Human resource assistant Jobs in Seattle, WA

Human Resources Coordinator

Salary Range: $26.80 Hourly (This is a fixed hourly wage rate. No wage range exists).

Benefits

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision after 30 days of employment with free Back + Joint Care Program
• Free Short-Term Disability (up to $750/week). Long-Term Disability at cost (up to $10K/month) after 30 days of employment
• Free Basic Life Insurance + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan after 30 days of employment (1.5 times of annual salary)
• Paytient Healthcare Spending
• 401k after 30 days of employment with company match (100% of salary deferrals up to the first 3% and 50% of salary deferrals on next 2%)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan (accrue from day one at a rate of 0.061 hours per regular hour worked, use on 91st day of employment)
• Voluntary Life + Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Plan
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Travel Assistance Program

Other Benefits

• Hotel discounts at 10,000+ global destinations (nightly rates as low as $45)
• Parking: Discounted parking in hotel garage ($7/day or $140 monthly pass)
• 50% subsidy for public transportation expenses
• Referral program of $250 per successfully referred new hire
• Complimentary cafeteria meals
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Employee Exercise Room
• Community Service Events
• This position is eligible for overtime

Why The Renaissance Seattle Hotel?

Were you always the curious kid that opened every cabinet, peeked behind every door, and never passed up the opportunity to ask "why"? If that sounds like you, then the Renaissance is the place for you! Here at the Renaissance Seattle we welcome you to bring your personal style to every experience and interaction and encourage the curiosity and the "why" in you. If you've got authentic style, a natural curiosity, and a warm way with people, then come live the Renaissance way. live life to Discover. If you're passionate about your neighborhood, always looking to explore places one wouldn't find in a travel guide and love making new and exciting discoveries then the Renaissance Seattle is the right place for you to shine, explore, and grow! The Renaissance isn't just a place to spend the night, it's a place with style just as unique and adventurous as yours. We're not just looking for anyone We're looking for YOU!

Where do you want your career to go? It's up to you. A lifer in your discipline great, we know you will perform exceptionally every day. Would you like to explore other disciplines at some point? There is no better opportunity than this one. Striving to be a Human Resources Manager, Human Resources Director, General Manager or more? We'll support you all the way.

About Our Management Company

• The R.C. Hedreen Company is Seattle's pre-eminent hotel developer. The company built the Hilton, Crowne Plaza, Renaissance, Grand Hyatt, Hyatt at Olive 8, Hyatt Regency, and more to come
• Ownership is also the management company No red tape
• The company values longevity nearly half of our team has been with us 5+ years

About Our Hotel

• 4th largest hotel in Seattle with 557 rooms, 28,000 sq. ft of meeting space
• Stable operation hotel has never been sold
• Three onsite Beverage and Food outlets, The Fig & The Judge Restaurant, the 515 Bar & Lounge, The 515 Coffee Bar

Job Summary

We are seeking a Human Resources Coordinator to provide clerical and administrative support to the Human Resources department, delivering exemplary customer service to our internal and external customers in a busy, fast-paced environment. Our staff take care of our guests, and Human Resources takes care of the staff. This position reports to the Human Resources Director, and the primary responsibilities listed below, include and are not limited to the following:

• Welcome and acknowledge each and every internal and external customer with a smile, eye contact, and a friendly verbal greeting, using their name when possible
• Anticipate our internal customers' needs, asking questions to understand, and exceed their expectations whenever possible
• Organize, label, and maintain filing
• Assist with recruiting. Duties to include but not limited to: scheduling, preparing interview materials, updating job postings, performing background and reference checks and work authorization verification
• Administer new hire paperwork for each new hire completed; maintain new hire paperwork packets
• Minor benefit administration
• Conduct New Hire Orientation as needed; prepare and maintain New Hire Orientation Packets
• Assist with planning and scheduling employee events, participate in employee committees and assist with recognition programs
• Administer the Employee Awards order plaques, etc.
• Conduct Beverage & Food permit audits
• Deliver and pick up mail
• Order/process/maintain Orca Passes, and act as the Commute Trip Reduction liaison, responsible for annual survey
• Answer telephone using appropriate phone etiquette

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Professional demeanor
• Well-versed in Microsoft Word, Excel and other basic computer applications and programs aptitude and willingness to learn new programs independently
• Previous experience with HRIS Systems, specifically ADP.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Patience and tact, particularly during fast-paced or challenging situations
• Ability to be flexible and switch course for employee / organizational / business needs
• Must be dependable, with the ability to maintain confidentiality with integrity
• Detail oriented, self-motivated, high ethical standards

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's degree in related field, extensive experience in Human Resources may be considered in lieu of degree
• 2 years of experience in a Human Resources position
• Prior Experience with ADP HRIS System
• Computer skills and with a high degree of accuracy
• Experience working in a fast-paced customer service environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Human Resources Certificate, SHRM-CP or PHR
• Experience in the hospitality industry

Renaissance Seattle is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Renaissance Seattle does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local laws. Consistent with these obligations, Renaissance Seattle also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Washington State is an "at-will" state and as such both employer and employee reserve the right to terminate employment at any time, with or without notice or cause, except as otherwise provided by law.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified and are subject to reasonable adaptations at any time, as the company requires. This job description is not a contract and may be adjusted as deemed appropriate in the employer's sole discretion. For inquiries regarding this specific job posting, please e-mail us at hr@renaissanceseattle.com.