Benefits & HR Assistant
Location: Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Company: RI Temps, Inc.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $50000 - $77000
Posted: Aug 11, 2025
Application deadline: Nov 7, 2025
Source: ZipRecruiter
Human Resources Assistant – Municipality
Onsite | Full-Time | Updated: June 2025
Join a team that makes a difference in our community.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Human Resources Assistant to support a wide range of administrative, technical, and benefits-related functions for our municipal Human Resources Department. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety in their day, thrives in a team setting, and values work that directly supports employees, retirees, and the public.
What You’ll Do
- Provide exceptional customer service to employees, retirees, beneficiaries, applicants, and the public
- Maintain HR records, HRIS data, and employee files in compliance with retention laws
- Assist with payroll entries, personnel changes, and timekeeping processes
- Support benefits administration for medical, dental, life insurance, COBRA, and other plans, including enrollments, terminations, and dependent changes
- Coordinate with vendors and departments to resolve benefit issues and maintain accurate records
- Help manage FMLA, workers’ compensation, and injury-on-duty programs
- Assist in administering public safety retirement benefits, pension adjustments, and disability retirement processes
- Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and promotional processes for municipal positions
- Track performance reviews, probationary periods, and employee evaluations
- Prepare documentation for verifications, reporting requirements, and public records requests
- Perform a variety of clerical and administrative support tasks, including ordering supplies and preparing correspondence
- Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans, and more
- Paid Time Off & Holidays – Generous vacation, sick time, and personal days
- Retirement & Pension Plans – Includes support for public safety retirement benefits
- Professional Growth Opportunities – Training and development to enhance your HR career
- Positive, Supportive Environment – Work with a collaborative team committed to service excellence
What We’re Looking For
- Education: Associate’s degree with at least 2 years of HR experience, or a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field preferred
- Experience: Public sector or unionized environment a plus
- Skills:
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
- Bilingual skills are a plus
- Certifications: PHR or SHRM-CP a plus
- Must hold a valid driver’s license and pass a background check
Work Environment
You’ll work in a professional office setting, supporting employees and leadership across the organization. This position involves regular computer use, phone interactions, and collaboration with both internal departments and the public.
Apply today to be part of a dedicated municipal HR team that values service, growth, and community impact.
Company DescriptionYour Complete Satisfaction is Our Number One Goal
Since 1978, we have specialized in supplying temporary and direct hire staffing to Rhode Island corporations of all types - including banks, hospitals, manufacturing firms, colleges, professional and legal firms, and governmental agencies.
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