HR Assistant - Human Resources

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking an HR support professional to handle front-line inquiries, schedule tests, coordinate onboarding, and assist with HR documentation.

The role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality while supporting County HR operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• At least 2 years of related HR/customer service experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to interact professionally with the public and staff.
• Good computer skills and typing ability (minimum 35 WPM).

Responsibilities

• Respond to incoming calls, take messages, and direct inquiries to the appropriate area.
• Assist with New Employee Orientation and HR documentation processing.
• Schedule applicant testing, meetings, and conference room reservations.
• Assist with HR content for social media and maintain image files.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Typing (35 WPM)

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Some college preferred

Tools

OnBase

HR systems

Job description

If you are a current Fort Bend County employee (excluding election workers):

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

• Responds to incoming telephone calls by taking messages, answering questions, and directing calls to the appropriate person or area. Greets the public and directs them to the proper area or person. Provides friendly, professional, knowledgeable, and quality customer service.
• Assists with the facilitation of New Employee Orientation and execution of employee documentation; Process and monitors job postings and websites.
• Schedules and administers applicant testing; Schedules meetings and reservations for the conference room.
• Assists with creating content for HR’s social media accounts.
• Maintains the organization of images files through OnBase.
• Supports HR-related training programs, workshops, and seminars
• May assist with processing employee action forms.
• Provides information and assistance to applicants regarding the application process and completion
• Schedules and coordinates pre-placement screening for all new hires, including drug tests, physicals, and background checks. Coordinates County’s DOT and non-DOT drug testing program.
• Assists other members of HR staff as needed.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality. Identifies process improvements and enhancements to better provide exceptional support to employees across the County.
• Coaches employees to utilize available HR Tools and Resources.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED. Some college preferred.
• 2 years of job-related experience. Knowledge of Human Resources practices is preferred.
• Working knowledge of word processing software; good computer and typing skills (minimum 35 WPM).
• Organizational skills; ability to complete assigned tasks within tight deadlines and to prioritize own work.
• Customer service orientation with strong interpersonal skills.
• Good verbal and written communication; strong interpersonal skills; ability to interact and deal effectively with the public and all levels of employees.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $20.71 - $25.89 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.