Front Desk HR Assistant

Parish Transport•Ellisville, MS

2d•$16 - $18•Onsite

About The Position

Parish Transport is seeking a professional and organized Front Office HR Assistant to serve as the first point of contact for visitors, drivers, and applicants while supporting our Human Resources and recruiting functions. This role combines front office coordination with administrative HR support and plays an important role in helping us attract and onboard great drivers and team members. The ideal candidate is friendly, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced transportation environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s degree preferred)
1–3 years of administrative, receptionist, HR, or recruiting support experience preferred
Strong communication and customer service skills
Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to multitask
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive employee information
Professional phone and front desk etiquette
Organization and time management
Communication and interpersonal skills
Administrative coordination
Recruiting and HR support

Nice To Haves

Experience in trucking, logistics, or transportation industry is a plus

Responsibilities

Greet visitors, drivers, applicants, and vendors in a professional and welcoming manner
Answer and direct incoming phone calls
Manage incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries
Maintain a clean and organized front office area
Assist with scheduling meetings and coordinating office activities
Provide administrative support to leadership and operations staff as needed
Manage office supply inventory
Assist with driver and staff recruiting efforts
Post job openings on job boards and recruiting platforms
Communicate with applicants regarding applications, interviews, and hiring steps
Schedule interviews and coordinate hiring paperwork
Assist with new hire onboarding and orientation preparation
Maintain personnel files and HR documentation
Support compliance with company policies and employment records
Help coordinate driver onboarding schedules
Assist with new hire paperwork and onboarding packets
Maintain driver files and compliance documentation
Serve as a friendly point of contact for employee questions