Administrative Assistant -- Human Resources Dept

Posted: Continuous 2012-06-18
Closes: Open Until Filled
Administrative Service Center (Central Office)
 

ASC

School or Department

Administrative Assistant - Human Resources (Non-bargaining)

Assignment Open

6/18/12

Date

7:30 am

Start Time

4:30 pm

End Time

8.00

Number of Hours/Day

Non-Bargaining

Classification

N/A

Grade Level

ASAP

New Assignment Date

 

 

 

 

Salary:  will be determined on experience (minimum $13.68/hr)

Duties & Responsibilities:  (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

·   Is knowledgeable enough in Human Resources to answer public inquiries, provide information and screen calls

·   Anticipates, initiates, completes and follows through on a variety of projects

·   Prepares and maintains reports/databases that are necessary to carry out the functions of the Human Resources department

·   Maintains the HRIS database (IFAS) and generates scheduled or requested reports to assist management

·   Periodically audits the database to ensure accuracy

·   Serves as a resource for interpretation of labor agreements

·   Assists with the day-to-day efficient operation of the HR office

·   Participates in developing department goals, objectives, and systems

·   Assists in the development and updating of the Human Resources section of the Web site

·   Keeps employee records up-to-date by processing employee status changes in a timely manner

·   Maintains personnel files in compliance with applicable legal requirements

·   Prepares paperwork required for new hires and establishes personnel file

·   Assists in the development and implementation of an employee handbook and new personnel policies and procedures

·   Develops and processes correspondence and reports from raw data

·   Produces reports, notices and recommendations as requested

·   Obtains, gathers and organizes pertinent data as needed and puts it in usable form for various purposes

·   Other duties as assigned by the HR Director or Associate Director


Physical Requirements of Position:  (HBV   Yes   No)

·   Ability to routinely lift/carry office supplies and printed materials weighing up to 25 pounds, occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

·   Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels in person and/or on the telephone

·   Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation in person and /or on the telephone

·   Ability to operate computer, calculator, copy machine, telephone, and other office equipment with dexterity and in a safe and efficient manner

·   Ability to ascend and descend stairs


Special Qualification Desired:  (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

·   Documentation of extended learning experiences beyond high school diploma (e.g. CPS/PSPC, AA or BA)

·   Five successful years of Secretarial/Administrative Assistant experience

·   Proficient in PC use, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn HR software programs

·   Effective communication skills, expertise in written and verbal communication including correct grammar

·   Proven expertise at taking the initiative to accomplish projects

·   Willingness to cross-train within the department and the ability to adapt to change

·   HR experience preferred

 

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