Human Resources (INTERNSHIP)

St. George, City of • City Hall - St. George, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, the Human Resources Intern will be responsible for conducting projects that support the Human Resource Department. This role involves assisting the HR team with various functions including Recruitment, Benefit Administration, Compensation, Payroll, Training, and Wellness. The intern will also be responsible for answering department telephone calls, routing calls appropriately, and providing information. Additionally, they will provide new employees with necessary new hire paperwork, and undertake other projects as determined. The position requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, operate computer and office equipment, and involves intermittent walking. The working conditions are generally pleasant with little exposure to hazards, though there may be discomfort associated with computer use and stress from deadlines and complex projects.

Requirements

• Must be currently enrolled in a college or university.
• Knowledge of customer service dealing with the public in a professional environment.
• Knowledge of clerical and general office practices.
• Knowledge of correct English usage, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, and arithmetic.
• Knowledge of current applicable technology applications and platforms such as Microsoft Office Products, Google Products, web design, and social media.
• Ability to demonstrate tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing, and handling information of a confidential, controversial, and sensitive nature.
• Ability to establish work priorities and remain flexible while meeting established deadlines.
• Ability to remain calm and mentally alert.
• Ability to perform routine and specialized duties for long periods of time.
• Ability to coordinate information, arrangements, and correspondence with minimal guidance.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with all levels of City staff and the public.
• Ability to provide courteous information and service to the public and other City staff.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, draft documents and gather information with minimal instruction, independently research and resolve recurring problems.
• Ability to operate various computer software and spreadsheet programs; maintain data bases and hard copy filing systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist the HR team with Recruitment, Benefit Administration, Compensation, Payroll, Training and Wellness.
• Promptly answers Human Resources department telephone calls.
• Routes calls to the appropriate party and provides information as appropriate.
• Provides new employees with necessary new hire paperwork.
• Projects to be determined.
• Performs other related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree