Human Resources Technician

City of Plymouth; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

VEBA HRA

FSAs - Medical & Dependent Care

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance & AD&D

Voluntary Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

EAP

Pension/Retirement Plans

Job summary

The City of Plymouth, Minnesota is seeking an HR Generalist to provide administrative and technical support across recruitment, payroll, HRIS, compensation and classification, compliance, labor and employee relations, benefits, risk management and employee development.

Responsibilities include maintaining accurate employee data, assisting with PERA enrollment, responding to inquiries, supporting onboarding, and ensuring policy compliance while upholding CIVIC values.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
• Ability to read and understand complex information and interpret the information for others.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding all personnel matters.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and demands.
• Demonstrated ability to align with City of Plymouth’s CIVIC values and support city priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and technical support for all areas of human resources including recruitment and selection, payroll administration, HRIS, compensation and classification, compliance, labor and employee relations, benefits, risk management and employee development.
• Provide professional assistance and service to staff and the public.
• Enter and maintain data in the HRIS and ensure accuracy of employee data including compensation and benefit elections.
• Assist with PERA enrollment and reporting; respond to employee data-related questions.
• Support recruitment activities for the city, including posting positions, reviewing applications, scheduling interviews, and coordinating onboarding.

Skills

Office suite proficiency

HR data handling

Written & verbal communication

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Customer service

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field

Tools

Workday HRIS

Job description

At the City of Plymouth, we all work together to add quality to life. This mission and our guiding values – CIVIC: customer focus, integrity, visionary, inclusion and connection – shape our work as we advance the City Council’s strategic priority to be a city of choice. We are seeking candidates who are eager to adopt and champion our mission and values.

Pay Range: $32.37 - $41.90 Hourly

Job Description

Primary Objective of Position Provide administrative and technical support for all areas of human resources including recruitment and selection, payroll administration, HRIS, compensation and classification, compliance, labor and employee relations, benefits, risk management and employee development. Provide professional assistance and service to staff and the public.

Major Areas of Accountability

Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers in a manner that inspires professionalism, strong communication, team building and alignment with city values. Help create and maintain a respectful workplace culture and champion diversity and inclusion Participate in city-wide training designed to strengthen skills in areas such as communications, leadership, decision-making and problem solving Enter and maintain data in the Human Resources Information System (HRIS). Enter and ensure accuracy of employee data including compensation, benefit elections, tax withholdings, direct deposits, etc Assist with PERA enrollment and reporting Respond to employees’ day-to-day data-related questions and issues Assist with pay and benefits support in accordance with labor agreements and personnel policy Enter and monitor garnishment, levies and child support orders Assist in monitoring and responding to requests from Unemployment Insurance. Coordinate with vendor for 1095-C reporting Conduct and respond to salary surveys Support recruitment activities for the city. Create and maintain accurate records and files Post and advertise positions as assigned Support and assist with all aspects of the hiring cycle including reviewing and scoring applications, scheduling interviews, reference checking and candidate correspondence Participate in and support onboarding activities Respond to background requests or other data requests as assigned Manage pre-placement activities for candidates such as required release forms, backgrounds, physicals and drug screens Attend recruitment functions such as job fairs Support labor and employee relations activities. Provide administrative support and organization Provide contract or policy details in response to questions from applicants, employees and supervisors Monitor timely performance evaluations and supporting data Ensure city compliance with employment-related state and federal laws, rules and regulations. Manage employee files and HR related documents in accordance with the records retention schedule and data privacy laws Assist the designated employer representative (DER) with coordinating testing as required by law. Prepare and submit required reports as assigned Submit property/casualty and worker’s compensation claims and assist with correspondence and recordkeeping Adhere to the requirements of the Government Data Practices Act, HIPAA and other relevant rules and regulations Provide backup and support to other department staff. Assist during the annual open enrollment process Support employee development and engagement initiatives including scheduling and coordinating the set-up and take-down of city trainings and participation in engagement initiatives Provide general administrative support for human resources activities and perform other duties as needed. Draft correspondence, reports, minutes and memos Pay HR-related invoices Complete employment verifications Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws
• Ability to read and understand complex information and interpret the information for others
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding all personnel matters
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and demands
• Demonstrated ability to perform in accordance with the City of Plymouth’s CIVIC values (customer focus, integrity, visionary, inclusion and connection) and comfort with supporting and advancing the city council’s strategic priorities

Desired Qualifications

• Related experience in HR and using Workday HRIS
• Knowledge of guidelines relating to employee selection, equal employment opportunity, Veterans Preference and the ADAAA

Physical Requirements

• Very frequent (often required to perform the job): Sitting or standing, stationary desk or bench work with neck bent forward, handling objects (grasping, turning or otherwise using hands or hand), repetitive hand motion (typing, using computer)
• The employee must be able to lift and/or carry items from 0 – 5 pounds from 0 – 6 feet.
• The employee must be able to lift items such as files, binders and office equipment

Benefit Information

• Health Insurance: HealthPartners coverage with three network options, ranging from narrow to open access, providing a range of premium costs.
• VEBA Health Reimbursement Account (HRA): Employer-funded, tax-free account that can be used to help pay eligible medical expenses, including deductibles, coinsurance, and other out-of-pocket expenses such as dental and vision care.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs): Medical and Dependent Care FSAs.
• Dental Insurance: Coverage provided by Delta Dental.
• Basic Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability: Coverage provided to all employees.
• Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional coverage available for purchase.
• Voluntary Vision Insurance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Retirement and Medical Savings Plans
• PERA Pension: Pension benefits through the Public Employees Retirement Association of Minnesota.
• Deferred Compensation: 457 retirement savings opportunities available through multiple vendors.
• Post-Employment Health Care Savings: Tax-free savings opportunities for eligible employees who transfer severance payments to a VEBA HRA.
• undefined Paid Time Off (PTO) and Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST): Starting at 23.75 days per year, accrued each pay period.
• Extended Illness Leave: 40 hours per year, accrued each pay period, up to a maximum of 600 hours. This benefit provides income continuation during a period of personal illness or injury.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Benefits may vary based on applicable labor agreements and the FTE status of the position.

The City of Plymouth, Minnesota is a thriving community of more than 80,000 residents located just twelve miles northwest of Minneapolis. Our team of highly professional employees is dedicated to serving a vibrant, growing and diverse community to achieve our mission of working together to add quality to life. This work is guided by our CIVIC Values: Customer Focus (providing responsive and excellent service), Integrity (doing the right thing to maintain public trust), Visionary (anticipating needs of customers by being bold, strategic and creative), Inclusion (fostering a culture that values individuals for their unique qualities and contributions) and Connections (cultivating authentic relationships and meaningful engagement experiences).