Human Resources Assistant

**Human Resources Assistant** Location: 1 Dixon Square, Chestertown, MD 21620 Shift Hours: 8:00 AM- 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday Pay Range: $45,000-$60,000 **Make the Right Connection—Build Your Career with Dixon!** **The Dixon Group** is looking for a **HR Assistant** to join our team! We are looking for a proactive, organized, and collaborative Human Resources Assistant to support our growing HR team and champion our company culture. In this role, you will assist with day-to-day HR administrative operations, act as a key support system for the broader team, and help coordinate special projects and company events. If you are a master multitasker who loves bringing people together, solving problems, and keeping the HR department running smoothly, this is the perfect opportunity for you. **At The Dixon Group, we value the contributions of our Military Veterans and proudly employ our nation’s heroes. Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.** **What You'll Do:** - Provide high-level support to the HR department and leadership by managing calendars, preparing meeting agendas and minutes, and overseeing office supplies and food deliveries. - Maintain the absolute accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality of digital and physical employee files within our HRIS, while also scanning documents for electronic filing. - Coordinate a seamless onboarding and offboarding experience for staff, create and reissue employee ID badges, and process UKG password resets. - Plan, coordinate, and execute internal company events, meetings, and employee engagement activities, including managing invitations, catering, and technology setup. - Assist with the administration of employee benefits, timecards, leave, safety protocols, and training programs. - Assist with the research, planning, and rollout of strategic HR initiatives such as updating handbooks, implementing new software, or launching training programs. - Respond to general administrative inquiries, draft and edit documents, and provide backup coverage to the Receptionist for breaks, lunches, and PTO. **What We're Looking For:** - 2 to 4 years of related working experience in a customer support, HR assistant, clerical, or administrative role. - High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field strongly preferred. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to manage sensitive, highly confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy. - Strong prioritization, time-management, and problem-solving skills to effectively handle changing priorities and administrative challenges in a fast-paced environment. - Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Adobe, and Canva; previous experience with HRIS software (like UKG) and project management tools is highly preferred. - Prior experience in meeting coordination or corporate event planning is a strong plus. **What We Offer:** - Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family - Competitive salary - Bonus programs - 401K retirement plan - Training opportunities - Tuition reimbursement - Paid vacation, PTO, and holidays - Gym reimbursements, and more! **Who We Are:** The Dixon Group is a global, family-owned manufacturing company with a history of over 100 years of operation in the U.S.A. Based in Chestertown, Maryland, with distribution centers located worldwide. The company has a diverse workforce and a strong values-based culture. As an innovator in the hose coupling industry, our mission is to provide real solutions for our customers while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. **Join us and be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your goals!** **We do not provide sponsorships to work in the United States.** The Dixon Group is an equal opportunity employer. It is the Company's policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals, as we…