DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Reports directly to the HR Specialist. This position performs a variety of tasks including, but not limited to, clerical and secretarial duties. The work is under general supervision of higher-level personnel in preparation of various human resource tasks throughout compensation, benefits, staffing/employment, EEO procedures and policy administration. The Personnel Assistant I is expected to exercise discretion at all times; limited judgment may be necessary at times. This assistant may be required to operate general office equipment such as: typewriter, personal computer, copier, adding machine, and facsimile. This position performs work in support of human resource professionals that requires a good working knowledge of personnel procedures, guides, and precedents. Job tasks may include interviewing applicants, obtaining references, and recommending placement in a well-defined occupation. At this level, assistants typically have a range of personal contacts within and outside the organization, in addition to handling employee-sensitive material. Therefore, the Assistant must be tactful, discrete, and articulate. This Assistant may be involved in identifying potential issues and grievance procedures, in addition to documenting necessary information to avoid company threat. The Personnel Assistant III may make recommendations to human resource professionals on job classification, wage rates, and employee salaries. The use of computers may be relied on heavily for organizational and reporting purposes. Advanced experience with office software packages may be needed. This Assistant may perform some clerical work in addition to the above duties. Supervisor will review completed work against stated objectives. Performs other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

Maintains HR Database and files. Enters new/update employees. Process monthly bills. Maintain employee records. Assist with the interview process and personnel changes. Assist with Open Enrollment. Assist with security training for new/rehire employees. Schedule/track travel for tests/upcoming tests. Responsible for travel advance payouts and expense report payouts. Process employment Verifications. Expert knowledge of principles and methods of administration, clerical, computer skills, and conduct analysis etc. and present on spreadsheets

QUALIFICATIONS:

Five (5) years experience in a human resource field. Travel clerk experience a plus. Operational Test experience a plus. Proficiency in MS Excel and Access a plus.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Associate Degree with five (5) years experience in the human resource field or related area. May substitute education for experience.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

• US Citizenship is Required
• Must possess a Common Access Card/LAN
• Must possess a current Secret clearance
• Valid State driver's license and car insurance for access to military installations and travel
• Eligible for and be able to obtain a U.S. Government motor vehicle operator's permit for assigned class of vehicle

PAY: $22.33 Hourly. This is a Service Contract Act position, subject to all conditions of the Service Contact Act.

LOCATION: Fort Cavazos, TX

EEO: WESTECH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WESTECH 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 recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability.