Performs highly skilled administrative support for the Human Resources Department in the areas of benefits, recruitment, and employment law compliance. Maintains the operational activities of the department under the supervision of the Director of Human Resources.
Benefits Overview
- 3 weeks of vacation per year after the first year (2 weeks during the first year)
- Medical insurance provided at no cost to the employee
- Dental and vision insurance offered
- Pet insurance available for your four-legged friends
- Supplemental insurance options
- $25,000 life insurance policy at no cost to the employee
- 13 paid city-observed holidays
- 16 hours of paid personal days annually
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 per fiscal year
- Retirement plan with a 7% contribution of gross salary to the Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS) and a city contribution match of 2 to 1
- Longevity pay of $7.50 per month per year of service, paid annually each December
- Employee Fitness Center access
Our City Mission: To provide exceptional services that create and sustain a safe, livable, and vibrant community.
Our City Vision: Building a better tomorrow together by cultivating a City that is financially strong, with a thriving economy, quality infrastructure, and a dynamic culture.
Our Core Values: Rtown THRIVES
- Teamwork: Collaborating to achieve common goals and enhance community well-being.
- Hometown: Cherishing and preserving our town’s character and history.
- Respect: Promoting mutual respect among all community members.
- Integrity: Upholding high ethical standards with transparency and accountability.
- Vision: Embracing innovation for a sustainable future while honoring our history.
- Employees: Maintaining a healthy work culture focused on well-being.
- Service: Committing to superior service and continuous improvement.
Job Responsibilities
- Provides administrative support for the Human Resources Department, including assisting employees and citizens, managing inquiries, and scheduling.
- Maintains HR policies and procedures documentation.
- Manages the City Hall Breakroom supplies.
- Administers the Employee Recognition Program.
- Conducts new hire orientations and manages onboarding documentation.
- Creates and distributes the quarterly newsletter.
- Processes accounts payable invoices and P-card statements.
- Coordinates training courses and updates employee benefit enrollments.
- Handles leave of absence requests, FMLA, and other related documentation.
- Reminds staff of performance evaluation deadlines.
- Manages online talent acquisition processes, including application screening, scheduling examinations, and making hiring recommendations.
- Verifies employment and open record requests.
- Participates in staff meetings and other seminars.
- Coordinates employee events and manages the Wellness Committee.
- Assists with Workers’ Compensation processes.
- Cross-trains with the Human Resources Generalist to ensure coverage.
- Requires in-city travel and performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, with three (3) years of relevant experience, or
- High School Diploma or GED, with five (5) years of relevant experience.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
Additional Requirements
- Valid Class C Texas Driver's License with reliable transportation and liability insurance.
- Successful completion of pre-employment background checks and drug screening.