Human Resources Specialist (Talent Acquisition)

City of Austin, TX
Austin, Texas United States  View Map
Posted: Nov 08, 2024
  • Full Time
  • Human Resources and Personnel
  • Job Description

    Minimum Qualifications
    • 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 Human Resources Specialist will serve in a support role within the Department of Aviation - Talent Acquisition Division. The HR Specialist will be responsible for providing HR/Employment related administrative support all while providing high-level customer service to the Executive Leadership team, Management Team, employees, and the general public. Responsibilities include performing pre-hire and post-interview activities.

    The HR Specialist position will be responsible for handling multiple tasks assigned by the Talent Acquisition Division as it relates to managing airport wide programs.

    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.

    ASSESSMENT
    A skills assessment will be required for this position.

    APPLICATION INFORMATION
    Resumes will not be accepted. Rather a detailed and complete employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Please list your complete employment history, to include all job duties, responsibilities and employment dates on your online application. The application is an official document; incomplete applications will not be considered (i.e., “see resume” or “see LinkedIn profile”).Supplemental information or changes to your application will not be accepted after the job posting closes. The responses to the supplemental questions inquiring about experience should be reflected on your application.

    VETERAN
    Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

    CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK
    The top candidate will be subject to a minimum 10 year criminal background check and security threat assessment.

    GOOD STANDING - DEPARTMENT / DIVISION EMPLOYEES
    Employees, in good standing, who are candidates within the department/division that the position resides in and who meet the minimum and preferred qualifications (if any) of the position will be included in the initial interview. Department/division employees must remain in good standing through the top candidate selection phase at which time the good standing status will be re-verified.

    LANGUAGE
    Must have the ability to read, write, and fluently speak in English.

    DEPARTMENT MAY CLOSE THIS JOB POSTING AT ANY TIME AFTER 7 DAYS .
    Pay Range
    $24.89 - $29.18

    Hours
    Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
    Job Close Date 11/14/2024 Type of Posting External Department Aviation Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location Austin - Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Preferred Qualifications
    • Experience providing Human Resources administrative support.
    • Microsoft Suite experience (Word and Excel).
    • Ability to travel to multiple locations as part of regular job duties.
    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- 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 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 has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
    The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

    The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
    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 qualifications for the Human Resources Specialist position are 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 these minimum qualifications?
    • Yes
    • No
    * Please describe you experience providing human resources administrative support.
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Describe your experience with Microsoft Suite; specifically, Word and Excel.
    (Open Ended Question)
    * Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
    • Yes
    • No
    * The Transportation Security Administration (TSA-division of the USA Dept. of Homeland Security) requires all employees of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport to pass a minimum 10-year criminal background investigation and security threat assessment. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful Criminal Background Check to be hired.
    • I acknowledge and understand this position requires a 10-year Criminal Background Investigation and security threat assessment
    * Were you referred to this opportunity by a current Aviation employee? If yes, please provide the employee’s full name.
    (Open Ended Question)


    Optional & Required Documents

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  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • City of Austin
    • City of Austin

    The City of Austin

    This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017. 

    Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability. 

    The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum. 

    Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes. 

    There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone.

    City Government

    The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms. 

    The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin. 

    The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.

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