JOB SUMMARY
This position provides technical support for a variety of human resources functions.
MAJOR DUTIES
1. Manages the hiring process; posts job openings; coordinates job interviews with department heads and facilitates the interviews.
2. Prepares offer letters.
3. Conducts testing for job postings.
4. Coordinates drug tests and background checks.
5. Assists new personnel with the completion of required forms.
6. Maintains new hire files.
7. Coordinates policy orientation for new employees.
8. Processes employment verifications.
9. Processes separating employees.
10. Processes payroll tasks and serves as payroll backup.
11. Answers telephone and greets visitors; provides information and assistance to employees, retirees, job applicants, and the general public.
12. Administers Employee Referral Program.
13. Enter new hire I-9’s into E-verify system.
14. Enter all new hire Elections poll workers into Munis.
15. Processes new hire IDs.
16. Maintains office supply inventory; reorders as needed.
17. Performs other related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION
1. Knowledge of standard human resources practices.
2. Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations related to human resources.
3. Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
4. Knowledge of County policies and procedures.
5. Knowledge of County hiring processes and procedures.
6. Knowledge of job codes, pay grades and steps.
7. Skill in public and interpersonal relations.
8. Skill in researching and preparing reports.
9. Skill in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS
The Assistant Human Resources Director assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.
GUIDELINES
Guidelines include County personnel policies, FLSA, wage and hour law, standard operating procedures, and other state or federal laws relative to human resources. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.
COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK
· The work consists of related technical duties. Frequent interruptions and strict deadlines contribute to the complexity of the position.
· The purpose of this position is to provide technical support for the county’s human resources activities. Success in this position contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of department operations.
CONTACTS
· Contacts are typically with co-workers, job applicants, department head, and members of the general public.
· Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT
· The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light objects.
· The work is typically performed in an office.
SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
None.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES
· Possession of a valid State of Georgia driver's license (Class C) and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in compliance with County Safety and Loss Control Guidelines. Completion of the State of Georgia Department of Transportation Defensive Driving Course and/or Emergency Vehicle Operation Certification within twelve (12) months of employment.
· Fayette County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
· The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, as amended, requires employees to protect the security of Protected Health Information (PHI) however it is obtained, handled, learned, heard or viewed in the course of their work.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL COMPLIANCE
· In accordance of Fayette County's Substance Abuse Policy of 1996, as amended, all job applicants offered employment will undergo testing for the presence of illegal drugs and alcohol as a condition of employment. In the course of employment, employees are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, and routine fitness for duty testing for illegal drugs and alcohol abuse. Employees are prohibited to work under the influence, to possess, to distribute, or to sell illegal drugs in the work place or abuse alcohol on the job. Confirmed positive is reason for denial of employment and/or termination.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
· Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for two to three years.
· Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's licenses issued by the State of Georgia.
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