Job Description

Kent's Bromeliad Nursery is currently searching for a Human Resources Administrative Assistant to assist Management with Human Resources and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate is sincere, bilingual, and knowledgeable on current HR policy. We are look for someone who seeks the best for our employees while maintaining the strictest standards of industry compliance.

JOB TITLE: Human Resources Administrative Assistant

JOB TYPE: Full-time

STARTING SALARY: $18.00 / hour commensurate on experience.

BENEFITS: Paid vacation and sick time.

HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs administrative work, including data entry with SQL software.
• Performs basic Accounts Receivable tasks such as contacting customers regarding past-due invoices.
• Maintains accurate employee files and assists Management as needed.
• Assists with recruiting practices by creating and maintaining job postings, screening resumes, scheduling, and conducting interviews.
• Assists with weekly payroll by maintaining accurate records of employee attendance information.
• Reviews and renews company policies to ensure legal compliance.
• Participate in HR projects such as writing employee memorandums and conducting safety meetings.

HUMAN RESOURCES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to speak/read/write in both Spanish and English.
• High school graduate/GED.
• Minimum of two (2) years Human Resources experience.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License, Insurance, and Work Authorization for the United States.
• Proficient in a wide range of knowledge in Microsoft products (Excel, Word, etc).
• Must have clean driving record and dependable transportation.
• Must be responsible, disciplined, detail-oriented, self-motivated, able to multitask and problem-solve.

PREFERRED CANDIDATES:

• Extremely detail oriented and organized.
• 2+ years related administrative experience.
• Great attitude and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• A positive, “can do” attitude; a willingness to pitch in whenever needed, sometimes in other departments.
• Requires ability to manage multiple job assignments and the ability to make informed, well thought-out decisions.
• Effective team-players who can meet deadlines and also make independent decisions.

Company Description

Established in 1975 by brothers Jeffrey, Larry, and Michael Kent, Kent’s Bromeliad Nursery, Inc. is devoted exclusively to the sale of bromeliads from the jungles of Central and South America. We have developed 47 unique varieties and more than 25 patents for our additional hybrids. We provide more than 100 commercial varieties year-round from our 840,000 square-foot nursery. Kent's Bromeliad Nursery sells top quality, flowering bromeliads to mass merchandisers, wholesalers and professional landscapers and specialize in bromeliad development and propagation.