Human Resources Generalist, G18, Human Resources

Salary: $20.38 - $22.23 Hourly
Location : Laredo, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 03107
Department:Human Resources
Opening Date: 12/19/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
Description
Reposted: 12/27/2023
Revised: 12/29/2023
This position is responsible for researching, developing, and implementing effective recruiting and staffing strategies to attract a diverse pool of qualified and capable talent for Webb County.
Examples of Duties

• Manages the NEOGOV software application program by creating/deleting users and demonstrating how to use the program to applicants and employees of the county.
• Screens applications for vacant positions and submits qualified applications to respective hiring department heads.
• Processes pre-employment checks, such as motor vehicle record checks, drug and alcohol testing, criminal background checks, and W-4 and I-9 together with e-verify system.
• Prepares advertising requirements for job vacancies in cooperation with hiring department heads and supervisors.
• Prepares quarterly job posting/application statistical reports.
• Develops and delivers training presentations to department heads/elected officials, managers, supervisors, and employee on Human Resources related policies, procedures and practices.
• Confers with department heads, elected officials, staff, and employees regarding the recruitment process.
• Analyzes and evaluates applicant qualifications and work experience; reviews transcripts, degrees, work experience, and related materials.
• Analyzes job(s) and recommends job description language changes to ensure essential and preferred job responsibilities are accurately documented and written; creates new and updates current job descriptions; conducts job analysis and job evaluations to ensure internal alignment with job descriptions and its levels.
• Assists in the administration, revision, and maintenance of job descriptions for County positions and /or other Human Resources functions.
• Assists with the entering, maintenance, and monitoring of the Human Resources Information System (HRIS) records and reports; ensuring documentation and compliance with policies and regulations.
• Assists with new hire orientations to review respective Webb County's policies.
• Assists in preparing for Civil Service Commission activities and attends meetings when needed.
• Assists job applicants in the completion of applications.
• Assures Human Resources Department participation in any related City-wide job fairs.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field from an accredited college or university and at least one (1) year of Human Resources related work experience or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge and skills for this position.

VALID LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Valid Texas Driver License*
*If applicant holds an out-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained prior to employment.
Supplemental Information

• General knowledge of principles and practices of Human Resources including talent acquisition.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public sector Human Resources management.
• Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, guidelines, policies and practices.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Knowledge of relevant federal and state laws, county ordinances, and department policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of employee and applicant confidentiality requirements.
• Strong technological intuitiveness.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning, and time management.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

There are a wide variety of benefits available to Webb County employees. These benefits includes: health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health care.
01
What is your highest level of education?

• Less than High School
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• Some College Hours
• Vocational Certificate
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctoral Degree or higher

02
Are you a current or former Webb County employee?

• Yes
• No

03
If you selected "Yes" on the above question, please specify department name(s) and date(s) of employment.
Required Question