Hume Lake, CA - HR Assistant - Human Resources - Full-Time

Vision for the Role: The Human Resources Assistant provides essential administrative and clerical support to the Hume Lake HR team, helping ensure that staff at every stage of the employment lifecycle — from application through offboarding — are cared for with excellence, accuracy, and confidentiality. This role supports onboarding, recordkeeping, compliance tracking, and day-to-day HR operations across the Hume Lake site. It is well suited to someone who is detail-oriented, discreet, and energized by serving people behind the scenes in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

Location: Hume Lake, CA

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven, faith-based organization that is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of youth and families.
• With 3 beautiful camp locations, we offer a unique opportunity for year-round camping ministries dedicated to the glory of God.
• Be a part of something meaningful where your work directly contributes to making memorable experiences and fostering spiritual growth.
• Work in a supportive Christian community in a beautiful environment that values faith, growth, and relationships.

The Role:

• Maintains accurate, organized, and confidential personnel files and records in compliance with California recordkeeping requirements.
• Supports new-hire onboarding by preparing offer packets, tracking completion of required paperwork, and scheduling orientation sessions.
• Tracks and documents CalVECHS fingerprinting compliance and other background screening requirements for youth-serving staff.
• Enters and updates applicant and employee data accurately in the HRIS/applicant tracking system (JazzHR).
• Coordinates interview scheduling, candidate communication, and file preparation to support seasonal hiring surges.
• Responds to routine staff questions regarding HR processes and procedures, referring complex or sensitive matters to the HR Coordinator or Generalist.
• Assists with compliance documentation, including AB 506 background-check tracking and mandated-reporter training records.
• Processes offer letters, direct deposit authorizations, and related new-hire documentation.
• Provides general administrative support — filing, scanning, copying, mail, and data entry — for the HR department.
• Helps plan and execute logistics for HR events, trainings, and staff orientation.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of the HR team and broader camp operations.

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Maintains a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a lifestyle consistent with the organization’s Statement of Faith.
• Agrees to and abides by the organization’s Statement of Faith, Code of Conduct, and lifestyle/community standards.
• Models Christian character, integrity, and discretion in all interactions with staff, particularly when handling sensitive personnel matters.
• Active membership or regular participation in a local Christian church is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• One or more years of administrative, clerical, or customer service experience; HR-related experience preferred but not required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); familiarity with an HRIS or applicant tracking system is a plus.
• Ability to pass a DOJ/FBI Live Scan fingerprint background check and complete mandated child abuse and neglect reporting training, per California AB 506 (Business & Professions Code §18975), as required for staff working on the Hume Lake campus.
• Prior experience in a camp, ministry, nonprofit, or seasonal-workforce environment.

Physical Requirements: 

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a desk/computer.
• Occasionally moves/transports items up to 20 pounds (files, supplies).
• Operates a computer and other standard office equipment.
• Work environment is primarily office-based at the Hume Lake campus, with occasional movement throughout camp facilities; minimal travel required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the job.
• Live and work in extreme weather conditions, at high altitude, and in small living quarters.

Benefits & Perks of Community Living:

• Be a part of a tight-knit community of believers serving the mission of the camp.
• Incredibly beautiful views and environment, camping, and walking/running trails. 
• On-site housing is provided for a minimal rate.
• Dining on-site for minimal cost.
• Available Charter school for staff children and extracurricular activities.
• On-site healthcare options and emergency services, as needed.
• A quick walk to a store on-site for grocery and gas supplies.

Salary: $17.40 - $19.14 Hourly

 

If this sounds like you or something you feel called to, we would love to hear from you!