Human Resources Assistant

Granite Construction

. Perform routine administrative, human resources, and office support functions .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeKennewick • Washington • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $60,458 - $90,686 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in coordinating human resources and safety programs, including onboarding, training, and compliance. Proficient in maintaining confidential records and delivering effective communication across various platforms.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor's Degree In BusinessHuman Resources ExperienceMS Office ProficiencyStrong Written And Oral Communication SkillsSafety Regulatory Training Coordination

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Hard Skills

Office Administrative FunctionsNew Hire OnboardingSafety Orientation DeliveryTraining Program CoordinationDocumentation ManagementEEO Compliance AssistanceTalent Acquisition SupportRecord MaintenanceData AccuracyTravel Arrangement Management

Soft Skills

Ability To Maintain ConfidentialityRelationship DevelopmentDeadline ManagementEffective CommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayVirtual Meeting TechnologyMS WordMS ExcelMS PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

Human ResourcesSafety ProgramsRegulatory TrainingCorporate Safety InitiativesAdministrative Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform routine administrative, human resources, and office support functions
Coordinate and deliver standardized safety orientations at office locations and job sites, in person or virtually
Coordinate new hire onboarding, including pre-employment requirement tracking, orientation scheduling, documentation, Workday transactions, and new hire orientation delivery
Coordinate required safety regulatory training with vendors and local management
Schedule, track, and maintain records of HR, safety, and regulatory training programs
Coordinate with Corporate Training & Development regarding available training and position-specific learning opportunities
Maintain confidential HR and training records and ensure data accuracy and completeness
Provide administrative support for HR and Safety programs, policies, and communications
Respond to routine process questions and escalate complex issues to HR or Safety leadership
Support management on Human Resources programs and policies
Draft, edit, process, and distribute presentations, correspondence, reports, procedures, policies, and other communications
Assist with audits, new program rollouts, and EEO compliance
Support talent acquisition by posting requisitions, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and attending recruiting events
Schedule and coordinate meetings, including invites, agendas, materials, refreshments, and minutes
Handle travel arrangements and maintain calendars
Comply with and promote corporate safety initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, organization development, safety, or similar area of study required
2+ years of office administrative experience
Prior experience in Human Resources, Safety, or a related field a plus
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive and personal employee information
Proficiency with all MS Office products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to clearly communicate information and deliver standardized orientation content in person and virtually using approved materials and virtual meeting technology
Strong written and oral communication skills
Ability to develop relationships
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability and willingness to abide by the Company’s Code of Conduct
Able and willing to travel across the Region, potentially including overnight travel
Valid, unrestricted driver's license
Ability to work alternative shifts, including nights, weekends, and other non-standard schedules, depending on project and client needs
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid holidays
Sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Flexible spending plans
Special programs for musculoskeletal health
Mental wellness programs
Two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross
Granite-paid 100% of the premium for the most popular PPO plan for eligible employees and dependents
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation deferred into 401(k) plans for salaried employees
Immediate 401(k) vesting