Payroll HR Administrator

Human Resources Assistant Pay: $26$30/hour (DOE) Status: Full-Time Schedule: On-site in Fresno, CA at a corporate office (professional business attire) Position Overview: We are seeking a sharp, detail-driven Human Resources Assistant to support HR leadership in a fast-paced, professional environment. This role reports directly to HR leadership and requires someone who can think critically, research independently, and handle sensitive information with discretion. This is not an entry-level HR role. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience working in an HR department and is comfortable supporting payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee relations. We are looking for someone who is: Highly organized Naturally curious and solution-oriented Comfortable asking questions and verifying information Able to balance administrative work with judgment-based HR tasks Core Responsibilities Administrative & HR Operations Provide day-to-day administrative support to HR leadership Maintain accurate, confidential employee records (digital and paper) Enter, update, and audit employee data in the HRIS Coordinate schedules for interviews, meetings, and orientations Prepare routine HR correspondence and internal documentation Onboarding & New Hire Support Prepare onboarding materials and new hire documentation Collect and track employment eligibility documentation Communicate with new hires prior to start date Coordinate and support new hire orientations Payroll & Timekeeping Support Assist leadership with timesheet corrections and audits Identify discrepancies or missing information for review Process biweekly payroll for a small employee population Upload retirement contribution files to the plan administrator Upload FSA contribution files to the benefits administrator Benefits Administration Support Distribute benefits enrollment materials and required notices Answer basic employee benefit questions and escalate complex issues Process qualifying life event documentation under guidance Maintain accurate benefits records and confirmations Assist with annual open enrollment preparation and tracking Leave & Compliance Support Distribute and track leave of absence documentation (FMLA, CFRA, PDL) Monitor form deadlines and receipt Maintain leave tracking logs and supporting documentation Route complex or sensitive matters to HR leadership Recruiting & Hiring Support Schedule interviews and meet-and-greet appointments Coordinate with external staffing partners as needed Prepare offer letter templates for leadership review Route recruiter and agency inquiries appropriately Training & Compliance Tracking Track completion of required trainings and certifications Maintain accurate training logs and records Distribute required state and federal employee notices as needed Employee Relations Support Serve as an initial point of contact for general HR questions Route employee concerns to HR leadership Maintain professionalism, neutrality, and confidentiality at all times HR Systems & Recordkeeping Scan, file, and archive HR documents in an organized digital system Run basic HR reports as directed Perform regular audits to ensure data accuracy Professional Expectations Follow direction from HR leadership Ask questions when uncertain and avoid assumptions Verify information before acting Handle confidential information with care and discretion Demonstrate strong attention to detail and organization Qualifications Prior experience working in an HR department required Payroll processing experience required Strong administrative, research, and problem-solving skills High level of professionalism and discretion Comfortable working with HR systems and digital recordkeeping Ideally would have OnePoint Payroll software experience INDHP

Created: 2026-03-04