HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

JOB POSITION SUMMARY:
The Human Resources Specialist is responsible for organizing and performing technical administrative duties in support of the McLennan County HR Department. This front line customer service position provides support and assistance with all HR functions to ensure the HR team is able to provide support services to applicants, staff, department heads, and elected officials. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provide general customer services and Human Resources support including, but not limited to:
• Greet visitors, respond to the phone lines and respond to inquiries from job seekers
• Communicate and inform County employees of expectations related to their work environment, such as workplace behavior and appearance; ensure employees understand the job responsibilities and work hours; provide information regarding HR policies, programs and employee information
• Maintain the HR Department’s personnel files, confidential files and other record keeping filing and documentation
• Prepare and maintain requisitions for all invoices pertaining to the HR Department
• Maintain inventory of all operational supplies and equipment, keep the office supplies & equipment organized and functional, and submit orders/requisitions when needed
• Generate correspondence, deliver/mail/distribute departmental mail
• Prepare and coordinate travel arrangements for the HR department
• Prepare and complete requested Verification of Employment, Verification of Insurance and Unemployment Claims forms
• Assists in projects including research, spreadsheets, reports, infographics etc.
• Assist in entering, monitoring and reporting data into and from HRIS databases and other applicable systems
• Recommend new approaches, continual improvements to processes for the department and with regard to all the services provided by the department to reach department goals and objectives
• Remain informed about Federal and State guidelines, and updating policies to reflect the guidelines
• Provide support services in the functions of workers compensation and benefits including such responsibilities as:
• Assisting supervisors and employees through work injury response and reporting, including return to work coordination
• Complete any necessary steps for the onboarding process, including: administering pre-employment paperwork, building new hire packets and facilitating new hire orientation in a genuine, enthusiastic manner that is conducive to learning
• Assist with benefits administration and enrollment actions
• Administering education/training programs designed to keep elected officials, department heads and/or supervisors knowledgeable of Human Resources laws and requirements
• Conduct a variety of research projects, prepares written reports as required, may prepare and administer a variety of employee and client surveys
• Regular attendance and timeliness are required

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER: The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION DISCLAIMER: McLennan County will conduct background checks on new hires that will include a criminal background check related to convictions and deferred adjudications in the past seven years and may include credit reports, motor vehicle records, employment records, and educational attainment. A conviction or deferred adjudication is not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered individually.

All Employees
o Must be committed to achieving excellence in assigned duties, always in service of the county and community
o Must have ability to earn and keep the trust of fellow employees and the community at large
o Must be approachable and ready to help fellow employees and the general public

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Individual works indoors in well-lighted, air-conditioned office working at a computer terminal. Position may require travel to meetings, conferences and workshops as a representative of the County. Position requires the capability of managing stress effectively; work is fast paced and can be demanding. Employee often works independently.

PHYSICAL DEMAND REQUIREMENTS: Work is primarily sedentary; job duties require oral and written communications. Some lifting up to 25lbs., bending, standing, walking, stooping and sitting. Frequent use of vision (must be able to read computer screens), have fine dexterity (typing, filing & sorting), and hearing (talking on the phone).

HOURS / SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (position can require overtime on occasion to support operational needs)