Human Resource Specialist

Hillsborough County Tax Collector•Tampa, FL

1d•$46,660 - $74,655•Onsite

About The Position

Works under general supervision of HR management using occasional exercise of independent judgement assisting with the administration of one or more functional areas of HR in accordance with well-defined policies and procedures.

Requirements

Knowledge of the Tax Collector’s HR policies and procedures
Knowledge of applicable employment laws, rules, and regulations
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent reading comprehension skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to use a computer, keyboard, automated HR systems and software, and general office equipment
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees and vendors
Ability to analyze data and proactively identify issues or errors
Work requires regular and reliable attendance
Work is typically sedentary but may require standing or walking up to 10% of the time
Some tasks may involve reaching, bending, pulling, pushing, climbing, kneeling, or lifting (up to 10 lbs.)
Associate’s degree; and
3 years of general HR experience.
An equivalent level of education and experience may be substituted as permitted by law.

Nice To Haves

PHR/SHRM-CP preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare and/or verify accuracy of invoices, reports, and correspondence related to employee benefits and leave management programs
Compile and maintain reports related to HR statistics (including recruitment, promotions, etc.) in accordance with department procedures
Assist with recruitment, interviewing, and onboarding activities such as posting vacancies, reviewing applications and resumes, scheduling pre-employment testing and interviews, responding to applicant inquiries, facilitating/supporting the interview process, coordinating onboarding activities, and completing required new hire documentation
Verify and organize employee and candidate files to ensure compliance with HR policies and records laws
Assist with deployment and training of performance management and employee recognition programs
Answer routine questions regarding HR policies, procedures, and benefits
Assist management with routine employee discipline issues, documentation, and performance improvement plans
Assist with administering compensation plans, such as merit and retention pay
Perform general HR department duties such as ordering HR supplies to maintain inventory and sorting and distributing mail
Assist in updating handbooks, organizational charts, department procedures, and other documents
Performs other duties as assigned