ago

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical/ Human Resources Assistant Date Posted: 1/31/2025 Location: Five Town CSD/MSAD #28 - Camden, ME Date Available: Immediate Closing Date: When Candidate Found...

675-HR Assistant Team Leader

  • Augusta, ME
  • 90+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME
  • 90+ days ago

Application Deadline: February 2, 2025 Live, serve, and explore Maines wilderness, coast, and mountains with Maine Conservation Corps (MCC). Assistant Team Leaders (ATLs) serve on small teams,...

Demographic Data for Maine

Moving to Maine? Find some basic demographic data about Maine below.


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Salary for HR Assistant Jobs in Maine

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHR research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for HR Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

HR Assistants in Maine 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 Maine
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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