Temporary Human Resources Specialist Leave Management

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Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
Graduation with an Associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field, plus two (2) years of related HR experience.
Any combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Notes to Applicants
Position Overview:
The person in this position will provide administrative assistance to the Austin Water Human Resources Leave Management team. Duties will include:
Responding to employees regarding COVID leave.
Contact tracing for employees exposed to COVID in the workplace.
Advising employees on COVID leave and isolation protocol.
Assisting with special projects that support leave management and employee relations.
Other duties as assigned.
When completing the City of Austin employment application:
Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
A resume will not substitute for a complete employment application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers.
If you are selected for hire:
Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate and/or graduate degrees) is required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization or institution. You must also provide proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
If you are in the military or are a military veteran, you will need to provide a copy of the Member 4 page of your DD-214 prior to confirming a start date.
Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program,
you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
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Hours
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, or other hours based on business needs.
Job Close Date
03/06/2022
Type of Posting
External
Department
Austin Water Utility
Regular/Temporary
Temporary (No benefits)
Grant Funded or Pooled Position
Not Applicable
Category
Professional
Location
Waller Creek Center, 625 E. 10th St., Austin, 78701
Preferred Qualifications
Experience performing leave management tasks, such as reviewing applications for FMLA , entering worker's compensation claims, reviewing ADA requests.
Experience performing Human Resources administrative tasks
Experience with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint or similar business productivity software applications
Ability to travel to more than one work location
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Assists in implementing, administering, and evaluating HR programs. Assists in developing and implementing systems, policies, procedures, strategies, and process work flows for use within departments. Provides information to employees in assigned area(s) of responsibility, and conducts basic research and makes appropriate recommendations based on findings. Provides advice and counsel to management and other employee groups related to compliance with and the communication, interpretation, and implementation of City personnel policies and other relevant employment laws and regulations. Assists in solving HR problems, creating best practices, making recommendations, and monitoring implementation of agreed-upon actions until the problem has been resolved. Researches information as requested and/or needed; compiles data; and writes informational memos, letters, reports, forms, plans, documents, and queries using computer, spreadsheets, databases, or presentation software. Assists in the analysis of morale indicators such as but not limited to surveys, turnover, and grievances; and presents recommendations within the area of specialization for corrective action when needed. Collaborates and participates on teams with HR and other stakeholders.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
Knowledge of assigned HR area.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel activities.
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to handle hostility, conflict, and uncertain situations.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
Ability to train others.
Ability to develop and maintain current knowledge in the assigned HR areas.
Ability to develop and maintain knowledge and skill in the use of computerized tools, databases, and communications techniques used in HR.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation
This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation
EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please **** or TTY (512) 974-2445.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within
the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* This position requires graduation with an Associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field, plus two (2) years of related HR experience. Any combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications. Do you meet the minimum qualifications? Yes
No
* Do you have experience with leave management activities such as reviewing medical documentation and requests for leave benefits such as FMLA, ADA, COVID Leave, Worker's Compensation, and/or other leave benefits? Yes
No
* Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically with Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook? No experience
Basic: create/edit simple documents, spreadsheets, emails, & simple presentations
Intermediate: create/edit a variety of documents & spreadsheets; reformat document features such as color, font style and size of text, change page size/width, & filter/sort data fields create a variety of presentations, & reformat individual slides
Advanced: create/edit complex documents, spreadsheets, presentations; integrate features such as tables, charts, mathematic formulas, hyperlinks, graphics; data/mail merge, import data from one document to another create/edit complex, professional-quality
* Are you willing and able to work Friday - Tuesday (including Saturday and Sunday), 8:00 am - 5:00 pm? Yes
No
* This position is temporary with no benefits. Are you willing to accept a temporary position? Yes
No
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties? Yes
No
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Austin
Texas
United States
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