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NEOGOV · 1 day ago

Human Resources Associate I

Hampton, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$41K/yr - $49K/yr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is seeking a dedicated Human Resources Associate I to join the City of Hampton's HR team. This role is essential for providing support services for both internal and external stakeholders, acting as the first point of contact at the HR department, coordinating onboarding logistics, and ensuring accurate data management.

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Responsibilities

Serving as the face of the HR department: Acting as the first point of contact at the front desk, welcoming visitors, answering inquiries, responding to emails and delivering outstanding customer service

Supporting the new hire experience: Coordinating onboarding logistics, generating and distributing employee badges, and ensuring a smooth transition for new employees

Ensuring accurate data management: Conducting personnel data entry for existing employees, position changes, and other personnel actions while maintaining organized, up-to-date personnel records

Providing foundational HR support: Assisting with employee inquiries and guiding them through initial HR processes while collaborating with HR team members on various projects

Qualification

Human Resources Information SystemsData entryCustomer serviceOrganizational skillsMultitaskingProblem-solvingTeam collaborationAttention to detail

Required

Graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED

Requires a minimum of 1-2 years of administrative experience, preferably within HR or a related environment

Requires a minimum of one (1) year of data entry, automated record keeping, document scanning and administrative support in the areas of recruitment, new employee orientation and employee relations

Experience with computers to include word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, database management, internet and email as well as data entry operations in and Human Resources Information Systems

Must successfully pass a background check related to the position prior to an offer of employment or promotion

A strong customer service orientation with a welcoming and professional demeanor

Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and multitasking skills

Flexibility to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

Ability to work collaboratively with a team and independently when needed

Sound judgment and attention to detail in every task

Preferred

Some college coursework in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field

Benefits

Sentara Health Medical Insurance

OptumRx

Delta Dental Insurance

Anthem Blue View Vision

FSA Reimbursement accounts

Accident and Critical Illness

Trust Mark Universal Life Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Virginia 529

Mission Square: 457 / Roth IRS / Roth 457 (b) IRA

Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.

Maternity Leave

Parental Bonding Leave

Care for Sick Parent Leave

Birthday Leave

Personal day (available every quarter)

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Employee's birthday

A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation.

Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.

Training and Career Development: The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through educational programs leading to a degree, skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and coursework to renew and update skills.

Medical/Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family.

Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.

Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.