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SalaryAbout You:
You are quick-learning, detail-oriented and get things done quickly. You enjoy making co-workers’ lives easier. You have exceptional attention to detail, exemplary communication skills and a strong service ethic. You get excited about learning new software systems. You exercise excellent judgement and discretion when dealing with confidential matters.
About the Job:
This position is a great start to a career in HR! As our People & Culture Assistant, you’ll provide support across all areas of our People & Culture department with focus on the People Operations Team.
Specific tasks may include:
- Administrative support to Director and Managers of P&C department
- Maintaining digital and paper files
- Supporting Onboarding of new hires
- Scheduling meetings
- Drafting emails and managing team inbox
- Occasionally support office events such as happy hours or bagel days
- Updating employee policy documents
- Organize out-of-town employee visits to the Berkeley office
- Assisting with a variety of People & Culture department projects
Qualifications:
- Exceptional organizational skills, strong detail orientation, rapid data entry ability.
- Proficiency with MS Office required, advanced Excel skills a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent time management and prioritization skills.
- Ability to work at a computer desk for prolonged periods of time.
- Friendly, helpful and upbeat personality with a strong desire to assist fellow employees
- Unwavering good discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
- Enthusiastic about working for Backroads and have a passion for active travel and the outdoors.
About the Department:
At Backroads, our people are our most cherished resource. The People & Culture department puts people first in a way that supports both our employees and the business. Within the People & Culture area there are two teams. Our People Operations team is responsible for compliance, benefits, compensation, payroll, and other employee programs. Our Talent Development Team is responsible for recruiting, hiring & onboarding, developing culture, centralizing training, and supporting performance management.
About Backroads:
At Backroads we’re passionate about connecting our guests with so many of the most beautiful places in the world. We use our four-plus decades of expertise to create exceptional biking, hiking, and multi-adventure trips in over 50 countries for people wanting a deeper and richer travel experience. We travel on land as well as by small luxury ships on active river and ocean cruises. Our trips are for all ages – including dedicated itineraries just for families. We are known for our unwavering attention to quality. We have a dynamic work environment and a strong company culture.
Why Backroads:
At Backroads, we value every single member of our staff, and we’re proud to offer a dynamic work environment that enables growth. Your colleagues will be some of the most dedicated, competent, active, and fun people you will ever meet. A job at Backroads is unlike any other job you will ever have – you will be challenged, you will be inspired, and you will be gratified. No matter what you do here, you will be part of something that makes us all proud – delivering authentic, enriching, and often profoundly life-changing experiences. On top of all that, we have some pretty great benefits and perks:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match, flex plan, and parental leave
- Generous paid time off, 8 paid holidays, and additional time off to go on Backroads trips!
- Complimentary trips and trip discounts for employees, and trip discounts for employees’ friends and family!
- Outdoor industry discounts and deals
- Alternative commuter incentives for biking, walking, carpooling, or using public transportation to get to work
- Wellness programs and regular lunchtime bike rides and yoga
Backroads is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Salary Ranges:
$25.00 - $28.85Our office roles are onsite in our Berkeley headquarters, unless specifically noted as 'available for remote'. We do allow one work-from-home day a week, as well as one work-from-anywhere week per year. This pay range is intended for in-person work in our Berkeley, CA headquarters. Pay ranges for remote-eligible roles will be subject to adjustment based on the geolocation of the employee.
