Description

Under general supervision, performs a variety of technical, complex and/or specialized support duties related to support a variety of Human Resources functions. Provides internal and external communications/information to the general public and employees regarding personnel information and services. Provides support and assistance to professional and technical personnel staff as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.)

Tasks

Assists departments with Neogov. Assists departments with personnel requisitions in application system. Assists in hiring process by coordinating job posting on the website. Prepares and distributes job announcements to departments. Prepares a variety of professional correspondence to employees and applicants. Prepares new and revised job descriptions and files appropriately. Assists applicants as needed regarding application process. Performs all staffing related tasks in a timely manner. Handles temporary employment requests for departments. Requests temporary staffing positions as needed by departments and works as the liaison with temporary staffing agency.

Requests background verifications on new hires. Assists new hires to schedule physicals and provide information about the hiring process. Performs verification requests of employment. Performs updates to employee records in Human Resources Information System (HRIS) as needed.

Serves as backup or provides assistance for other Human Resources personnel during vacations, lunch, and absences.

May assist with County wide trainings. May assist with other trainings necessary or requested across the County.

Assists other Human Resources department personnel with special projects as needed and performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

Knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws, ordinances, statutes, and regulations relating to Human Resources.
Knowledge of Hamilton County policies and procedures.
Knowledge of standard office practices and principles.
Skill in reading, interpreting, understanding and applying departmental and Hamilton County policies and procedures.
Skill in PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Outlook and be proficient in data entry.
Skill in the use of personal computer and related software.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Skill in verbal and written communication.
Skill in composing, typing and proofing materials, establishing priorities, and meeting deadlines.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.
Ability to edit and proofread.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality while working in the Human Resources environment.

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field and a valid driver’s license is required.

OR

An Associate’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field plus two (2) years of direct work experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, Customer Service, or a closely related field. A valid driver’s license is required.

OR

The equivalent of a high school diploma and four (4) years of direct work experience in Human Resources, Business Administration, Customer Service, or a closely related field. A valid driver’s license is required.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Prior to operating a County-owned vehicle, all employees are required to complete the HC Defensive Driving course and/or an Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) provided at the department level.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Previous work experience in a Human Resources Department is preferred but not required.

Experience working in a staffing position is preferred but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work involves a minimum of physical effort with intermittent sitting, standing, kneeling, bending, walking, and driving. May require lifting up to 25lbs. on occasion.

Excessive keyboarding may be required.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Any overtime hours offered in this position are not guaranteed, are an estimate, and are subject to change.

All positions within Hamilton County Government are considered work in-person and require regular and punctual attendance.

All positions within Hamilton County Government may require work on Holidays or weekends. Additionally, irregular hours and shift work may be required, including possible extension of shift hours, at times with short notice.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Hamilton County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services. A copy of Hamilton County's Equal Employment Opportunity Plan (EEOP) & Utilization Report is available on the County’s Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office home page.
https://www.hamiltontn.gov/Department_EqualEmploymentOpportunityOffice.aspx

Hamilton County Government

Meeting the needs of the people where they live, work, and play!

Hamilton County, Tennessee offers a lower cost of living, ease of getting around, a lively arts tradition, and abundant outdoor recreational opportunities.

Working for Hamilton County Government provides many great benefits – take a look at a few of those highlighted below…

On-Site Employee Health Clinic

No copay to utilize clinic services.
Clinic services include routine office visits, sick visits, labs, flu shots, and more
TextCare - Access to care 24/7 via TextCare, which is direct, unlimited access to medical care 24/7 through text message.

(Employee access to the clinic is available from day one. A covered spouse or dependent has access as soon as their health plan coverage is effective. Children age 3 and up who are covered by the County’s insurance are eligible to be seen.)

Telehealth - Two-way, real-time interactive communication between the patient and a practitioner through telecommunications, which may include audiovisual options.
One to One Provider Network – Availability to utilize a network of providers that provide a high level of care at a lower copay/cost.
Health Management Programs – Offered to help employees and their family members in managing the following health conditions: Asthma, Diabetes, Hypertension (High Blood Pressure), and Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol)
Nutritional guidance – Nutritional education provided to assist in making the appropriate food /health choices.

