- 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.
- None.
POSITIONOVERVIEW:
Entering and maintaining employee records in HRIS.
Maintaining databases, creating reports, and disseminating in a timely manner.
Performing post-interview activities: onboarding, creating and maintaining employee files.
This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position and departmental needs.
TRAVEL:
APPLICATIONINFORMATION:
- A detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position.
- Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application.
- The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”).
- Resumes will not be used to qualify for the position and will not be used to recommend salary.
- Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes.
- The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.
GOODSTANDING – DEPARTMENT/DIVISIONPOSTINGS:
CRIMINALHISTORYBACKGROUNDCHECK:
WORKHOURS:
OVERTIME:
Shift may change according to departmental needs. Work hours may include after hours, holidays, and weekends.
- HRIS experience entering and maintaining employee records
- Experience conducting HR related administrative tasks
- Demonstrated experience in records management, filing, organizing and maintaining paper/electronic records
- Microsoft Suite experience (Word, Excel)
- Ability to travel to more than one work location
- 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 agreed-upon 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.
- May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
- 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 related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- 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 current knowledge in the assigned HR areas.
- Ability to develop and maintain knowledge and skill in the use of computerized tools, databases, and communications techniques used in HR.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
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.