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DESCRIPTION OF MAJOR JOB DUTIES

The Human Resource Specialist will process payroll and personnel information in a timely manner while adhering to Civil Services Commission rule and regulations and collective bargaining agreements and support clerical functions, as needed. This position serves as the central human resources bridge to several county departments and responds to inquiries from them. Oftentimes, special projects with a sense of urgency are assigned as priorities over other responsibilities.

Task

• Enter payroll actions into Human Resources Information System (HRIS) with a preference of People soft or Oracle knowledge
• Update employee personal information
• Interpret contractual language regarding salaries, benefits, etc.
• Work with departments in processing of time entry/payroll.
• Perform audit of leave bank balances or salary history upon request from employee or department liaison.
• File paperwork in employment files
• Other duties as assigned.

ELIGIBLE PERSONS

At the time of application, eligible persons must have:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Human Resources or closely related field or a combination of education and experience equivalent and one year of HR/payroll experience; OR
• Four (4) years of HR/payroll experience and a high school diploma/GED

Equal Opportunity Employer: Wayne County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to: recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For information regarding the Department of Justice - EEO Utilization Report, please visit https://www.waynecounty.com/departments/phr/legal-postings.aspx.

Accommodations: If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Wayne County Department of Personnel/Human Resources at 313-224-5901 or via email at hrexam@waynecounty.com. Hearing or speech impaired persons using TDD's or similar devices may contact the Michigan Relay Center, toll free at (800) 649-3777 or 711 to communicate directly with the Department of Personnel/Human Resources during regular working hours.