Lehigh University is hiring a Human Resources Assistant to provide essential support focused on benefits administration, data entry, and compliance. The role requires managing employee benefits processes, assisting with compliance audits and document management, and serving as the first point of contact for general benefits inquiries while supporting broader HR initiatives.
Highlights
Process benefits enrollments, changes, and leave management requests accurately and timely
Maintain employee data in HR systems and support payroll adjustments related to benefits
Assist with compliance audits, document management, and records retention
Serve as a first point of contact for general benefits inquiries and guide employees
Support HR events including open enrollment and benefit communications
Reconcile benefits invoices and collaborate with payroll and finance teams
Provide general administrative support to the HR department
Required qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and 1-3 years relevant experience
Must have strong data entry skills, discretion handling sensitive information, and clear communication abilities
Familiarity with HRIS platforms and office productivity tools is necessary
Salary range approximately $37,190 to $44,640, subject to experience and qualifications