Human Resources (HR) Assistant

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We are looking for an organized Human Resources Assistant to support day-to-day HR operations in Kansas City, Kansas. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can handle administrative tasks with accuracy while helping create a smooth experience for employees throughout onboarding and ongoing HR processes. The role will work closely with internal teams to maintain records, coordinate pre-employment activities, and assist with employee-related matters in a detail-focused and timely manner.Responsibilities:• Support daily human resources activities by maintaining employee documentation, updating records, and ensuring information is entered accurately in HR systems.• Coordinate onboarding tasks for new hires, including preparing paperwork, tracking completion steps, and helping employees transition into the organization successfully.• Assist with background screening activities by gathering required information, monitoring progress, and following up to keep hiring timelines on track.• Manage HRIS updates to reflect personnel changes, employment details, and other key data while helping preserve data integrity.• Respond to routine employee questions and provide administrative support related to policies, procedures, and general HR matters.• Help address employee relations concerns by documenting issues, routing inquiries appropriately, and supporting follow-up actions when needed.• Partner with hiring managers and internal stakeholders to ensure HR processes are completed efficiently and in alignment with company standards.