Description Robert Half has an opening for an Administrative Assistant with our client in New Orleans, Louisiana. This role is primarily within the Human Resources department, and you will be assisting the Director and other members of the team in managing daily operations. This is a short-term contract to full time employment opportunity. Responsibilities: • Manage the recruitment and pre-employment screening process for potential new permanent employees in collaboration with the HR staff • Maintain and manage personnel files and serve as the records retention liaison for the HR department • Compile and retrieve data from the Payroll/HR system and assist staff with administrative functions • Provide administrative support such as scanning, uploading, and archiving employee training documents • Enter employee training information into the agency's Payroll/HR system upon training completion • Coordinate travel and attendance for HR staff at seminars, conferences, training sessions, etc. • Maintain inventory of HR office equipment and supplies and prepare requisitions as requested • Assist applicants with instructions on applying for vacant positions as requested • Prepare routine correspondence or form letters related to HR matters • Provide support to the HR Director and HR Supervisor, including keeping appointment schedules, scheduling meetings and/or training, issuing directives on their behalf Requirements • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook is required • Demonstrated skill in Microsoft Excel is essential • Experience with Microsoft Word is necessary • Knowledge of traditional filing systems • Familiarity with e-Filing is necessary • Ability to scan documents accurately and efficiently is vital Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. Apply today! 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) .