HybridHybrid schedule; in-office Tuesday through Thursday.
People & HRHR Operations & Coordination
About the job
Requirements
The candidate should have 1–2 years of experience in an HR or administrative role.
The candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
The candidate should demonstrate discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive matters.
The candidate should be able to collaborate in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Assist with recruitment by preparing job postings, conducting initial candidate screenings, scheduling interviews, and onboarding new hires; collaborate with hiring managers to evaluate and present candidates impartially.
Perform administrative and human resources duties while ensuring accurate data and compliance across documentation and systems.
Maintain employee records and update human resources databases accurately.
Support benefits enrollment, payroll preparation, and performance evaluations.
Address employee inquiries about human resources policies, benefits, and procedures.
Design and deliver presentations for training, onboarding, and departmental updates using Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva, or similar tools.
Assist with employee engagement initiatives and company events.
Handle sensitive human resources matters, including compensation data, performance management, and employee relations issues, with discretion and confidentiality.
Support a safe and positive workplace in line with occupational safety and health guidelines, labor laws, and company policies.
Create and maintain job descriptions, team structures, and organizational charts.
Partner with the HR Manager to develop and implement human resources policies and procedures, including training and communication programs as needed.
Assist in creating and maintaining standard operating procedures for human resources functions.
Desired Qualifications
Experience in a clothing or apparel organization is a plus.
Experience working with a human resources information system or human resources management system is a plus.
Summary
Carhartt WIP seeks a detail-oriented and organized HR Assistant to support our People & Culture team. The HR Assistant will handle administrative and clerical duties, assist with recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, and ensure smooth HR operations across our growing North American operations. The ideal candidate is proactive, inquisitive, eager to learn, highly organized, and has excellent communication skills.
Core Responsibilities
Assist in recruitment processes, including job postings, initial candidate screenings, interview scheduling, and onboarding new hires, collaborating closely with hiring managers to evaluate and present candidates impartially.
Execute administrative and HR duties with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring data accuracy and compliance across all documentation and systems.
Demonstrate polished, professional written and verbal communication skills when interacting across all organizational levels, with a proven ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.
Maintain employee records and ensure HR databases are updated with accurate information.
Support HR processes such as benefits enrollment, payroll preparation, and performance evaluations.
Address employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
Design and deliver engaging, professional presentations for training, onboarding, and departmental updates using Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canva, or similar tools.
Assist in employee engagement initiatives and company events.
Maintain an exceptional level of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive HR matters, including compensation data, performance management, and employee relations issues.
Maintain a safe, positive, and encouraging workplace in-line with occupational safety and health guidelines, ensuring compliance with labor laws and internal company policies.
Create and maintain job descriptions, team structure and organizational charts.
Partner with the HR Manager in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures, including the creation and delivery of training and communication programs as needed.
Assist in the creation and ongoing maintenance of standard operating procedures (SOPs) for various HR functions.
Skills and Qualifications
1-2 years experience in an HR or administrative role.
Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
High level of discretion and confidentiality.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Experience within a clothing/apparel organization a plus.
Experience working with an HRIS/HRM system a plus.
Job Benefits
Comprehensive Health Benefits
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Retirement Savings
Health & Wellbeing Perks
Flexible Work Schedule
Commuter Benefits
Employee Discount
Salary
Minimum: 50000 Maximum: 60000 Currency: USD Pay period: Annual Additional info: <strong>Location</strong>: Full time at our Soho NY office. Hybrid work schedule, mandated to be in office Tuesday through Thursday.<br><strong>Reporting Structure</strong>: Human Resources Manager<br><br>Carhartt WIP USA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive work environment with a diverse and talented team. We consider, hire, train, promote, and compensate regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.