Patrick & Henry Community College
Human Resources Assistant
🇺🇸
Martinsville, VA
🕑
Part-Time
💰
$22
per Hour
💻
Human Resources
🗓️
March 16th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Patrick & Henry Community College is hiring a Human Resources Assistant to provide administrative and operational support within the Human Resources Office. The role involves managing onboarding and offboarding processes, document management, payroll support, responding to HR inquiries, and maintaining compliance with relevant regulations and policies.
Highlights
- Assist with routine Human Resources Office operations and functions.
- Serve as primary contact for employees and applicants, providing information and guidance or referring complex issues.
- Manage confidential situations with professionalism and diplomacy.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and institutional policies and regulations.
- Facilitate onboarding and offboarding processes and maintain records in Avature.
- Maintain and update employee accounts in the Commonwealth of Virginia Learning Center and assign new-hire training.
- Support payroll preparation by auditing timesheet approvals and following up with employees and supervisors.
- Review and maintain position requisitions and hiring documentation.
- Maintain employee records in Perceptive Content according to retention requirements.
- Associate’s degree or equivalent education/experience required; proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn HRIS systems needed.
- Part-time position with a hiring range of $21.64 per hour, working Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM as needed.
- Position supports Patrick & Henry Community College serving multiple counties in Virginia.
Human Resources Assistant Full Description
Human Resources Assistant
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | Human Resources Assistant
Role Title | Administrative & Office Specialist I
Role Code | 19011-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 1
Position Number | 285W0182
Agency | Patrick & Henry Community College
Division | Patrick & Henry Community College (Div)
Work Location | Martinsville - 690
Hiring Range | $21.64/hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time | Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Between 8AM and 5PM, Monday through Friday as needed.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.
Organizational Objectives:
P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the population of Virginia. This work stands to ensure the economic mobility of all people in our service region. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of all students and a commitment to helping each attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution. P&HCC continuously strives to provide students and staff with a positive environment that is welcoming and encourages connectivity through intentional behaviors that influence our campus culture and eliminates barriers to student success. Caring Campus is a collective effort to make students and employees feel welcome and connected to our college by instilling uplifting behaviors such as wearing name tags, warmly connecting students to necessary personnel, and openly engaging with students.
Purpose of Position:
P&HCC is seeking a self motivated professional and team player to serve as the assistant to the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Office, with primary responsibility for onboarding and offboarding processes, document management, payroll support, and employee assistance. This position serves as the first point of contact for the department and ensures HR‑related inquiries are addressed in a timely, accurate, and professional manner. Assist with the routine operations, functions, and duties of the Human Resources Office. Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and applicants, providing accurate information and guidance or referring complex matters to appropriate HR staff. Manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, Virginia Community College System (VCCS), Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM), and college policies and procedures. Facilitate and oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring completion of required documentation, adherence to procedures, and accurate recordkeeping in Avature. Maintain and update employee accounts in the Commonwealth of Virginia Learning Center (COVLC) and assign required new‑hire training. Provide guidance to employees on the use of statewide HR systems related to timekeeping, payroll, and online learning. Assist with payroll preparation by conducting weekly audits of timesheet approvals and following up with employees and supervisors as needed to ensure accurate payroll processing. Review and maintain position requisitions and recommendations for hire to ensure accurate documentation of hiring activity. Maintain employee files and records in Perceptive Content in accordance with recordkeeping and retention requirements. Perform periodic audits of HR records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Research, recommend, and collaborate with the HR team to improve HR processes and enhance the employee user experience.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior office experience, preferably in human resources or administrative support. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Ability to learn, adapt to, and effectively utilize multiple Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Additional Considerations | None
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | None
Role Title | Administrative & Office Specialist I
Role Code | 19011-SW
FLSA | Nonexempt
Pay Band | 1
Position Number | 285W0182
Agency | Patrick & Henry Community College
Division | Patrick & Henry Community College (Div)
Work Location | Martinsville - 690
Hiring Range | $21.64/hour
Emergency/Essential Personnel | No
EEO Category | E-Paraprofessional
Full Time or Part Time | Part Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | No
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | No
Work Schedule | Between 8AM and 5PM, Monday through Friday as needed.
