Description We have an opportunity for a part-time, contract-to-hire HR assistant for a small/mid-size architectural firm located in Oakland, CA This position has a flexible schedule and will be based 100% on site, approximately 2-3 days/ 20-25 hours per week. In this role, you will be supporting the HR director with payroll, assisting employees with open enrollment/benefit plan selection and providing general human resources assistance. Experience with data entry, MS Office Suite and ADP and/or Paylocity, is preferred. POSITION SUMMARY The role of HR Coordinator provides administrative support within the firm’s human resources department. This role fosters positive relationships between HR and employees, vendors, other business partners. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES Provide essential support to HR operations including but not limited to, responding to employee and external inquiries; provide support in the areas of recruitment, payroll and benefits; HR file maintenance; audit support; onboarding and offboarding; HRIS support. Requirements REQUIRED / PREFERRED SKILLS + Ability to maintain confidential information and a high level of integrity required. + Understanding of human resource principles, practices and procedures. + Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. + Excellent time management and organizational skills and attention to detail. + Ability to function well in a sometimes stressful environment. + Experience navigating HRIS systems (ADP WFN or Paylocity) preferred. + Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Publisher and PowerPoint). + Adobe Acrobat with experience creating and editing forms and documents. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE + AA or some college experience preferred. + 2-4 years of related experience in a professional office, preferably within a human resources department. + Previous experience in an architectural office preferred. TalentMatch® Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .