Human Resources Assistant - Job in USA

Location: Fairbanks, Alaska, USA

Job Description

Under the direction of the Human Resources Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for providing support to the Human Resource department in the areas assigned within his/her scope of responsibility while continuously aligning daily functions to reflect Kinross’ values.

Education and Experience

• Strong knowledge of PC based systems is required, including Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• JDE experience desired.
• Post-Secondary education preferred.
• 2-3 years’ experience in the Human Resources field preferred.
• Previous office experience required.
• HR certification is desirable.

Skills

• Ability to establish priorities and maintain deadlines under multiple time pressures.
• Ability to work accurately and efficiently with a minimum amount of direct supervision.  The superintendent provides general directions for goal setting.
• Flexibility in work schedule.  May be required to stop in the middle of one project to work on something else, or assist an employee.
• Possesses good communication and interpersonal skills.
• General understanding of mining operations, as well as limited understanding of milling and maintenance operations.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and persuasive skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management.
• Ability to work independently and also as a member of the team.
• Demonstrates strong administrative, organizational and technical writing skills.
• Must be 18 years old and presently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.
• Requires valid driver’s license.