We are looking for our new team member! The TxDOT Human Resources Division is looking for a Human Resource Generalist I based in Corpus Christi, TX.
Do you enjoy helping others, being part of a team, and meeting new and interesting challenges? If so, this may be the position for you! Our HR Generalist I will spend their day completing a variety of HR duties including helping employees with benefits, managing the district Wellness program, processing documents and information, conducting new employee orientation, fielding HR calls, assisting other HR Generalists, and participating in programs and projects.
At TxDOT we value employee's work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include wellness leave incentive, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.
Shift details:
- Work hours are typically 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday, but may vary based on district events.
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At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:
- Low Turnover
- Retirement Pension
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Paid Leave/Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
- On the Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
- Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Performs responsible human resources-related work in a district or the Human Resources Division. Work involves coordinating and communicating sensitive information; and maintaining confidentiality. Work requires contact with management, employees, retirees, health care providers; and state and federal agencies. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Will be trained in tasks to work independently.
Essential Duties:
- Participates in hiring program activities, including, but not limited to coordinating and/or managing job openings, screening employment applications, and processing new hires.
- Enters and maintains data such as applicant, salary, and benefits transactions using a Human Resources Information Management System (PeopleSoft).
- Conducts new employee orientation, and may assist with annual enrollment, employee forums or human resources-related meetings.
- Prepares, reviews, processes, and explains correspondence, reports, forms, and transactions.
- Files and maintains employment applications, personnel records and related files.
- Generates and analyzes automated reports regarding human resources activities.
- Prepares and distributes notifications.
- Processes requests for information under the Public Information Act or served court subpoenas.
- May serve as point of contact for certain HR Programs.
- Provides intake distribution regarding questions from employees, supervisors, managers, districts, and divisions on human resources policies and procedures via computer, phone, or in person.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience: No experience required.
Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications:
- SHRM-CP or SCP preferred
- HRCI-PHR preferred
Competencies:
Some knowledge of
- Human resources administrative practices and procedures
- Human resources management policies and practices
- Federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the human resources field
- Equal employment opportunity guidelines
- Applicable human resources management and information systems
Some skill in
- Meeting deadlines
- Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management
- Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
- Using standard office equipment
- Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files and reports
Ability to
- Communicate effectively
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
- Sitting - prolonged periods of time
- Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information