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Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial: $21.00 USD per hour
ALL ABOUT TARGET
Working at Target means helping all families discover the joy of everyday life. We bring that vision to life through our values and culture. Learn more about Target here.
ALL ABOUT HUMAN RESOURCES
You are a team that champions change, proactively removes roadblocks and builds diverse and inclusive talent strategies to deliver on our guest centric mission. You are part of a Human Resource (HR) team who are committed to supporting teams and leaders to build a sales force that is passionate about exceeding guests’ expectations and a place where teams love to work.
At Target, we believe in our team members having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career. The role of a Human Resources Expert can provide you with the skills and experience of:
- Understanding federal, state and local employment laws
- Using basic Microsoft Office Suite computer and workforce management programs
- Effectively using scheduling software
As a Human Resources Expert, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:
- Create an Easy, Inspiring and Friendly guest experience by delivering on the following commitments:
- Greet:
- 10ft: be friendly – smile, make eye contact, or wave
- 4ft: greet the guest, smile and initiate a warm, helpful interaction
- Help guests find what they need and/or resolve issues to ensure a smooth, easy shopping experience
- End every guest transaction with a sincere thank you
- Actively support team efforts and assist peers in other areas while maintaining a positive and respectful attitude
- Adjust to business and guest needs to deliver an easy and inspiring guest experience
- Work with your HR leader to anticipate and address specific talent and staffing needs for each area of the business; this includes understanding guests’ needs and ensuring the right mix of experience and skills to deliver on the in-store and digital shopping experiences.
- Lead focused recruiting efforts to help store leaders find and hire candidates.
- Support team member and leader training needs and be an advocate for continuous learning.
- Be an expert resource for scheduling systems and pay practices.
- Be approachable and available by listening to team members and collaborate with appropriate leaders to take action as needed.
- Deliver on all Human Resources processes and programs to maximize team member engagement and minimize business disruption.
- Support your leader in following company compliance policies that mitigate risk to the team member experience.
- Demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance.
- Work in a safe manner at all times; comply with all safety policies, best practices, and training; report hazards and correct where possible.
- All other duties based on business needs.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
This may be the right job for you if:
- You enjoy interacting and helping others - including guests that shop our store and fellow team members you work with.
- You thrive in a fast-moving, highly active and physically demanding role, where teamwork, flexibility, and creative problem solving are key to success.
- You are open to working a flexible work schedule with varying hours, days or shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays and other peak shopping times).
The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Human Resources Expert. But there are a few skills you should have from the get-go:
- Welcoming and helpful attitude toward all guests and other team members
- Ability to communicate on multiple frequency devices and operate handheld scanners, and other technology equipment as directed.
- Effective communication skills
- Work both independently and with a team
- Resolve guest questions quickly on the spot
- Attention to detail and follow multi-step processes
- Capability to remain focused and composed in a fast-paced environment and accomplish multiple tasks within established timeframes
We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:
- Accurately handle cash register operations as needed.
- Frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving merchandise up to 44 pounds, without additional assistance from others.
- Capable of working in and exposure to varying temperatures, humidity, and other elements while performing certain job duties including but not limited to Drive-Up, carryout, etc.
- Ability to remain mobile for the duration of a scheduled shift (shift length may vary).
- Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays); come to work when scheduled, work scheduled shifts and take required meal and rest breaks.
Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.
Benefits Eligibility
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.
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Who's Hiring
- Target63

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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in human resources assistant jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field
- Experience with HRIS platforms such as Workday, ADP, or BambooHR
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Outlook
- Knowledge of employment law basics including FMLA, ADA, and EEO compliance
- Strong data entry accuracy and experience maintaining confidential employee records
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred for mid-level assistant roles
Tips for Your Human Resources Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to ATS keywords
Human resources assistant postings almost always list specific systems like an ATS or HRIS platform by name. Pull those exact terms from each job description and mirror them in your resume so automated screening tools don't filter you out before a recruiter reads your application.
Highlight confidentiality handling on applications
Hiring managers for HR roles weigh discretion heavily. Call out concrete examples where you managed sensitive employee data, handled termination paperwork, or maintained I-9 files, because generic customer-service language won't signal that you understand HR's confidentiality requirements.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists human resources assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by HR function, not just title
Many human resources assistant roles are posted under recruiting coordinator, HR generalist assistant, or benefits support specialist. Searching by function, such as benefits, onboarding, or talent acquisition, surfaces openings you'd miss by title alone.
Prepare for scenario questions on employee relations
Interviewers frequently ask how you'd handle a complaint intake, a records discrepancy, or a benefits enrollment error. Walk through your actual process step by step, naming the forms or systems involved, rather than speaking in abstractions about communication and teamwork.
Negotiate your title alongside your offer
Human resources assistant titles vary widely in scope across employers. If you're accepting a role with broad responsibilities, asking for a title like HR coordinator or HR generalist assistant during the offer stage costs nothing and matters on your next resume.
Human Resources Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most human resources assistants?
Target, Spectrum, and Marriott International are hiring the most human resources assistants right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is particularly strong at large healthcare systems, staffing agencies, and retail corporations that run high-volume hiring operations.
How many human resources assistant jobs are remote?
About 40% of human resources assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, though on-site roles remain common where physical file management or in-person onboarding is required. Sub-functions like benefits administration, HRIS data entry, and recruiting coordination tend to offer the highest share of remote and hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a human resources assistant?
Most employers expect an associate or bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or a related field. Completing an internship or administrative role that touched payroll, scheduling, or employee records gives you the hands-on experience hiring managers look for. Earning an entry-level certification like the SHRM-CP or aPHR signals professional commitment and helps you stand out against candidates with similar academic backgrounds.
Can you get hired as a human resources assistant with little experience?
Yes, many employers hire human resources assistants from adjacent administrative backgrounds rather than requiring direct HR experience. Roles in office administration, customer service, or data entry transfer well because the core skills overlap: attention to detail, handling confidential information, and managing high-volume correspondence. Framing those transferable skills explicitly in your resume and cover letter, rather than relying on a hiring manager to make the connection, significantly improves your chances.
What does the human resources assistant interview process look like?
Most processes run two to three rounds. The first is typically a phone or video screen with an HR recruiter covering your background and availability. A second round with the hiring manager focuses on scenario-based questions about handling sensitive employee situations, data entry accuracy, and system experience. Some employers add a short skills assessment covering Excel or HRIS navigation before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to human resources assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to human resources assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your background, whether that's recruiting coordination, benefits administration, or general HR support, and apply directly to each listing that matches your experience and location preferences.
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