Human Resources Specialist

Wharton County Junior College; Wharton (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Wharton County Junior College is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support online recruitment software processes, onboarding new hires, and processing personnel records at the Wharton Campus. The role requires strong attention to confidentiality and accurate data handling.

Candidates must have 60 college credit hours or the equivalent of four years of full-time work experience, plus three years in a related role.

Qualifications

• Requires 60 college credit hours or equivalent four years of full-time work experience.
• Three years of full-time related work experience required.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and database programs.
• Criminal background check required.
• Attach transcripts, cover letter, and resume to online application.

Responsibilities

• Oversee online employee recruitment software processes.
• Conduct new hire onboarding and process new employees.
• Assist with training of HR staff.

Education

60 college credit hours or equivalent

Tools

Word

Excel

Database programs

Job description

Human Resources Specialist

Wharton County Junior College

• Salary: $39,420.00 - $41,431.00 Annually
• Job Type: Support Staff Full Time
• Job Number: 2608 S 061
• Location: Wharton Campus, 911 Boling Highway, Wharton, TX
• Department: President's Area
• Closing: 9/15/2026 10:00 AM Central

General Description

The Human Resources (HR) Specialist is responsible for overseeing online employee recruitment software processes, conducting new hire onboarding, processing new employees, and assisting with the training of HR staff. This position routinely handles situations that require prudent judgment and adherence to a strict level of confidentiality. The full job description can be viewed on the Wharton County Junior College Website at www.wcjc.edu.

Requirements

This position requires 60 college credit hours or equivalent four years of full‑time work experience or combination of hours and experience. This position requires three years of full‑time related work experience. This position requires the incumbent to be proficient with computer software applications such as Word, Excel, and Database programs. A criminal background check is required.

To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents:

• Copy of college transcript(s) - if applicable
• Cover Letter
• Resume

All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached.