Job Title: HR Assistant
 

Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking an HR Assistant to join our client to support essential human resources operations and contribute to a positive employee experience. This contract-to-hire position is based onsite in the Cherry Hill, NJ area, offering the opportunity to grow within a dynamic team. In this role, you will coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, assist with benefits and compliance, and provide day-to-day administrative support to ensure seamless HR workflows. This is a great opportunity to build a strong foundation in HR while gaining exposure across multiple areas of the employee lifecycle.
 

Compensation:
$24 – $25/hour
 

Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
 

Key Responsibilities of the HR Assistant:
• Coordinate new hire onboarding and offboarding activities, including system updates, file management, and cross-department communication.
• Support benefits administration by assisting employees with questions, processing life events, and ensuring accurate reporting and payroll deductions.
• Maintain accurate employee records, process changes (compensation, supervisor, department, etc.), and respond to employment verification requests.
• Assist with leave of absence administration, including FMLA tracking and required documentation.
• Provide general HR administrative support such as preparing letters, reports, and organizational updates.
• Help facilitate training sessions, wellness initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
• Contribute to compliance processes by supporting audits, reporting, and HR data accuracy.
 

Qualifications and Skills for the HR Assistant:
• Prior HR or administrative experience preferred; knowledge of onboarding, benefits, or payroll processes is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities accurately and efficiently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and comfort working with HRIS or related systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service mindset.
• High level of attention to detail, confidentiality, and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
 

Why Join Us?
This role offers the chance to expand your HR skillset and gain hands-on experience in multiple functional areas. You’ll work in a collaborative environment where your contributions directly impact employees’ experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to grow their HR career with long-term potential.
 

About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.