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Posting Title
Human Resources Consultant - Diversity Recruiting
Job Requisition Number
COA091379
Position Number
108212
Job Type
Full-Time
Division Name
Human Resources Administration
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field plus four (4) years of Human Resources experience in the Human Resources specialty assigned.
- Experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education up to a maximum of four (4) years substitution.
Licenses or Certifications:
- None.
Notes to Applicants
The Human Resources Department works to position the City of Austin as an employer of choice through balanced, efficient and collaborative strategic partnerships. We support and develop a high performing and diverse workforce that fosters a healthy, safe, respectful and productive work environment for employees and their families, City departments and the community.
The Human Resources Consultant – Diversity Recruitingis designed to focus on diversity and inclusion in the City’s efforts to recruit a strong workforce both internally and externally. This position will focus on developing working relationships with area colleges and universities as well as developing strong marketing programs for the City of Austin. Additional focus will be on retaining talent within the organization as well as creating a resource for diversified recruitments and internship programs within the City. The ability to create a strong training program for departments to develop initiatives to recruit and retain a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead with Equality in every aspect of your work, consistently put our inclusive hiring principles into practice, and advocating for all job seekers. You will also work cross-functionally with a variety of different key stakeholders and teams to implement sourcing strategies to help us achieve our Equality goals and be a part of creating an Inclusive workforce.
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.
Should the selected candidate possess a Valid Texas Class “C” Driver License and meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite, the individual may drive a City of Austin vehicle.
To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
The Human Resources Consultant – Diversity Recruitingis designed to focus on diversity and inclusion in the City’s efforts to recruit a strong workforce both internally and externally. This position will focus on developing working relationships with area colleges and universities as well as developing strong marketing programs for the City of Austin. Additional focus will be on retaining talent within the organization as well as creating a resource for diversified recruitments and internship programs within the City. The ability to create a strong training program for departments to develop initiatives to recruit and retain a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead with Equality in every aspect of your work, consistently put our inclusive hiring principles into practice, and advocating for all job seekers. You will also work cross-functionally with a variety of different key stakeholders and teams to implement sourcing strategies to help us achieve our Equality goals and be a part of creating an Inclusive workforce.
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.
Should the selected candidate possess a Valid Texas Class “C” Driver License and meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite, the individual may drive a City of Austin vehicle.
To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.
An assessment(s) may be administered as part of the interview process.
Additional Information:
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history.
Additional Information:
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
The City of Austin employment application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered. Please be sure that your application is a reflection of your entire work history.
- Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
- A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Describe your specific experience for each position. Include all job duties, responsibilities, and employment dates.
- A résumé is required but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.
Statements such as “see resume” will not be accepted. You may use “N/A” for fields that are not applicable. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience from your employment application. Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes. The responses to the supplemental questions should reference the employment history listed in the employment history section. Once the requisition has closed, the application cannot be changed to update work history, supplemental questions, or any other information.
If you are selected as a top candidate:
- Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED, undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution.
- And are in the military or a veteran, you will need to provide a copy of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
Pay Range
$33.05 – $42.14
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Telework opportunities may be available after an initial training period. Work schedules must be at least 50% hybrid in the office within a two (2) week period and are implemented to meet the requirements of the department and are subject to change based on business needs.
Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.
Telework opportunities may be available after an initial training period. Work schedules must be at least 50% hybrid in the office within a two (2) week period and are implemented to meet the requirements of the department and are subject to change based on business needs.
Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.
Job Close Date
04/08/2024
Type of Posting
External
Department
Human Resources
Regular/Temporary
Regular
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 600, Austin TX 78704
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience:
- Experience in helping organizations to create, recruit and retain culturally diverse and inclusive workplaces.
- Experience in performing trends and data analysis to assess the diversity of the workforce by job groups.
- Experience in designing, developing and implementing diversity strategies.
- Experience in creating and presenting to internal and external stakeholders.
- 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.
- Plans, designs, develop, implements, and evaluate major Human Resources programs within the area of specialization for city wide use.
- Provides advice and counsel to management and other employee groups on a broad range of Human Resources issues and decisions within the area of specialization.
- Identifies, analyze, and recommends solutions for various Human Resources problems within the area of specialization, monitoring implementation of agreed upon actions until the problem has been
- resolved.
- Advise and influence management in making sound Human Resources related decisions within the area of specialization.
- Analyze morale indicators and other personnel measurements such as but not limited to surveys, turnover, and grievances, and present recommendations within the area of specialization for corrective action programs.
- Ensures compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements.
- Conducts training to departments in changes in policies, personnel procedures and classification programs.
- Observes, interviews, and survey employees and conduct group meetings to collect job, organizational, and occupational information.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
- Provide leadership for groups including other professionals and support staff in the area of specialization.
- May manage entire program or programs.
- Periodically act as a team leader to special task forces or teams.
- Provide direction and/or guidance to less experienced Human Resources personnel.
- Provide training to managers and others on Human Resources issues.
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 Human Resources areas.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel activities.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in using computers, related software and large databases.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing..
- Ability to handle hostility, conflict, and uncertain situations.
- Ability to mentor and train.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to develop and maintain current knowledge in the assigned Human Resources areas.
- Ability to establish and maintain good 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.
