Full-time Staff: Human Resources Assistant

Lakeland Community College's Human Resources Department is looking to hire a full-time HR Assistant to support various office operations and serve as the "first friendly face" for the department. If you love serving as an organizational guide and enjoy personal interactions with a variety of employees, this may be the position for you!

• A minimum of an associate degree, preferably in Human Resources, or a related field.
• A minimum of three years working in a busy office open to the public in a role that emphasized customer service, competence with Microsoft Suite (especially Word and Excel), and attention to detail.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

• Knowledge of general human resources and employment principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional time management, organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Abilities to maintain office decorum and confidentiality.
• Proficiency to utilize technology and software applications independently and effectively.

• Light – lift up to 20 lbs. occasionally.
• Sitting for extended periods of time.

• This is a full-time, continuing, non-exempt staff position.
• The hourly salary is at grade 6A of the staff salary schedule at a rate of $19-$22/hr.
• Please note: The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within the minimum to the mid-point of the salary range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s). 
• Lakeland Community College does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply for this position through the college’s Human Resources website. Please be prepared to do the following:

• Answer all questions in the college’s employment application (*please read the note below)
• Attach a current resume and a cover letter summarizing your interest and qualifications for this position.
• Application review will begin immediately; however, the position will remain open until filled. 

*To avoid difficulties when submitting your application, be sure your web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer) is updated to the latest version and allow yourself sufficient time to complete the application since you WILL NOT be able to save a partially completed application and work on it later.

Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to a policy of equal opportunity in its employment practices. The College does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, military status, disability, age, ancestry, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability that requires special accommodation to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.

Please review Lakeland’s Mission, Vision, Purpose and Statement of Commitment.