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Posting Title
Human Resources Advisor Senior (Employment/Compensation - Parks and Recreation Department)
Job Requisition Number
COA091297
Position Number
102420
Job Type
Full-Time
Division Name
Human Resources
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in related field, plus four (4) years of HR experience. One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- None.
Notes to Applicants
The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) provides, protects and preserves a park system that promotes quality recreational, cultural and outdoor experiences for the Austin community. Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Click HERE for more information.
The purpose of the Human Resources AdvisorSenior position is to support a high volume and large city department. PARD currently has 811+ Full Time Equivalent (FTE) and 2,000+ Temporary staff. This position will also provide Human Resources leadership, guidance and support in the areas of Talent Acquisition, Compensation, On-boarding, Training and Career Development/Mentoring for internal customer groups throughout the full recruiting and compensation/classification process.
Additional duties include, but are not limited to:
- Supports and advises designated client areas on critical matters related to staff compensation, including job classification, minimum qualifications, pay equity, starting salaries, internal equity and compression and market bench-marking.
- Performs position classification reviews/job analysis to recommend appropriate title and salary range based on an understanding of the nature, scope and complexity of a position and relevant market pay data.
- Analyze and implement process improvements.
- Represent the company at recruiting events such as job fairs and other community events.
- Ensure data accuracy of our recruiting database and systems.
- Communicate effectively and partner with HR and Recruiting Teams, ensuring combined objectives are achieved.
- Assisting in the coordination of other recruiting activities as needed.
A successful candidate must be able to manage a high-volume recruitment process and workload. If you thrive in an innovative, fast-paced environment, can roll up your sleeves, work hard, have fun, and get the job done, this is the position for you!
Application Instructions/Job Requirements:
- Application: A detailed, complete application is required, and applicants must include on their Employment Record all experience (work and/or volunteer) related to this job posting – up to 10 years or more; this will be used to determine your base compensation. Employment Record dates must include month and year. Verification of employment history dates on resume should match online Employment Application. Statements such as “See Resume” will not be accepted and a resume alone will not be accepted in lieu of a complete online application.
- Skills Assessments: Skills assessment(s) may be required as part of the recruitment process.
- Virtual Interviews: PARD may conduct virtual interviews.
- Military/Veteran: An applicant claiming Military/Veteran status must provide a copy of his or her DD-214(s), or valid comparable document, at the time of interview.
- Physical Requirements: Tasks may involve bending, lifting, walking, carrying or using a force equal to lifting up to ten (10) pounds. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be physically and mentally able to communicate, respond and work with participant’s needs and safety issues with or without reasonable accommodations.
Other Information:
- Posting Guidelines: PARD reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs. This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other divisions/work locations within the City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department. Decisions on assigned selection will be made at the time of hire based on the business needs of the department.
- 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.
- Tobacco and Vape-Free Workplace: PARD work site locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any PARD work site – including construction sites, parking lots, garages or in any personal vehicles located on the premises.
Pay Range
$31.81 – $39.76 per hour.
Hours
Work/Location Schedule Notes:
- Monday thru Friday, 8:00AM-5:00PM.
- May be required to work during special events, evenings, weekends & holidays.
- Work schedule and location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.
- May be required to work during city emergencies such as extreme weather events.
Job Close Date
03/20/2024
Type of Posting
External
Department
Parks and Recreation
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
200 South Lamar, Austin, 78704
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Direct experience in full cycle Talent Acquisition, creating a job posting, marketing positions, developing interview questions, conducting interview panels, using scoring matrices, creating interview assessments, conducting background checks, completing on-boarding of new employees.
- Human Resources Talent Acquisition experience with the City of Austin or in a government sector or a municipal civil service environment.
- Experience with Banner, Work Day or a similar Human Resources Information System.
- Experience with high volume talent acquisition of both exempt, non-exempt and temporary positions.
- Experience in compensation administration to include processing reclassifications, classifications, conducting market analysis and implementations, structuring and restructuring organizations, and developing and implementing career ladder or career progression programs.
- Experience with managing internship positions and programs.
Preferred Knowledge:
- Ability to fluently communicate (reading, writing, speaking) in English and Spanish.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office to include MS Teams, One Note, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
Preferred Certifications:
- Current PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, IPMA-CP or IPMA-SCP certification.
Other:
- Ability to travel to more than one work location.
- Ability to work remotely on occasion.
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.
- Collaborates and serves as strategic partner with senior leaders and management on HR programmatic analysis, implementation, and administration providing operational oversight, advice, and analytical support.
- Manages and resolves complex HR-related issues and provides solutions to programs and processes, monitoring implementation of agreed upon actions until the problem has been resolved.
- Advises and influences management in making sound HR-related decisions.
- Serves as subject matter expert in providing advice and counsel to management and employee groups on a broad range of HR issues and with applicable regulations, programs, policies, and procedures.
- Interprets and provides guidance on, and interpretation of, applicable systems, policies, procedures, strategies, process work flows, and regulations; and monitors compliance with policies, regulations, laws, and program objectives.
- Identifies, analyzes, and recommends solutions for various HR problems using morale indicators and other personnel measurements, such as, but not limited to, surveys, turnover, and grievances; and presents recommendations for corrective action programs when needed.
- Provides training to managers and supervisors on HR topics and procedures.
- Researches, gathers, analyzes, and evaluates data and information; monitors program trends; reviews and performs quality checks of program-related data; and develops and maintains management reporting to support decision making and policy development.
- Monitors and maintains system data, files, records, and reporting; transmits program data files to vendors; and develops, monitors, and implements information tracking systems.
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 Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel activities.
- Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge and practices of HR program administration and management.
- Knowledge of practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others.
- Knowledge of principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
- Knowledge of customer service principles.
- Skill in overseeing the maintenance of HR program/process documentation, data, schedules, records, and files.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Ability to coordinate deadlines, prioritize work demands and assign/monitor work performed.
- Ability to handle hostility, conflict, and uncertain situations.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to train others.
- Ability to develop and maintain knowledge in assigned specialized HR areas.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
