What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Generalist (part-time) position at Prince William Sound Aquaculture Corporation?
Join our team as a Human Resources Generalist, where you'll play a key role in recruitment, onboarding, employee support, and general HR operations. This position offers a dynamic mix of administrative tasks and people-focused responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and thrives in a fast-paced office environment.
In this role, you'll assist with posting job announcements, screening applicants, coordinating travel, maintaining personnel records, and supporting staff development and recognition programs. You'll also help manage HR systems, conduct exit interviews, and ensure compliance with employment documentation standards. Your ability to communicate professionally, juggle multiple priorities, and work collaboratively across teams will be essential to your success.
We’re looking for someone with at least one year of administrative experience, strong Microsoft Office skills, and a valid driver’s license. Experience in HR or payroll is a plus. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and grow your career in human resources, apply today!
Position Title:
Human Resources Generalist
Category:
Part-time, temporary
Payroll Classification:
Hourly, Non-exempt
Organization Unit:
Administration
Location:
Cordova Administrative Office or Anchorage Distribution Center
Office Hours:
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Supervisor’s Title:
Human Resources Manager
Basic Function: The Human Resources Generalist provides:
1. Administrative and recruiting assistance to the Human Resources department
2. General office support as needed
Primary Responsibilities: Support the Human Resources department by performing a wide range of administrative and operational tasks related to:
- recruitment
- employee onboarding and offboarding
- travel coordination
- records management
- staff development
- employee recognition
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Advertise and post recruitment announcements as directed.
- Conduct pre-screening of applications, assist with interviews, and verify references.
- Assist with verifying I-9 documentation in compliance with federal regulations.
- Maintain the filing, organization, and security of personnel documents and records.
- Scan, copy, and manage documents as needed.
- Assist with coordinating and organizing travel for temporary employees.
- Support the coordination of employee travel related to staff development, relocation, and separation.
- Assist in reviewing relocation reimbursements and initiating the approval process.
- Perform administrative tasks such as updating HR actions and generating offer letters using the online ATS/HRIS system.
- Conduct exit interviews with separating employees using pre-approved templates.
- Assist with scheduling staff development events and training seminars.
- Coordinate with hatchery sites to review rain gear inventory and assist with procurement.
- Obtain and distribute new-hire and annual driving record releases as directed.
- Support the employee recognition program, including the distribution of plaques, letters, and certificates.
- Perform other administrative duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of recordkeeping and documentation standards
- Understands and abides by confidentiality and data privacy standards
- Basic knowledge of employment and payroll law and regulations
- Skilled in using computers and Microsoft Office Suite, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, calendars, and email management
- Ability to identify issues and propose effective solutions
- Ability to build relationships and work across teams
- Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and priorities
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills conducted with a professional appearance and manner
- Skilled in business communication
- Ability to support employees and managers effectively
- Ability to organize workload and use time efficiently
Essential Functions:
- Perform duties in a professional climate-controlled office environment.
- May be exposed to typical office noise levels and standard office-related environmental conditions
- Engage in tasks that may require sitting for extended periods, moving about the office, and using stairs.
- Operate standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and other communication tools.
- Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers.
- Occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 30 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, to understand and convey information.
- Visual and auditory acuity sufficient to perform essential job functions, including reading, writing, and communicating effectively
- Operate a company vehicle as needed for job-related tasks (a valid driver’s license is required).
Positions Supervised: None
Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list, and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time. The job score may change as necessitated by business demands.
Minimum qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- One year’s experience in a fast-paced general office administrative work setting
- Two years’ experience using Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook in a professional setting
- One year’s experience in payroll and/or Human Resources preferred
- Must possess a current, valid driver’s license.