Human Resources Specialist - Austin, United States - City of Austin

City of Austin

Verified Company

Austin, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

Position Information

Posting Title

Human Resources Specialist (Benefits/Payroll)
Job Requisition Number
COA091711
Position Number

Job Type

Full-Time
Division Name

Human Resources
Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Equivalent Experience:

Graduation with an Associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field, plus two (2) years of related HR experience.
Any combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

None.
Notes to Applicants

POSITION
OVERVIEW
The Human Resources Specialist position will provide over-arching support for Leave Management and the Employee Relations Division. This position would be a strategic business partner for all facets of leave management and employee relations. Additionally, this position would be the HR/Payroll Liaison for the department.

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TRAVEL:

If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin
Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

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ASSESSMENT:

A skills assessment will be required for this position.
APPLICATION
INFORMATION

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VETERAN
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CRIMINAL
HISTORY
BACKGROUND
CHECK
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GOOD
STANDING -
DEPARTMENT/
DIVISION
EMPLOYEES
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LANGUAGE
Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

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OVERTIME:

Overtime may be required with or without notice.
WORK
HOURS

Shift may change according to departmental needs; work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekend work.
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DEPARTMENT
MAY
CLOSE
THIS
JOB
POSTING AT
ANY
TIME
AFTER 7
DAYS

Pay Range
- $ $28.80
Hours

Monday
Friday 7:30 AM 4:30 PM
Hours may change depending on departmental needs.
Work hours may include afterhours, holidays, and weekend work.
Job Close Date
05/16/2024
Type of Posting
External
Department
Aviation
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
Austin Bergstrom International Airport
Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience:

Experience with timekeeping and an HRIS.
Human Resources experience.
Ability to review detailed information for accuracy and compliance with established policies and procedures.
Demonstrated experience working with confidential documents.
Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

Assists in implementing, administering, and evaluating HR programs.
Assists in developing and implementing systems, policies, procedures, strategies, and process work flows for use within departments.
Provides information to employees in assigned area(s) of responsibility, and conducts basic research and makes appropriate recommendations based on findings.
Provides advice and counsel to management and other employee groups related to compliance with and the communication, interpretation, and implementation of City personnel policies and other relevant employment laws and regulations.
Assists in solving HR problems, creating best practices, making recommendations, and monitoring implementation of agreedupon actions until the problem has been resolved.
Researches information as requested and/or needed; compiles data; and writes informational memos, letters, reports, forms, plans, documents, and queries using computer, spreadsheets, databases, or presentation software.
Assists in the analysis of morale indicators such as but not limited to surveys, turnover, and grievances; and presents recommendations within the area of specialization for corrective action when needed.
Collaborates and participates on teams with HR and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of assigned HR area.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel activities.
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and re