Sensitive Position | No
Job Description
Patrick & Henry Community College is a comprehensive two-year institution committed to student success, lifelong learning, and enrichment of the quality of life in the region it serves. Serving Martinsville, Henry County, Patrick County, and the southern portion of Franklin County, P&HCC is a comprehensive open-door institution, accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award the associate degree. Patrick & Henry offers 29 associate degree programs, 12 certificate programs and 38 career studies certificate programs. The college also delivers a variety of nontraditional programs such as customized workforce development training, industry-recognized certifications, developmental and transitional programs, and courses for personal enrichment.
Organizational Objectives:
P&HCC staff members work with a student population that reflects the population of Virginia. This work stands to ensure the economic mobility of all people in our service region. Knowledge and understanding of specific needs of all students and a commitment to helping each attain educational success are critical responsibilities of our institution. P&HCC continuously strives to provide students and staff with a positive environment that is welcoming and encourages connectivity through intentional behaviors that influence our campus culture and eliminates barriers to student success. Caring Campus is a collective effort to make students and employees feel welcome and connected to our college by instilling uplifting behaviors such as wearing name tags, warmly connecting students to necessary personnel, and openly engaging with students.
Purpose of Position:
P&HCC is seeking a self motivated professional and team player to serve as the assistant to the Human Resources Department. The Human Resources Assistant provides administrative and operational support to the Human Resources Office, with primary responsibility for onboarding and offboarding processes, document management, payroll support, and employee assistance. This position serves as the first point of contact for the department and ensures HR‑related inquiries are addressed in a timely, accurate, and professional manner. Assist with the routine operations, functions, and duties of the Human Resources Office. Serve as the primary point of contact for employees and applicants, providing accurate information and guidance or referring complex matters to appropriate HR staff. Manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations, Virginia Community College System (VCCS), Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM), and college policies and procedures. Facilitate and oversee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring completion of required documentation, adherence to procedures, and accurate recordkeeping in Avature. Maintain and update employee accounts in the Commonwealth of Virginia Learning Center (COVLC) and assign required new‑hire training. Provide guidance to employees on the use of statewide HR systems related to timekeeping, payroll, and online learning. Assist with payroll preparation by conducting weekly audits of timesheet approvals and following up with employees and supervisors as needed to ensure accurate payroll processing. Review and maintain position requisitions and recommendations for hire to ensure accurate documentation of hiring activity. Maintain employee files and records in Perceptive Content in accordance with recordkeeping and retention requirements. Perform periodic audits of HR records to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance. Research, recommend, and collaborate with the HR team to improve HR processes and enhance the employee user experience.
Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.
KSA's/Required Qualifications | Associate’s degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior office experience, preferably in human resources or administrative support. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with discretion. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Ability to learn, adapt to, and effectively utilize multiple Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS). Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Additional Considerations | None
Operation of a State Vehicle | No
Supervises Employees | No
Required Travel | None
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | WGE_3079P
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 03/11/2026
Job Close Date | 03/25/2026
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | www.patrickhenry.edu
Contact Name | Kierra Stockton
Email | kstockton@patrickhenry.edu
Phone Number | (276) 656-0203
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94318
Recruitment Type | General Public - G
Number of Vacancies | 1
Position End Date (if temporary) |
Job Open Date | 03/11/2026
Job Close Date | 03/25/2026
Open Until Filled | No
Agency Website | www.patrickhenry.edu
Contact Name | Kierra Stockton
Email | kstockton@patrickhenry.edu
Phone Number | (276) 656-0203
Special Instructions to Applicants | In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.
Additional Information |
Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94318
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you meet the minimum education requirement of an associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience?
(Open Ended Question) - * Are you able to work part time during the College’s regular business hours? This would mean working 3 full 8 hours days and one 5 hour day per week.
(Open Ended Question) - * Why are you interested in working in Human Resources, and what interests you about this HR Assistant position specifically?
(Open Ended Question) - * Describe how you keep yourself organized when working on multiple tasks with deadlines.
(Open Ended Question) - * Give an example of a task where accuracy was critical. What steps did you take to ensure your work was correct?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Unofficial Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Unofficial Transcript 2
- Alternative Hiring Process Letter
- License
- (877) 340-5577
- ats@ssc.vccs.edu
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