HR & Payroll Administrative Assistant

Location: Garden City, NY

Pay Rate: $30-$40/hour, depending on experience

Employment Type: Full-time | Temp to perm

Job Description: A well-established company in the construction and infrastructure industry in Garden City, NY, is seeking a detail-oriented HR & Payroll Administrative Assistant for an immediate temporary opportunity. This position will provide essential administrative support to the Human Resources and Payroll departments, with a focus on new hire data entry and union dues administration. The ideal candidate has prior experience working with union-related processes and is comfortable handling clerical tasks in a fast-paced office environment.

Responsibilities: Enter new hire information into internal HR and payroll systems. Assist with the processing and administration of union dues. Provide general administrative and clerical support to the HR and Payroll departments. Maintain accurate employee records and documentation. Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks to support departmental operations.

Qualifications: Previous experience in an HR, payroll, or administrative support role preferred. Prior union experience required, including familiarity with union dues or related processes. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Comfortable with data entry and handling confidential employee information. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and general computer systems. Ability to work independently and provide support in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Details: Immediate start preferred. Temporary assignment with the potential to transition into a permanent position. Compensation of $24–$28 per hour, depending on experience.