Minimum Qualifications
Education and/or Equivalent Experience: - Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field plus four (4) years of human resources experience in the human resources specialty assigned.
- Experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education up to a maximum of four (4) years substitution.
Licenses or Certifications:None.
Notes to Applicants
This position is part of the Employment Division of the Human Resources Department and will be responsible for the following duties:
- Executive recruiting and supporting executive level staff to develop and implement citywide employment initiatives and projects.
- Providing subject matter expertise and consultation for hiring employment policies and procedures to department human resources staff.
- Partnering with departments on vacancy management and developing recruitment and staffing strategies.
- Coordination of staffing of reassigned employees during an emergency situation (flood, hurricane, etc.).
- Designing and conducting training/presentations on hiring policies, procedures and best practices.
- Planning small to large-scale public events including job fairs.
When completing a City of Austin employment application: - Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.
- A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job titles and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered.
- A résumé is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please include contact information from previous employers.
Travel:
If you are selected for this position, and meet the
Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin
Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
If you are selected as a top candidate: - Verification of your education (which may include high school graduation or GED , undergraduate, and/or graduate degrees) will be required. You must provide proof of education from an accredited organization/institution and proof of your professional licenses or certifications.
- This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation ( CBI ).
Benefits: - Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities, and more. Please click HERE for more information.
Pay Range
$33.05 - $42.14 per hour
Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Telework opportunities may be available after an initial training period. Work schedules must be at least 50% hybrid in the office within a two (2) week period and are implemented to meet the requirements of the department and are subject to change based on business needs.
Hours may vary depending on work demands and business needs.
Job Close Date 05/31/2024 Type of Posting External Department Human Resources Regular/Temporary Regular Grant Funded or Pooled Position Not Applicable Category Professional Location 505 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Experience: - Extensive experience facilitating full-cycle recruitment and hiring
- Experience developing innovative recruitment strategies and consultation for hard to fill jobs
- Experience managing and planning Small and Large-Scale events including job fairs, meetings, workshops, etc.
- Experience developing and delivering training/presentations
- Experience posting jobs and/or recruitment content on social media
- Experience developing and writing memos, reports, guides, policies, and procedures related to hiring and selection
- Ability to travel to more than one work location.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities
Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
1. Plans, designs, develop, implements, and evaluate major human resources programs within the area of specialization for city wide use.
2. Provides advice and counsel to management and other employee groups on a broad range of human resources issues and decisions within the area of specialization.
3. Identifies, analyze, and recommends solutions for various human resources problems within the area of specialization, monitoring implementation of agreed upon actions until the problem has been resolved.
4. Advise and influence management in making sound human resources related decisions within the area of specialization.
5. Analyze morale indicators and other personnel measurements such as but not limited to surveys, turnover, and grievances, and present recommendations within the area of specialization for corrective action programs.
6. Ensures compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements.
7. Conducts training to departments in changes in policies, personnel procedures and classification programs.
8. Observes, interviews, and survey employees and conduct group meetings to collect job, organizational, and occupational information.
Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:
- Provide leadership for groups including other professionals and support staff in the area of specialization.
- May manage entire program or programs.
- Periodically act as a team leader to special task forces or teams.
- Provide direction and/or guidance to less experienced human resources personnel.
- Provide training to managers and others on human resources issues.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of assigned human resources areas.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel activities.
- Knowledge of city practice, policy and procedures.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in using computers, related software and large databases.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing..
- Ability to handle hostility, conflict, and uncertain situations.
- Ability to mentor and train.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to develop and maintain current knowledge in the assigned Human Resources areas.
- Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with other city employees and the public.
Criminal Background Investigation This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation. EEO/ADA
City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS , AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.
Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* The minimum qualifications for the Human Resources Consultant position are: Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in a related field plus four (4) years of human resources experience in the human resources specialty assigned. Experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education up to a maximum of four (4) years substitution. Do you meet these minimum qualifications?
* Do you have the ability to travel to multiple sites as part of the regular job duties?
* This position requires a criminal background check. By selecting the following, you are acknowledging that you understand if you are selected as a top candidate for this position, you will need a successful CBI to be hired.
- I acknowledge and understand this position requires a Criminal Background Check
* Please describe your experience in employment services, including employee recruitment, applicant screening, and interviewing. Please indicate the positions and companies listed on your application that support your answer.
(Open Ended Question)
* Describe your experience planning, coordinating, and leading small and large-scale events such as meetings, trainings, workshops, etc. Please indicate the positions and companies listed on your application that support your answer.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience developing and delivering training. Please indicate the positions and companies listed on your application that support your answer.
(Open Ended Question)
* Please describe your experience with business writing for memos, reports, guides, policies, and procedures related to hiring and selection. Please indicate the positions and companies listed on your application that support your answer.
(Open Ended Question)
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