Human Resource Assistant - Sidney, OH

Unified Talent Group is partnered with an industry leader in the Sidney/Piqua OH area, in search of a Human Resource Assistant. The HR Assistant will support day-to-day human resources operations and serve as a primary point of contact for employee HR needs. This role plays a key part in recruiting coordination, onboarding, HRIS data management, attendance tracking, payroll support, and employee engagement activities, while ensuring compliance with employment laws and internal policies.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the first point of contact for employee HR-related questions and requests
  • Coordinate and conduct candidate interviews
  • Support pre-employment, pre-boarding, and onboarding processes
  • Complete employment eligibility documentation, including I-9s and E-Verify
  • Plan and facilitate in-person new hire orientation
  • Maintain and update employee records within HRIS systems
  • Process employee job changes, compensation updates, and status changes
  • Assist with employee engagement activities and company events
  • Maintain confidentiality of employees and organizational information

Qualifications

  • 2–4 years of professional administrative experience; HR experience preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred
  • Experience using HRIS systems and Microsoft Office tools
  • Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently and handle sensitive information with discretion

Human Resource Assistant - Sidney, OH
Michelle DeWeese brings over two decades of proven success in executive search, with a career defined by building high-performing teams across a wide range of industries. For for the past 15 years, Michelle has specialized in talent acquisition for the manufacturing and distribution sectors. Michelle holds both a Bachelor's degree and an MBA from Michigan State University. Outside of work, she enjoys golfing, playing pickleball, and spending time with her husband, Shawn, and their two Aussiedoodles, Zoe and Harper.

At Unified Talent Group, we partner with organizations of all sizes—from agile startups with limited HR infrastructure to global Fortune 100 companies. No matter where you are on your growth journey, you’ve come to the right place. We’re here to streamline and strengthen your talent acquisition strategy—efficiently, effectively, and with lasting impact.