HR Generalist II- Support Operations Branch, Austin TX

Txdot; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave and holidays

Health premiums paid at 100% for full‑

On-the-job training

Tuition assistance program

Holistic wellness program with leave

Career development and advancement

Family-friendly policies and programs

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) in Austin seeks an HR Generalist II to support the Operations Branch with recruitment, onboarding, benefits and leave administration, employee relations, and performance management.

The role functions as a trusted advisor to management, guiding policy interpretation and organizational engagement. Hybrid work arrangement; 1 year HR experience; valid driver’s license; PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year HR-related experience or more.
• Valid driver’s license (driving a state vehicle).
• Preferred: coaching supervisors in employee relations; experience with FMLA/ADA leave management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted advisor and strategic consultant to management and employees.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, benefits and leave administration, and employee relations.
• Support performance management, policy interpretation, and organizational engagement.
• Generate and analyze automated HR reports.
• Provide guidance on sensitive issues such as discipline and workplace conduct.
• Assist in training and employee forums; coordinate communications.
• Maintain confidential HR data and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

HR knowledge

Employee relations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Benefits administration

Leave management

Policy interpretation

Performance management

Organizational engagement

PeopleSoft

Education

PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP

Tools

PeopleSoft

Job description

Job Description - HR Generalist II- Support Operations Branch, Austin TX (2602769)

Job Description

Position Information

The Texas Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Division is seeking a motivated HR professional to join our team in Austin. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an organization that serves millions of Texans while supporting a diverse workforce of more than 13,000 employees.

More than a traditional HR role, this position serves as a trusted advisor and strategic consultant to management and employees. The successful candidate will work across a broad range of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, benefits and leave administration, employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation, and organizational engagement.

We are looking for an experienced HR professional who is passionate about helping others succeed, building strong business partnerships, and providing sound guidance on complex workplace matters.

Minimum Salary

65,000.00

Maximum Salary

75,000.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Locations

Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job Shift Details : 40 hours per week

Location Flexibility

Hybrid

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
• On-the-Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Performs highly complex human resources-related work in a district or the Human Resources Division. Responsible for one or more human resources program(s). Work requires reviewing, preparing, and maintaining confidential information. Work requires contact with management, employees, retirees, health care providers; and state and federal agencies. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

• Enters, maintains, and coordinates data such as applicant, salary, and benefits transactions using a Human Resources Information Management System (PeopleSoft)
• Participates in hiring program activities, including, but not limited to managing job openings, screening employment applications, assisting in interviewing, and facilitating the hiring process.
• Coordinates, and conducts employee forums, new employee orientation, annual enrollment, or human resources-related meetings.
• Review and manage routine medical related employee needs, including Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Interprets human resources policies and procedures and pertinent state/federal rules and regulations with guidance from supervisor or Lead Worker.
• Responds to and processes requests and inquiries from employees for various human resources activities and programs.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints regarding human resources policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance to management on sensitive issues in areas, such as substance abuse and employee discipline
• Generates and analyzes automated reports regarding human resources activities.
• Provides guidance to management on sensitive issues in areas, such as employee discipline, performance management and substance abuse.
• Performance other job responsibilities as assigned.

Experience: 1 year human resources-related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in coaching and guiding supervisors in employee relations matters; handling employee benefits, leave management, including, processing FMLA and ADA requests.

License/Certifications: PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP

• Human resources administrative practices and procedures.
• Federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the human resources field.
• Applicable human resources management and information systems.
• Maintaining effective working relationships with others.
• Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management.
• Prioritizing and organizing work assignments
• Preparing and maintaining confidential and sensitive records, files and reports.
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Exercise logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive motion - substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.