Variable Hour HR Assistant

Our Human Resource Department is seeking a part-time Human Resources Assistant.  This is a role that will fill in on a variety of tasks and activities.  This role will perform administrative support for the Payroll division and assist in other HR areas related to large range department initiatives through the duration of our paperless project. 

What you'll do: 

• Perform a variety of human resources support activities.
• Provide customer service to employees and the general public via phone, electronic platforms, and in-person.
• Plan, organize, and track various assigned projects and tasks.
• Read, review and apply a variety of information including City ordinance, Merit Rules, policies and guidelines.

What you'll need: 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, and attention to detail.
• An ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office products.

What you'll love: 

• Teamwork: our HR team is collaborative, supportive and diverse!
• Impact: This role makes a difference every day by supporting the goals and objectives of the Human Resources Department.

Experience, Education, and Training

• Two years of experience in general office work;

OR

• Completion of an Associate's degree in in Administrative Office Systems, Human Resources Management, Business or a related area.

PREFERRED

• Previous experience in Human Resources including HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) programs, or electronic records management experience.

For more information on essential functions and other requirements, please see the job description.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability and Vet

The City of Springfield promotes equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Individuals with disabilities who believe they will need an accommodation to undergo any part of the interview, examination, or pre-employment process, should request a reasonable accommodation in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act prior to the testing or appointment. Requests should be requested by contacting City of Springfield Human Resources by phone, 417-864-1607, or in person at the Municipal Busch Building, 840 Boonville Ave. Springfield, MO 65802.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment. We are committed to a drug-free workplace.  Pre-employment drug testing is required.

All interested candidates MUST complete the City of Springfield on-line application in its entirety.  The candidate profile must include all employment history with accurate and complete information prior to submission.  Resumes alone will not be accepted as the application, but they may be submitted as supplemental documentation.