Division III Office HR Tech I / Talent Acquisition Specialist

$31,688 - $55,453/Yr

State of North Carolina

Full-time - Entry Level

10,001+ employees

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

This position is for an entry-level HR professional within the Division of Community Supervision in Forsyth County, NC, focusing on the full life cycle of recruitment. The role involves various responsibilities including posting job openings, screening applications, conducting interviews, and managing salary administration. The HR Tech I / Talent Acquisition Specialist will assist staff in compliance with federal and state guidelines related to health insurance, retirement programs, and various types of leave such as FMLA and Workers' Compensation. The position requires strong decision-making skills, the ability to multi-task, and the capability to prioritize work independently while ensuring customer satisfaction and confidentiality. As part of the Talent Acquisition team, the specialist will collaborate with hiring managers to develop tailored recruitment strategies and job postings. Responsibilities also include screening employment applications to identify the most qualified candidates, creating interview and hiring packages, determining hiring rates within established salary guidelines, and ensuring that all required documentation is complete. The specialist will also participate in hiring events and track the placement of staff. Additionally, the role includes conducting new hire orientations, providing onboarding documents, and acting as a Health Benefits Representative for employees within the Division office. The position serves as the first point of contact for administrative staff and managers regarding time administration and payroll questions. The specialist will interpret and apply personnel policies and departmental regulations to address various HR-related issues. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is essential, and familiarity with HRIS systems and applicant tracking software is preferred but not mandatory. This is a full-time position with a standard workweek of 40 hours, offering benefits including eligibility for a state pension.

Responsibilities

• Develop recruitment strategies and job postings in collaboration with hiring managers.
• Screen employment applications to identify the most qualified candidates.
• Create interview and hiring packages for selected candidates.
• Determine hiring rates within established salary guidelines and compose supporting memoranda.
• Ensure all required documentation is complete for hiring processes.
• Close out the recruitment process when positions are filled or closed.
• Participate in hiring events in the Judicial Division II area.
• Track and coordinate the placement of staff within the division.
• Conduct new hire orientations and provide onboarding documents.
• Act as a Health Benefits Representative for employees in the division.
• Interpret and apply personnel policies and regulations to address HR-related issues.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of state HR systems and processes.
• Basic knowledge of federal and state laws, and state policies and procedures.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Experience verifying pre-employment documents.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to handle confidential matters and express ideas clearly in verbal and written form.
• Ability to independently analyze situations and make decisions within the area of responsibility.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience screening job applications for employment.
• Experience working within an HR Integrated Payroll System (H.R.I.S.).
• Experience administering employee benefits, including FMLA and leaves of absence.
• Experience working with recruitment initiatives.
• Experience using an applicant tracking system such as ATS or NEOGOV.
• Current or previous CJLEADS and/or DCI certification.

Benefits

• Eligibility for a state pension.
• Comprehensive health insurance options.
• Paid time off and holidays.