Human Resources Specialist (Part Time)

$36,421 - $36,421/Yr

City Of Cheyenne - Cheyenne, WY

Part-time - Entry Level

Cheyenne, WY

Utilities

About the position

The Human Resources Specialist position is a part-time role within the City of Cheyenne's Human Resources Department. The specialist will perform a variety of tasks to support HR operations, including providing assistance to staff and the public, managing sensitive information, and contributing to recruitment efforts. This role requires a high level of confidentiality, sound judgment, and personal initiative.

Responsibilities

• Provide information and general assistance to City staff and the public regarding human resource policies, procedures, and processes.
• Accurately transfer data from paper formats into computer files or database systems.
• Assist with special projects as necessary or as assigned.
• Prepare reports and spreadsheets by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Compose, compile, and prepare correspondence, reports, and related documents as assigned; type and proofread a variety of correspondence from rough draft or verbal instruction.
• Serve as a backup to the Human Resource Team.
• Maintain employee human resource files, including pre-employment information, transfers, terminations, agreements, benefits, and I.D. cards.
• Provide general clerical support to the Human Resource Department; answer the department phone and take messages or transfer to appropriate personnel; attend meetings; type letters, memoranda, and other correspondence related to human resource programs and activities.
• Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, copier, and telephone system.
• Prepare and respond to survey information regarding salaries and benefits for employee verifications.
• Verify and review materials for completeness and conformance with established regulations and procedures.
• Update and maintain various manuals, reports, and files; type, copy, and update new forms.
• Maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive matters.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Knowledge of principles and practices of public sector personnel administration, personnel file and confidential records management, and effective customer service practices.
• Knowledge of employee relations principles, practices, and procedures of Human Resources Management and ability to interpret City policies.
• Knowledge of word processing tools and spreadsheets (MS Office Word, Excel, etc.).
• Knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Skills to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Skills and ability to use technology that supports HR practices and programs.
• Skills in attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and to exercise reasonable judgment in decision making.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of work.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Ability to research information and analyze data to arrive at valid conclusions, recommendations, and plans of action.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments within established deadlines.
• Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Nice-to-haves

• One (1) year experience in human resources, employee relations, or related field is preferred.