Workforce Services - Human Resource Specialist I,II,III,IV

Abilene Zoological Gardens

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision to provide progressively responsible professional level support in one or more human resource (HR) functional areas, including but not limited to recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation management, training and development, labor law compliance, and HRIS administration.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

The Human Resource Specialist I/II/III position exercises no supervision.

The Human Resource Specialist IV position may function as a lead worker over other Human Resource Specialist staff.

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Support general employment functions, including recruitment efforts, attending career fairs, screening applications, conducting candidate reviews, coordinating pre-employment testing, managing requisitions, facilitating onboarding processes, and processing new hire paperwork.

Review and update job descriptions to ensure that they accurately reflect the position’s responsibilities and organizational needs, collaborating with department supervisors and managers as necessary.

Provide technical guidance to supervisors and employees on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.

Maintain data integrity in HRIS systems by performing regular audits and updates.

Analyze HR data and generate reports to support data-driven decision-making.

Maintain and update employee records in compliance with applicable laws and policies.

Assist with training programs to include new employee orientation and hiring training for supervisors.

Respond to salary surveys and compensation studies.

Implement and support HR programs and initiatives.

Assist with compliance audits and records management to ensure adherence to federal, state, and city policies.

Operate a City vehicle or personal vehicle to attend career fairs, recruitment events, and other HR-related activities.

Human Resource Specialist IV

Oversee and manage comprehensive HR programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Monitor trends and changes in employment laws to ensure organizational compliance.

Accurately interpret and apply policies, laws, and regulations.

Conduct detailed research and analysis to recommend HR process improvements.

Collaborate with other departments to address organizational needs.

Assist with complex projects such as policy revisions, classification studies, or implementation of new HR technology.

OTHER JOB-RELATED DUTIES

Perform other job-related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge Of

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Federal, State, and local employment laws and practices including those related to discrimination.

Effective recruitment strategies, interviewing techniques, and hiring best practices to attract top talent.

HR practices related to payroll, benefits, compensation, recruitment, and training, including I-9 completion, EEO reporting, and ADA compliance, and other relevant employment laws and regulations.

A variety of computer software applications, especially Excel and Microsoft Word as well as various operating systems and HRIS software systems.

Office administration procedures, including the management of daily office operations, organization of office workflows, and coordination of administrative tasks.

Industry-specific online job boards and advertising sources for recruitment.

HRIS and data management principles.

Skill To

Provide strong analytical, organizational and communication skills.

Communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and verbally, with employees, management, and external candidates.

Act as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, providing expert guidance throughout the recruitment lifecycle.

Draft, proofread, and edit HR-related documents with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Manage HR-related tasks efficiently, ensuring deadlines are met.

Quickly learn new processes and adapt to shifting HR priorities while maintaining composure in a fast-paced environment.

Ability To

Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information with professionalism and integrity.

Plan, manage, and prioritize multiple HR assignments and projects efficiently.

Leverage third-party pre-screening online systems with proficiency.

Apply strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities in HR matters.

Develop collaborative working relationships across all organizational levels.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally.

Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do.

Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect.

Experience And Training Guidelines

Human Resource Specialist I

HIPAA Compliance training is required within sixty (60) days of employment.

Ability to work in a standard office environment.

The ability to travel to other work locations and occasional travel outside of the City may be required.

With or without accommodation, the “X” indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday:

_X_ Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds

Codes For How Often

N = No

E = Extensive (100 – 70% of the time)

M = Moderate (60 – 30% of the time)

I = Infrequent (20 – 10% of the time)

A = Almost Never (<10% of the time)

Code / Task

_M_ Standing

_E_ Sitting

_M_ Walking

_I__ Lifting

_I__ Carrying

_I__ Pushing/Pulling

_I__ Overhead Work

_M_ Fine Dexterity

_I__ Kneeling

_I__ Crouching

_I__ Crawling

_I__ Bending

_I__ Twisting

_I__ Climbing

_I__ Balancing

_E_ Vision

_E_ Hearing

_E_ Talking