Part Time Human Resources Specialist - Temp

Careers In Government; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a part-time Human Resources Specialist with the City of Grand Prairie! This temporary role offers the chance to make a significant impact by coordinating hiring processes, managing wellness programs, and contributing to special projects that foster a positive workplace culture. If you have a passion for human resources and enjoy working in a supportive environment, this is your opportunity to shine. With a project duration until September 30, 2026, you can gain valuable experience while helping to enhance employee well-being and organizational effectiveness. Apply today and be part of something meaningful!

Qualifications

• Requires an associate's degree in HR management or related field.
• 2 years of experience in human resources or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate hiring processes and manage wellness programs.
• Administer group health insurance and maintain employee records.
• Conduct special projects and assist with salary surveys.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Recruitment Planning

Benefits Administration

Wellness Program Coordination

Data Management

Education

Associate's Degree in Human Resources Management

Business Administration

Public Administration

Tools

Spreadsheet Software

Payroll System

Job description

Part Time Human Resources Specialist - Temp

City of Grand Prairie, TX

Grand Prairie, Texas United States View Map

Job Summary
Join the City of Grand Prairie’s dynamic team! We’re hiring for two temporary part-time Human Resources positions where you’ll play a vital role in coordinating hiring processes, managing wellness and group health programs, and contributing to special projects that make a real impact. If you’re passionate about people, organization, and creating a positive workplace, this is your chance to shine in a supportive and rewarding environment. Apply today with The City of Grand Prairie!

Essential Job Functions

• Coordinates the hiring process by preparing advertisements; performing recruitment planning; screening applications; updating and creating job descriptions; entering new employee data into computer; conducting new employee orientation; conducting civil service entrance exams; explaining City policies and procedures to new employees; conducting background investigations and social security checks; and administering pre-employment testing.
• Administers group health insurance program by conducting new hire benefits orientation; maintaining COBRA files; reviewing new enrollments and changes for accuracy; completing changes as required by the plan; coding forms according to the plan; copying and faxing forms to various vendors; mailing originals to vendors; inputting data to payroll system; copying files in personnel files; communicating with employees regarding forms in order to clarify information about coverage and dependent information; and assisting employees with any questions or concerns.
• Administers the wellness program by planning and coordinating health fair and wellness activities; recruiting volunteers; scheduling meetings; monitoring the budget; locating and calling vendors for participation; and creating letters, maps, and participation surveys for vendors.
• Maintains records by maintaining various spreadsheets; maintaining applications; and selecting rejection forms and interview rating sheets for legal and EEOC purposes.
• Completes special projects by conducting and responding to salary surveys; completing ESR processing; and assisting with special events as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Formal Education / Knowledge: Requires Graduation from an accredited college with an associate’s degree with major study in human resources management, business or public administration or a closely related field; and/or two years of increasingly responsible experience in all areas of human resources. Any equivalent combination of education and experience, with additional work experience substituting for the required education on a year for year basis.
• Experience: Over one year up to and including two years.
• Certification and Other Requirements: Valid Texas Class C Driver's License

Additional Information

Please note this is a TEMPORARY position:

• Project Duration: The position is funded only through the project’s completion date of September 30, 2026.
• End of Project Employment: After the conclusion of the project, employment with the city will cease unless the individual applies for and is selected for a different, funded, and budgeted city position.
• No Guaranteed Transition: There will not be a specific position created for any project employee to continue their employment after the project ends.

Closing Date/Time: 2/14/2025 5:00 PM Central