Human Resources Advisor Senior - Talent Acquisition

City of Austin; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave time

Career development opportunities

Job summary

City of Austin’s Austin Transportation and Public Works seeks a senior Human Resources Advisor to lead HR program delivery, partner with leadership, and influence decisions with data-driven analysis.

You will manage recruitment processes, provide training to managers, and ensure compliance with laws and city policies. This role emphasizes strategic collaboration, operational oversight, and accountability within a dynamic public-sector environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field plus four years HR experience.
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes including planning and sourcing.
• Experience with an applicant tracking/HRIS system and recruitment platforms.
• Strong consulting, influencing, and relationship-building skills with leaders and staff.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (Teams, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to analyze HR programs and advise on implementation.
• Resolve complex HR issues and provide practical solutions.
• Advise management on policies, compliance, and program objectives.
• Develop training for managers and staff on HR topics.

Skills

Strategic partnership

HR program analysis

Data analysis

Training managers

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office suite

Coaching and leadership

Travel to multiple locations

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

HRIS system

Applicant tracking

Social media recruitment

Job description

About This Position Job Description Summary About Us! Austin Transportation and Public Works (ATPW) is a highly reliable organization that builds and maintains infrastructure for our community. Our vision is for Austin to be the model for safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation. We value safety, unity, reliability, accountability, integrity, community, and employee fulfillment.

Job Description: Purpose: Under limited direction, provides management and employee groups advanced journey-level professional human resources (HR) support on a broad range of HR issues and decisions, primarily in matters that require independent discretion. Responsible for the implementation of services and programs in one or more areas of HR.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Collaborates and serves as strategic partner with senior leaders and management on HR programmatic analysis, implementation, and administration providing operational oversight, advice, and analytical support.
• Manages and resolves complex HR-related issues and provides solutions to programs and processes, monitoring implementation of agreed upon actions until the problem has been resolved.
• Advises and influences management in making sound HR-related decisions.
• Serves as subject matter expert in providing advice and counsel to management and employee groups on a broad range of HR issues and with applicable regulations, programs, policies, and procedures.
• Interprets and provides guidance on, and interpretation of, applicable systems, policies, procedures, strategies, process work flows, and regulations; and monitors compliance with policies, regulations, laws, and program objectives.
• Identifies, analyzes, and recommends solutions for various HR problems using morale indicators and other personnel measurements, such as, but not limited to, surveys, turnover, and grievances; and presents recommendations for corrective action programs when needed.
• Provides training to managers and supervisors on HR topics and procedures.
• Researches, gathers, analyzes, and evaluates data and information; monitors program trends; reviews and performs quality checks of program-related data; and develops and maintains management reporting to support decision making and policy development.
• Monitors and maintains system data, files, records, and reporting; transmits program data files to vendors; and develops, monitors, and implements information tracking systems.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: May provide leadership, work assignments, evaluation, training, and guidance to others.

• Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel activities.
• Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
• Knowledge and practices of HR program administration and management.
• Knowledge of practices and methods of coaching and leading the work of others.
• Knowledge of principles and applications of critical thinking and analysis.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Skill in overseeing the maintenance of HR program/process documentation, data, schedules, records, and files.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
• Skill in using computers and related software.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Skill in planning and organizing.
• Ability to coordinate deadlines, prioritize work demands and assign/monitor work performed.
• Ability to handle hostility, conflict, and uncertain situations.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to train others.
• Ability to develop and maintain knowledge in assigned specialized HR areas.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in related field, plus four (4) years of HR experience. One (1) additional year of experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing the full cycle recruitment process including planning, sourcing, developing, and facilitating the hiring process to position filled. Experience using an applicant tracking/HRIS system. Experience using social media platforms and/or external websites in the recruitment process. Possess strong consulting and influencing skills with the ability to build relationships and develop rapport and credibility with employees and management. A Teamwork attitude; possess strong interpersonal, collaboration and problem solving skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, TEAMS and PowerPoint software applications. Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Notes to Candidate: The Austin Transportation and Public Works Department is excited to post this opportunity for a Human Resources Advisor Sr. that will be part of the Human Resources division, Talent Acquisition team. This team supports hiring for the department, which has over 1000 employees. An effective Human Resources Advisor Sr. will have the following: Strong consulting and influencing skills with the ability to positively build relationships and develop strategies with leaders, teams, and individuals. Provide training and guidance to new Talent Acquisition staff across all phases of the recruitment process. Independently manage competing priorities while meeting organizational hiring goals and deadlines. A critical thinker in handling contentious matters, effective in problem-solving, and understanding local, state, and federal laws and regulations as they relate to human resources. Evaluate recruitment practices and recommend improvements that increase efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of hire. Develop methods and creative recommendations for process improvements and enhancements regarding collaborative relationships. Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion awareness and ensure employees are safe, productive, healthy, and provided consistent, fair, and equitable treatment in the workplace. Advanced computer skills, proficient in Microsoft Office, collaboration platforms (e.g., MS Teams), and emerging HR technologies.

Essential Employee: This position is considered an “Essential” role and is essential to the operations of the City based on the preparation, response, and recovery phase of extraordinary situations or emergency conditions. As an employee that has been designated as “Essential” the expectation will be to work at a designated work site during declared extraordinary situations or emergency conditions to serve the community. Essential Employees during emergencies play a role in ensuring the public health, safety, and welfare of our community and ensuring City operations continue.

Pay Rate: $68,660 - $85,830 Annually.

Location: 5202 E Ben White Blvd Austin, TX 78741.

Hours: Monday - Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Hours may vary depending on departmental needs and initiatives.

Travel: If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Watch Inside TPW to learn more about Austin Transportation and Public Works and its role in the region's mobility landscape.

Working for the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, career development opportunities, and more.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy: This posting may be used to fill other vacancies in other sections within the Division. Decisions on assigned section will be made at the time of hire based on business needs.

Office Location Notes: Office location is subject to change based on department needs and programs.

PLEASE NOTE: Austin Transportation and Public Works positions are not at 100% remote operation.

Video Conferencing Software Technology: Austin Transportation and Public Works uses the communication platform, Microsoft Teams, to conduct virtual interviews.

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