Job Description

NRECA’s Human Resources (HR) Department strives to deliver Service Excellence as #oneHR. We work collaboratively to deliver programs and solutions as a caring business partner.  We consult, advice and help managers and employees accomplish their goals, while supporting their  individual needs.  We provide the full scope of HR services and employment life cycle support to ensure we attract, retain and develop the best and brightest people to serve our mission.

We are looking for a talented, detail-oriented Senior Human Resources Assistant to provide vital support across the various human resources functions. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, proactive professional with a passion for delivering exceptional service. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and have strong communications, technology, and problem-solving skills, we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides critical operational and administrative support across various Human Resources functions.

• Supports employee programs and processes, including onboarding, separation, recognition programs, benefit enrollments, and payroll workflow.

• Coordinates HR team meetings and logistics for learning and development events.

• Processes invoices and monitors department budget.

• Manages employee records and ensures data accuracy in human capital management system (Workday).

• Plays a key role in maintaining confidentiality and supporting business continuity within the department.

Direct Reports to this Position:

N/A

Qualifications

Required Qualifications and Skills

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2 or more years of experience working across the various Human Resources functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field preferred.
• Experiencing using HRIS systems and Microsoft Excel required. Workday experience preferred.
• SHRM and HRCI certifications, or willingness to obtain them, desired.

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

Essential Physical Requirements:

• The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
• Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated for light work.

Disclaimer Statement: The preceding job description has been written to reflect management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.

Additional Requirement:

The preceding job description has been written to reflect management’s assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

NRECA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail [email protected] or call: 703-907-5992 - NRECA Arlington Human Resources. Please call 402-483-9275 - NRECA Lincoln Human Resources, for Lincoln, NE employment opportunities. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently released the 'Know Your Rights' poster, which updates and replaces the previous "EEO is the Law" poster and "EEO Is the Law Poster Supplement". 

Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination. NRECA will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay. Please see the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision for more information.

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