On-Site Employee Pharmacy

Low-cost prescriptions available to those covered under the County health plan.
Over the counter items offered at cost.
RxLocal App – Mobile app provides a convenient way to stay connected and manage your health. Through the app you can request refills and ask questions.
On-site Pharmacist available to answer questions and provide information.

Hamilton County Government offers competitive insurance coverage to fulltime employees.

Medical coverage is offered through Cigna to fulltime employees. The County pays a generous portion of the medical premium. Two options are available to choose from: LCP (Local Cost Plus) and OAP (Open Access Plus).

The LCP has a smaller network that includes most providers and hospitals, with the exception of Parkridge facilities/providers.
The OAP is a national network of facilities/providers that includes most providers/hospitals, including Parkridge.

Dental coverage is a voluntary benefit available to fulltime employees. Three coverage options are offered: Cigna High Plan, Cigna Low Plan, and Sun Life DHMO.

The Cigna High Dental Plan covers orthodontia for children up to age 18. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
The Cigna Low Dental Plan does not cover orthodontia. A national network of dental providers is available to choose from and this plan offers out of network coverage.
The Sun Life DHMO plan is a prepaid dental plan that offers benefits through a network of plan dentists. A dental provider must be selected when enrolling and services must be provided by that provider for benefits to apply.

Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment is provided through Symetra. The County provides $30,000 of Basic Life/Accidental Death and Dismemberment coverage at no cost to fulltime employees.

Additional voluntary benefits fulltime employees have access to enroll in are as follows:

-Individual Short-Term Disability (STD) -Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD)

-Flexible Spending Account–Health Care -Flexible Spending Account–Dept. Care

-Flexible Spending Account–Transportation -Accident Insurance

-Critical Illness Insurance -Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Hamilton County Government Retirement for Fulltime Employees

Pension – Legacy Plan (hired prior to 10/1/2015), in which the employer contributes 14.70%.

Pension – Hybrid Plan (hired on or after 10/1/2015), in which the employee contributes 5% and the employer contributes 4%.

401K – Employer contributes 5% and the employee can contribute the amount of their choice.

457b – Employees have the option to contribute to this plan if they choose.

Pre-Retirement Seminar

Hamilton County Human Resources provides a pre-retirement seminar to those considering retirement, two times per year (1st and 3rd quarter of each year). Seminar topics covered may include:

Health insurance assistance, Medicare info and counseling.
Internal steps to take when an employee is ready to retire.
Estate Planning
Personal Financial Planning
TCRS (Tennessee Consolidated Revenue Service) – Ham. County Pension
Deferred Compensation/457 Plan – Nationwide
Social Security Benefits

Parental Leave

Hamilton County provides eight (8) weeks of paid maternity leave and two (2) weeks of paid paternity leave following the birth of a child or placement of a child with an employee in connection with adoption (age 13 or younger) or foster care.

Paid Time Off

Hamilton County Government provides generous paid time off (PTO) to fulltime employees from the start of employment.

Years 1 – 5: an employee will accrue 5.85 hours of leave, per pay period.
Years 5 – 10: an employee will accrue 6.77 hours of leave, per pay period.
Years 11–15: an employee will accrue 8.31hours of leave, per pay period.
Year 15 and each year thereafter, an employee will accrue 8.93 hours of leave, per pay period.

At each anniversary, an employee can roll over up to 80 hours of unused PTO into their leave bank. (Up to 800 hours for employees hired on or after 1/1/2013).

Paid Holidays

Hamilton County Government provides thirteen (13) paid holidays to fulltime employees.

New Year’s Day Independence Day

M.L. King’s Birthday Labor Day

President’s Day Veteran’s Day

Good Friday Thanksgiving (2 days)

Memorial Day Christmas (2 days)

Juneteenth

Wellness Facility

Hamilton County Government provides a 24/7 fitness center, free of charge, to County employees and family members (age 14+) covered under the County's health plan. The fitness center offers cardio and strength-training equipment, along with group exercise classes throughout the year. (which may include Zumba, spin, yoga, etc.)

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