Listing Summary

Peachtree City Human Resources is seeking an energetic, dynamic HR professional to join our team! This position is responsible for managing the recruitment and selection process, wellness and risk management programs; and other administrative projects.

ADMINISTRATION DIVISION

• Administers the recruitment and selection process for all city positions, including advertising open positions, posting internal job postings, scheduling and conducting interviews, extending offers of employment, preparing offer letters, checking references of potential candidates, processing background checks, scheduling pre-employment drug screenings, etc.
• Manages the recruitment module of the City’s ERP computer system.
• Administers the promotional procedures, the Internal Job Bid Program, the CDP Program, and the progression programs to ensure that appropriate consideration is given to internal applicants’ qualifications, performance, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Responsible for ensuring that the City Council Authorized Positions Report is followed at all times. 
• Administers the City’s Internship Program.
• Administers the on-boarding process for new employees; conducts new hire orientations; etc.
• Ensures that proper payroll forms are completed for all employee position changes (new hires, promotions, CDP changes, progressions, etc.).
• Acts as back-up to Human Resources Coordinator in scheduling random drug tests for current employees.
• Responds to all initial unemployment claims.
• Assists with the City’s Wellness Program.
• Coordinates Annual Benefits and Wellness Fair for employees. 
• Administers the City’s safety program; develops incentives to keep employees safe; conducts safety audits and inspections; makes recommendations to correct deficiencies; reviews accident and workers’ compensation reports; makes recommendations to reduce accidents; and applies annually for GMA’s Safety and Liability Management Grant Program.
• Assists with risk management functions; serves as a liaison to insurance carrier in reporting vehicle accidents and property damage; assists with the annual GIRMA renewal process and ongoing reporting, tracking, and coordination with insurance provider.
• Conducts annual audit and inspection of employee bulletin boards throughout the City to ensure compliance with federal and state governmental laws; updates bulletin boards when necessary. 
• Coordinates payment of various department-related bills as necessary.
• Assists with annual employee events, such as Employee Picnic and Employee Holiday and Awards Luncheon.
• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of human resources management principles, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Knowledge of employee recruitment strategies, including social media.
• Knowledge of employee wellness programs.
• Knowledge of occupational health and safety principles. 
• Knowledge of Workers’ Compensation law, practices, and procedures. 
• Knowledge of budgeting and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of the structure, functions, and operations of City departments. 
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a workplace of dignity and respect.

 

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Human Resources Manager assigns work in terms of very general instructions.  The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures and the nature and propriety of the final results. 

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include federal, state, and local laws; the City Personnel Policy Manual; and City and department policies and procedures.  These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. 

 

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of varied administrative duties. The variety of duties and strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.

• The purpose of this position is to manage the recruitment and selection process for the City and the Wellness and Risk Management Programs.  Successful performance ensures compliance with relevant local, state, and federal regulations and contributes to the provision of an efficient and effective workforce. 

CONTACTS                                        Contacts are typically with coworkers, City managers/supervisors, City employees, attorneys, job applicants, vendors, and the general public.

Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee occasionally lifts light to medium-weight objects.

• The work is typically performed in an office.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

            None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a baccalaureate degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.

• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the functions of the Human Resources Department to be able to answer questions and resolve problems, usually associated with a minimum of five years’ experience in an HR role.

• CHRM, ACHRM, aPHR, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or other similar Certification preferred or the ability to achieve CHRM, ACHRM, aPHR, PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or other similar Certification within 36 months of employment.   

The qualifications listed above represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.  To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.