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Human Resources Assistant III

🇺🇸 Huntington, WV

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $33K - $38K

💻 Human Resources

🗓️ June 11th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

Marshall University is hiring a Human Resources Assistant III. This role involves providing essential support to the HR department by handling administrative tasks such as processing new employee forms, maintaining accurate records, conducting new hire orientations, and assisting with policy compliance and training. The position also includes responsibilities like managing office supplies, processing transactions in Banner, and generating HR reports.

Highlights
  • Serves as the main point of contact for HR inquiries.
  • Manages new hire processes and maintains employee records.
  • Assists with HR policy communication and compliance.
  • Processes routine HR functions and manages correspondence.
  • Salary range: $33,381 - $38,389.
  • Requires an Associate's degree or technical school degree and 2 years of related experience.
  • Preferred Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources.

Human Resources Assistant III Full Description

Human Resources Assistant III

Position Details
 Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia. Founded in 1837 and named after Chief Justice John Marshall, definer of the Constitution, Marshall University advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. We are located in downtown Huntington, West Virginia, with additional locations in South Charleston, Point Pleasant, Teays Valley and Beckley. Marshall University’s mission, inspired by our Vision and Creed, includes a commitment to:
  • Offer a wide range of high quality, affordable, and accessible undergraduate, graduate, and professional education that prepares students to think, learn, work, and live in an evolving global society.
  • Create opportunities and experiences to foster understanding and appreciation of the rich diversity of thought and culture.
  • Maintain a dynamic intellectual, artistic, and cultural life by promoting and supporting research and creative activities by undergraduates, graduates, and faculty.
  • Contribute to the quality of life of the community, region, and beyond through applied research, economic development, health care, and cultural enrichment.
  • Cultivate the development of an inclusive, just, and equitable community.

 Come Meet Marshall and discover what it means to be part of the Marshall University family!

 Come join our Herd!
 We are committed to attracting and retaining quality faculty and staff. In doing so, Marshall University offers outstanding benefit packages to  eligible employees only. (E-Class in the job posting). Marshall University Research Corporation (MURC) employees have different benefit options than those listed below. 
  • Work week is 37.5 hrs.
  • A great highlight in December is that Marshall University employees receive almost two weeks off for Winter Break!
  • Holidays – Employees receive 13 Paid Holidays
  • Annual and Sick Leave – Classified Staff, Non-Classified Staff and 12-month Faculty earn up to 24 days of annual leave per year (max 360 hours) and up to 18 days of sick leave per year. ) Employee Leave
  • Health Insurance – Marshall University offers health insurance through West Virginia Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA). There are seven (7) health benefit plans.
  • Educational/Tuition Benefits – Marshall University provides tuition benefits to regular employees (after probationary period) and their dependent children. 
  • Retirement Plans – Marshall University offers retirement through Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA). Full-time benefits eligible employees must participate in the mandated retirement plan (401(a)).
  • Life Insurance – Basic term life insurance ($10,000) at no cost and may purchase optional life insurance coverage with pre-tax earnings.
  • Wellness Programs – PEIA provides various care management programs and the Pathways to Wellness program.

 We are . . . Marshall! 
Position Information 
Position Title  | Human Resources Assistant III
Banner Position Number  | 000998
E-Class  | CN - Class Nonexempt FT .53 or >
Classification Title  | HR Asst III
Department  | Human Resources - MU1065

Job Description  | The HR Assistant provides essential support to the HR department in various administrative tasks and functions. This role is vital in ensuring efficient HR operations and maintaining effective employee relations.

Serves as point of contact for all visitors and employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits and procedures. Completes intake and processing of all new employee required forms and processes, such as I-9 information, E-verify processes and background check compliance. Creates and maintains employee records and documentation in Banner ensuring confidentiality and accuracy. Supports the maintenance and update of HR information in Banner with employee data and changes. Facilitates the new hire orientation process, including preparing materials and conducting onboarding with new employees. Assists in organizing training sessions for HR team; tracks and maintains training records. Assists in the implementation and communication of HR policies and procedures. Helps ensure compliance with labor laws and compliance. Processes routine HR functions such as employment verifications, providing documentation to employees as needed, prepare routing correspondence, filing. Maintains state purchasing card and is responsible for ordering office supplies and paying applicable invoices. Process encumbrances and requisition in Banner for the HR office. Generates reports as needed for HR metrics and compliance.

This position works 8:30-5:00 Monday-Friday.
Location  | MU - Marshall University
Salary Range  | $33,381 - $38,389; Salary may be increased based off education, experience, and internal equity.
Salary Grade  | 3
Salary Type  | Salary
Time Type  | Full-Time
 
Qualifications 
Must be able to perform all essential job duties as outlined in the job description.

 Required Qualifications 
Education  | Associate’s degree or vocational or technical school degree.
Experience  | 2 years of related experience.
 Preferred Qualifications 
Education  | Bachelor’s degree.
Experience  | 1 to 2 years of experience in Human Resources.
 Posting Detail Information 
Posting Number  | MU1042NE
Open Date  |
Close Date  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Special Instructions Summary  | 
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have an Associate's degree or vocational or technical school degree or higher? 
    • Yes
    • No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

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