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Part Time HR Assistant

Emerson Group
Full Timemid
Burlington, New Jersey, US$30 – $35Posted April 17, 2026

Job Description

We are searching for a Part-time Human Resource Assistant for our client located in Burlington, NJ

Hours-24 weekly-Monday/Wednesday/Friday (8:00am-5:00pm)--No benefits offered for this role.

Pays-$30.00-$35.00 an hour

This is a Direct Hire opportunity

SUMMARY

Responsible for performing HR-related duties on a professional level and working closely with senior human resources management. This position carries out responsibilities in the following functional areas: benefits administration, performance management, onboarding, recruitment/employment, and compensation/payroll. Assist with running payroll on a weekly basis and serve as a backup to the HR Specialist when HR Specialist is unavailable and/or out of the office.

Required Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels internally and externally.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information/situations regarding all employee matters with professionalism and diplomacy.
  • Ability to work independently, under pressure, meet deadlines with excellent time management skills.
  • Must have payroll knowledge and experience, working in ADP Comprehensive Services a plus.
  • Must have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Must have excellent organizational, time management skills and detail oriented.
  • Must promote and encourage teamwork.

Required Education and Experience

  • High School diploma or GED equivalent
  • Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Preferred Education and Experience

  • 1-2 years of HR experience
  • Knowledge of payroll and HRIS systems
  • Proficient with Microsoft products (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Experience in transitioning reporting from manual processes to automated and related systems
  • SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) credential.
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment.

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