Job Title: HR AssistantJob Description We are seeking a dedicated HR Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be local to Minnesota and capable of supporting onsite events, including handling mail responsibilities 1-2 days a month. This role involves performing administrative functions such as employee benefits management, recruiting, interviewing, and strategic planning in HR. Responsibilities + Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting, and administering contracts, and helping resolve work-related problems. + Advise managers on organizational policy matters such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment. + Plan and conduct new hire orientation. + Support the HR manager with gathering necessary documents and paperwork for refereeing disputes and administering disciplinary procedures. + Respond to general employee questions through Workday Help, return employee voicemails, process employment verifications and unemployment claims. + Provide support to HR programs such as recognition and charitable giving programs. Essential Skills + Verbal and written communication skills. + Attention to detail. + Customer service and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work independently and manage one's time. + Knowledge of legal policies and procedures related to hiring practices, including equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. + Knowledge of benefit and pay-scale systems. + Experience with computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required. + 0-2 years of related experience required. + Preferred Workday knowledge. + Administrative and customer service skills preferred. + Ability to multitask and handle confidential information. Work Environment Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8am – 4:30pm. The work environment fosters a culture where employees feel valued, empowered, and inspired. The role requires occasional onsite presence for events and mail handling, ideally located near the Prime Landing office. There is no overtime or on-call requirement. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Saint Paul, Minnesota. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully remote position. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 26, 2025. About Aston Carter: Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.