We are looking for a Human Resources (HR) Assistant to provide part-time support for a nonprofit preschool and childcare center in Seattle, Washington. This Long-term Contract position focuses on strengthening employee support, answering HR-related questions, and helping maintain smooth daily people operations in an early learning environment. The role is well suited for someone who brings a collaborative, coaching-oriented approach to employee relations and understands the operational needs of educators and center staff. You will work closely with internal team members and external HR resources to help keep administrative processes organized and responsive.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as a first point of contact for staff questions, concerns, and routine human resources matters, providing clear guidance and timely follow-up.
• Support day-to-day HR administration by maintaining records, tracking employee documentation, and assisting with standard personnel processes.
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new hires, including paperwork completion, follow-up on required screening steps, and readiness for a smooth start.
• Assist with recruitment-related tasks connected to hiring needs, including support for the search and coordination process for a Center Director.
• Partner with employees and leadership to help foster positive workplace relationships through a supportive and development-focused HR approach.
• Use HRIS and related systems to update employee information and help ensure data is accurate, organized, and accessible.
• Collaborate with external HR support through Paychex when more complex employee or compliance questions require additional guidance.
• Contribute to administrative activities related to HR tools or process updates when needed, while helping minimize disruption for staff.
• Prepare and manage HR documents, communications, and scheduling using Google Suite and other standard office tools.
• Previous experience in human resources administration, employee relations, or onboarding support.
• Background working in childcare, preschool, early learning, or a similar education-centered environment is strongly preferred.
• Understanding of staffing considerations in settings that operate with child-to-teacher ratio requirements.
• Ability to approach employee concerns with professionalism, empathy, and a coaching mindset.
• Experience using HRIS platforms and maintaining accurate personnel records.
• Familiarity with Paychex and comfort working with external HR partners for issue resolution.
• Proficiency with Google Suite for communication, scheduling, and document management.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a part-time support role.
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