Specialist, Human Resources

$47,840 - $53,760/Yr

Austin Community College District - Austin, TX

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Austin, TX

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The Human Resource Specialist at Austin Community College plays a vital role in the onboarding process and supports the recruit-to-hire process while delivering exceptional customer service in all Human Resources matters. This position is responsible for administering applicant tracking systems, maintaining employee records, and ensuring efficient HR operations, thereby contributing to the college's mission of promoting student success and community development.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the recruit-to-hire process to ensure timely completion of hiring and onboarding procedures.
• Conduct new hire orientations and process onboarding steps.
• Process documentation for new, current, and former employees in Workday and Ellucian Colleague.
• Track and maintain employee credentials, ensuring compliance with required certifications and licenses.
• Assist with processing compensation-related actions, including job offers and salary placements.
• Review job postings and approvals.
• Process and track employee job changes and data changes.
• Coordinate and initiate the background check process for new and existing employees.
• Maintain and update employee files.
• Implement and maintain databases for various employee information.
• Compile, analyze, and generate customized reports for administrative and external sources.
• Serve as a liaison and information resource for applicants, faculty, and staff.
• Advise and counsel on human resource issues in assigned areas.
• Conduct training sessions regarding HR procedures, policies, and processes.
• Compose and edit correspondence and develop departmental forms.
• Represent the college at unemployment hearings and appeals.
• Assist in responding to Open Records requests.
• Provide backup to other human resource areas and assist with updating the department's website and HR materials.
• Plan, promote, and coordinate special employee events or programs.

Requirements

• Two years of related work experience.
• Associate degree or high school diploma with additional full-time directly related human resources experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Certification in Human Resources such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability
• Retirement plans (TRS and ORP)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance