Assistant Director of Human Resources

Drake State Community & Technical College

Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 53,000 - 71,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Annual leave

Personal leave

Professional development leave

Holidays

Retirement participation

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Drake State Community & Technical College is seeking an HR Support role in Huntsville, AL. You will assist in administering HR functions, maintain confidential records, coordinate payroll-related procedures, and help prepare contracts and letters of appointment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in HR or related field, 3+ years in HR, strong policy interpretation skills, and solid computer, communication, and project-management abilities. Salary range is $52,707–$70,896 with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in HR Management or related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Minimum 3 years of full-time HR experience.
Ability to interpret, synthesize, and apply policies and procedures.
Experience in project management and implementation.
Excellent computer skills.
Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

Support the HR Director in administering and coordinating HR functions.
Assist in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
Maintain accurate records for faculty and staff with confidentiality.
Coordinate with Payroll on HR procedures.
Prepare and distribute professional service contracts and letters of appointment.
Assist with HR data for the budget and exit interviews.
Maintain the organization chart and assist with performance evaluations.
Support benefits administration and FMLA processes.
Assist in preparing the handbook and maintaining department records.
Participate in HR meetings and coordinate job announcements and postings.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related field

Job description

Support the Human Resources Director in administering and coordinating HR functions across Drake State Community & Technical College in Huntsville, AL.

Responsibilities

Assist the Director of Human Resources in developing department goals, objectives, and systems.
Maintain accurate records for active faculty and administrative/staff personnel, including the security and confidentiality of personnel files and documents.
Partner with Payroll personnel to ensure procedures related to personnel are maintained.
Prepare and distribute professional service contracts.
Assist in preparing and distributing letters of appointment for administrative/staff, faculty, and adjunct personnel.
Support preparation and gathering of data for the Human Resources Office budget.
Assist with exit interviews, employee relations activities, counseling support, and new employee orientation.
Maintain search files in accordance with the ACCS Uniform Guidelines and Records Disposition Guide.
Ensure employment procedures follow ACCS policies and guidelines.
Respond to employment inquiries by phone or written correspondence.
Post employment information on the College’s website, the Internet, and job boards.
Assist in creating and distributing job announcements, including preparing position advertisements and ensuring proper advertising.
Receive and file applications for job openings.
Verify applicant references, past employment, and credentials.
Notify applicants of the status of their application.
Coordinate with the committee chairperson to review the process and search policies/guidelines.
Set up interviews and assist with new employee orientations.
Maintain the College’s organization chart.
Participate in and represent the College in the ACCS Human Resources association and the local community.
Assist in coordinating and monitoring the performance evaluation process, including revisions as necessary.
Assist with benefits administration for the College.
Support the Director of Human Resources in managing the FMLA process to ensure compliance.
Maintain evidence of professional competence through continuing or in-service education, professional membership, and participation in related community activities.
Assist in preparing and maintaining the handbook on policies and procedures.
Assist in establishing and maintaining department records and reports.
Participate in administrative staff meetings and attend other annual meetings and seminars.
Support updates and distribution of the College directory.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
Minimum 3 years of full-time documented experience working in Human Resources.
Demonstrated ability to interpret, synthesize, and apply policies and procedures.
Experience in successful project management and implementation.
Excellent computer skills.
Effective communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

Benefits

Sick leave: 1 day per month; unused sick leave rolled over.
Annual leave: 0-4 years 8 hours per month; 5-9 years 10 hours per month; 10-14 years 12 hours per month; 15-19 years 14 hours per month; 20+ 16 hours per month; may accumulate up to 480 hours.
Personal leave: up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays per leave year; unused converts to sick leave (converts at end of August each year if not used).
Professional development leave: up to 10 days a year with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays: listed holidays.
Retirement participation in The Teachers’ Retirement System of Alabama for employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Health insurance: PEEHIP health insurance benefits; optional coverage elections available.
Tuition assistance: waiver program for full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and their dependents as defined under policy.

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