HR Representative - Human Resources

NOTICE TO APPLICANT

This position will close at 12 : 00AM MST on the End Date.

You must ensure your application reflects the correct and current information for your work experience, hours worked per week per position, education, personal information, etc.

Only the information provided on this application is evaluated when determining compensation.

End Date : October 15, 2025

Job Description

PURPOSE SUMMARY

Provide para-professional level human resources assistance, services, and guidance. May be assigned primary duties relating to benefits, recruitment, training and / or general HR administration.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES.

Support the Employee Relations unit.  Duties include, but are not limited to :

1. Assist hiring departments with coordination of the recruitment process, including :

Initiate communication and schedule a meeting with the hiring department to guide the hiring manager in the processes to ensure compliance with HR policy and best practices.

Requisition processing and approval.

Job description updates.

Assist with the development of interview questions.

Post job vacancies in the applicant tracking system and other relevant forums to reach the target applicant pool.

Assess applications for minimum qualifications.

Responsible for correspondence with applicants, including answering candidate questions and providing updates regarding selection or non-selection.

Conduct background checks through approved vendor(s) and schedule post-offer tests if appropriate.

2. Ensure the completion of I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification forms according to USCIS requirements. Complete the E-Verify process in accordance with the regulation. May assist with audits of I-9 records.

3. Coordinate and assist with new employee orientation.  Process new employee records / documents, provide orientation and benefit information, and complete all necessary forms for the personnel file on the employee's date of hire.

4. Provide employee training on areas of specialization, including new employee orientation.

5. May represent the County at career fairs and / or participate in related recruitment activities.

6. Assist with HR training compliance, including sending communications about training opportunities, coordinate training logistics, track training attendance and compliance with required HR training, provide related reports to management, and assist with other training-related needs.

7. Assist with reporting requirements (e.g. time-to-hire reports, EEO compliance reports, orientation surveys, exit interview surveys, etc.).

8. May oversee and monitor drug and alcohol testing program.

Assist with support needs for assigned departments.  Includes, but is not limited to :

1. Assist with front desk coverage in the absence of HR Assistant.

2. May provide back-up to the HRIS position or assist with special projects or assignments.

3. May assist with filing and file audits.

4. Attend meetings, prepare reports, correspondence, and other written material as directed.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES.  Other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS.

A.  Education.  High school diploma or equivalent. A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Behavioral Science or related field may be substituted for work experience.

B.  Experience.   Three (3) years of full-time experience in human resources, payroll and / or benefits position.  Must have a strong working knowledge of computer software such as payroll and / or accounting, spreadsheets and word processing.

C.  Education / Experience substitution. In accordance with County Policy.

D.  Licenses / Certifications. Certification as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) preferred.

E.  Other. (e.g., post-offer medical exam, polygraph, background check, driver’s license record, etc.).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION :

Knowledge of : Contemporary principles and practices of human resource / personnel management, including recruitment and selection, job classification, compensation and employer / employee relations; pertinent federal, state, employment, labor, wage, hour, and local laws, codes, and regulations specific to the area of primary responsibility; business

Skill in : English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic. Use independent judgment in various situations; communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing,  with elected county officials,  department heads,  employees and the general public;

Ability to : research problems, analyze data, and prepare thorough investigative and other written reports using proper punctuation, grammar, and spelling;  readily apply the personnel ordinance to a situation, analyze and make recommendations for resolutions to technical personnel problems;  establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with others. Maintain strict confidentiality.

Compensation Range $21.16 - $31.74

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