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GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Human Resource Assistant will perform clerical and administrative tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the agency’s human resource department. Responsibilities include:
· Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of human resource files, records, and documentation; ensuring information is accurate and up-to-date.
· Processes, verifies, and maintains personnel related documentation, including staffing, recruitment, training, grievances, performance evaluations, classifications, and employee leaves of absence.
· Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees in accordance with agency policies, or benefit plan documents. Refers more complex questions or situations to the appropriate HR staff.
· Performs activities related to recruitment, selection, and screening of job applicants through position postings, background checks on applicants, drug tests, reference checks, and verification of credentials. Interviews job applicants to obtain complete information on work history, training, education, or job skills.
· Assists with or conducts onboarding activities for new employees.
· Performs clerical tasks to assist with administering employee benefit programs and worker's compensation claims as needed.
· Prepares and distributes correspondence to internal and external clients as needed/directed.
· Performs routine activities per HR calendar of events (weekly, monthly, quarterly, annually, etc.)
· Examines employee files to answer inquiries and provide information for personnel actions.
· Assists with planning and execution of events such as benefits open enrollment, internal and external training events, or other agency activities as assigned.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid NC Driver’s License required. Drug testing and criminal background check required. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
DESIRABLE EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Associates degree preferably with a concentration in Human Resources, business administration or a related field; 3 years of work experience in Human Resources administration or administrative support preferably in a governmental setting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform this job. Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) are a plus.
The mission of the Raleigh Housing Authority is to provide safe, quality, affordable housing to low and moderate income families in the greater Raleigh community, and to promote personal responsibility and self-sufficiency of residents while maintaining the fiscal integrity of the agency.
Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA) offers a diverse and interesting array of services that provide for various opportunities for employment and a gratifying work experience with the opportunity for growth within the agency. We offer career opportunities in the following areas: Administrative, Clerical, Accounting, Finance, Information Technology, Human Resources, Housing Eligibility, Housing Inspections, Property Management, Contract Administration, Real Estate Development, Skilled Trades, Landscaping and Grounds, and General Maintenance.
RHA is an equal opportunity employer. We fully comply with all applicable laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, political or labor affiliation, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetic information.
The State of North Carolina chartered the Raleigh Housing Authority (RHA), in 1938. The first two developments constructed to replace substandard housing in the City of Raleigh were occupied in 1940 and 1941. Currently, RHA owns and manages over 1,400 public housing units and administers over 3,921 Section 8 vouchers. The occupancy rate for public housing is 99+% and the Section 8 Program is 100% utilized. There is a waiting list for both programs.
RHA has a nine-member Board of Commissioners that provides oversight for the Authority. Under HUD’s report card called the Public Housing Assessment System, RHA is rated as a “High Performer”. Our most recent score was 97 out of 100. RHA is active in the following areas:
Capital Fund Program
Resident Initiatives
Housing for Seniors
