Human Resources Assistant
@ Alley Theatre

OVERVIEW

Founded in 1947 by Nina Vance, the Alley Theatre is a pioneer of regional theatre and one of the leading nonprofit theatre companies in the United States. The Alley has been awarded the prestigious Regional Theatre Tony Award® and the Texas Medal of Arts Award. The Alley has transferred productions to Broadway, Off-Broadway, major European Festivals, and to 40 American cities. Unique among regional theatres, the Alley is committed to maintaining a Resident Acting Company and providing them with work year-round. Nationally recognized directors, actors, playwrights, and designers from across the country have regularly joined the Resident Acting Company.

Rob Melrose, Artistic Director at the Alley, took over as artistic leader of the organization in 2019. His vision for the future of the Alley is both thrilling and ambitious. His strategic goals include upholding the Alley’s artistic excellence, keeping longtime Alley Theatre devotees eager to return each season, and creating productions and cultivating new audiences.

Rob Melrose, Managing Director Dean Gladden and the Alley’s leadership team are committed to fostering an environment where everyone is encouraged to bring their authentic selves.

POSITION: Human Resources Assistant

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

CLASSIFICATION: Full-time/ Hourly / Non-Exempt

SUPERVISOR: Chief Human Resources & Culture Officer

JOB STATEMENT:

The HR Administrative Assistant contributes to the achievement of Human Resources practices and objectives spanning several functional areas within HR.

JOB DUTIES:

• Provides a variety of administrative support services to the Chief HR & Culture Officer

• Conducts, coordinates, and/or assists with the new hire orientation & Benefits Orientations

• Process new hire paper work and onboarding

• Processing payroll and assisting with the documentation of employee compensation and benefits

• Maintains Personnel records in accordance with state and federal laws

• Maintains and distributes employee information, policy manuals, and other communications

• Assist in maintaining current job postings and interview scheduling.

• Demonstrated knowledge/experience of federal and state employment laws and other government compliance regulations.

• Performs other tasks as assigned

In addition to the duties listed above, the Alley Theatre expects the following of each employee: adheres to theatres policies and procedures; works in a safe manner; performs duties as workload necessitates; maintains a positive and respectful attitude; communicates regularly with supervisor about department issues; demonstrates efficient time management and prioritizes workload; demonstrates regular and consistent attendance and punctuality; meets department productivity standards; participates in Alley Theatre events as needed or required; and completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS (SKILLS and KNOWLEDGE):

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management Preferred

• or minimum of 2 years experience as an HR Administrative Assistant

• Experience in data collection, entry and reporting with great attention to detail and confidentiality

• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Excel

• Experience with HRIS, payroll, and benefit admin platforms

• Experience with Paycom preferred

• Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment with associates

• Capable of effective planning and priority setting

• Ability to manage several complex projects simultaneously while working under pressure to meet deadlines

• Exhibits a positive attitude with good communication and interpersonal skills.

• Understanding of (or a commitment to learning about) historical and institutional racism in the American theatre.

• Any other duties assigned the CHIEf HR & Culture Officer