Temporary - Human Resources Advisor Senior Compensation

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Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience:
Graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in related field, plus four (4) years of HR experience.
One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
None.
Notes to Applicants
Position Overview:
This temporary Human Resources Advisor Senior position will work as part of the Compensation HR team at Austin Water. The ideal candidate will have the ability to exercise sound critical thinking and judgment to handle complex compensation matters with strong consulting skills. This role will serve as a strategic business partner with all levels of the department and function as a change agent and subject matter expert in Compensation.
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 is required, but 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..
All Austin Water worksite locations are tobacco-****.59 per hour
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, up to 29 hours a week.
Job Close Date
03/11/2022
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
Ability to provide fair and equitable Compensation guidance to managers and employees.
Demonstrated experience reviewing salary trends and job descriptions to help establish equitable compensation based on assigned duties.
Experience in reclassifications, salary exceptions, creating career progressions, market study requests and creating new job descriptions.
Experience with high volume Compensation practices of both exempt and non-exempt positions.
Experience collaborating with executives and senior management to develop and maintain relationships.
Experience using an applicant tracking/ HRIS system
Experience using Microsoft Offices applications to include Word, Excel and Outlook
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.
Collaborates and serves as strategic partner with senior leaders and management on HR programmatic analysis, implementation, and administration providing operational oversight, advice, and analytical support. Manages and resolves complex HR-related issues and provides solutions to programs and processes, monitoring implementation of agreed upon actions until the problem has been resolved. Advises and influences management in making sound HR-related decisions. Serves as subject matter expert in providing advice and counsel to management and employee groups on a broad range of HR issues and with applicable regulations, programs, policies, and procedures. Interprets and provides guidance on, and interpretation of, applicable systems, policies, procedures, strategies, process work flows, and regulations; and monitors compliance with policies, regulations, laws, and program objectives. Identifies, analyzes, and recommends solutions for various HR problems using morale indicators and other personnel measurements, such as, but not limited to, surveys, turnover, and grievances; and presents recommendations for corrective action programs when needed. Provides training to managers and supervisors on HR topics and procedures. Researches, gathers, analyzes, and evaluates data and information; monitors program trends; reviews and performs quality checks of program-related data; and develops and maintains management reporting to support decision making and policy development. Monitors and maintains system data, files, records, and reporting; transmits program data files to vendors; and develops, monitors, and implements information tracking systems.
Responsibilities
- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel activities.
Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
Knowledge and practices of HR program administration and management.
Knowledge of practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others.
Knowledge of principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
Knowledge of customer service principles.
Skill in overseeing the maintenance of HR program/process documentation, data, schedules, records, and files.
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 coordinate deadlines, prioritize work demands and assign/monitor work performed.
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 knowledge in assigned specialized HR areas.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
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 (*).
* The minimum requirements for this position include graduation with a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, plus four (4) years of HR experience. One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years. Do you meet these minimum qualifications? Yes
No
* Describe your compensation experience, including reclassifications, classifications, conducting market analysis and implementations, structuring and restructuring organizations, and/or career progression programs.
(Open Ended Question)
* How many years of experience do you have in the area if Compensation as it relates to Salary Analysis, Classification Reviews and Studies, Market Reviews, and Survey Data Analysis? No experience
1-3 years
3-6 years
6 years or more
* Which of the following best describes your proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, specifically with Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook? No Experience
b. Basic: create/edit simple documents, simple presentations, & emails; send/receive emails. schedule calendar items, spreadsheets, data entry, basic formatting such as page setup, column width, font type/
c. Intermediate: create/edit a variety of documents & presentations; reformat document features such as color, font style & size of text, change page size/width, & filter/sort data fields/reformat individual slides; set up read receipts, send meeting noti
d. Advanced: create/edit complex documents& professional-quality presentations with transitions; integrate features such as tables, charts, mathematic formulas, hyperlinks, graphics; data/mail merge, import data from one document to another; view calendar
* This position is temporary with no benefits. Are you willing to accept a temporary position? Yes
No
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Austin
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United States
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