HR Assistant (Employee Services)

Port Of Corpus Christi Authority•Corpus Christi, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team as an HR Assistant (Employee Services). This position will assist in all facets of Human Resources, including but not limited to compensation, recruitment, compliance, policy implementation, performance management, talent management, employee relations, and the preparation of related documents and reports to support department initiatives. The role provides crucial support to the Director of Human Resources.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment.
Valid driver’s license.
Minimum of two years of experience in the type of duties outlined above or acceptable equivalent experience.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, utilize mature judgment, be courteous and work efficiently, set and adjust priorities.
Must learn PCCA and human resource functions.
Ability to meet and deal with the public in a professional manner.
Communicate effectively with staff at all levels verbally and in writing.
Ability to prepare clear, concise reports, notes, correspondence and other written material and to review, revise and edit materials.
Knowledge of administrative office procedures and skills.
Effective business communication skills utilizing correct English including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Organizational and time management skills, with attention to detail and creativity in fulfilling job responsibilities.
Ability to handle multiple tasks from inception to completion, handle heavy workload and work under deadlines.
Ability to perform research, evaluate alternatives and provide recommendations.
Ability to represent the port effectively and work professionally with PCCA management and staff.
Proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, graphic computer programs, and other related applications.
Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined, climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands.
Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp/handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders.
Ability to work in a general office environment, with some exposure to the elements when visiting worksites with exposure to adverse weather conditions, fumes and /or air particulates, working in high precarious places, risk of electrical shock and moving mechanical parts, moderate noise levels and working at heights, ability to wear personnel protective equipment, including hard hat, steel toed footwear, eye and hearing protection when performing work functions.
Communicating verbally, in writing and over devices such as phones and mobile phones.
Ability to operate mechanical and electrical equipment and light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and/or weekends, as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with an applicant tracking system, preferred.
CPR certified or the ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment.
Tier 3 status designation.

Responsibilities

Supports recruiting and hiring functions.
Supports the administration of the talent management system modules.
Assists in preparing PCCA Employee Action Notices.
Provides administrative and general support to Human Resources in a professional and confidential manner.
Provides support in maintaining HR webpages on the Port’s internal website.
Assists in recording and maintaining employee information such as personal data, compensation, performance evaluations, and termination data.
Enters requisitions for the HR department using the HRIS system.
Submits monthly invoices and receipts to the accounting department.
Supports sending new hire welcome and exit announcements.
Supports keeping track and processing paperwork for temporary employees.
Assists with administrative tasks for employee events.
Orders sympathy gifts, welcome packages, retirement gifts, service awards, among other items, as necessary on behalf of PCCA.
Conducts research for special projects, types and proofreads reports, letters and other materials.
Keeps the department informed regarding special assignments.
Assists with special projects related to human resources administration and keeping track of spreadsheets or other related documentation.
Designs employee announcements as needed.
Serves as the point of contact for employee perks information.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment.