HR Programs & Compliance Specialist

City of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Austin is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to provide support, advice, and problem solving in HR areas, helping implement programs, policies, and workflows across departments, and advising employees and managers on policy interpretation and compliance.

Candidates should have an associate degree with HR experience, strong communication, data analysis, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced municipal setting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree with related HR coursework and 2 years of HR experience.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Ability to work with multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong communication and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing, administering, and evaluating HR programs.
• Develop and implement HR systems, policies, procedures, strategies, and workflows.
• Provide information to employees and conduct basic HR research.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders on HR initiatives.

Skills

HR Knowledge

Policy Compliance

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Office Suite

Databases

Job description

The City of Austin is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to provide support, advice, and problem solving in HR areas, helping implement programs, policies, and workflows across departments, and advising employees and managers on policy interpretation and compliance.

Candidates should have an associate degree with HR experience, strong communication, data analysis, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast‑paced municipal setting.