Human Resources Administrator

\*\*This position is not remote\*\* \*\*This position is located at the Giddings State School at 2261 James Turman Road, Giddings, Texas \*Please read required qualifications\* Must be able to relocate or commute to Giddings, Texas.
*GENERAL DESCRIPTION* Performs advanced and/or supervisory (senior-level) human resources (HR) management work in support of a secure juvenile correctional facility.
Work involves directing, administering, overseeing, and monitoring the development and operation of one or more HR management programs and ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
Programs include recruitment and selection, new employee orientation, onboarding, benefits, timekeeping, employee relations, workers’ compensation, classification, and compensation.
Assigns, supervises, and trains others.
Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude in the use of initiative and independent judgment.
May be required to work in excess of 40 hours per workweek and travel occasionally.
*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS* Coordinates, administers, and monitors HR programs such as recruitment and selection, new employee orientation, onboarding, benefits, timekeeping, employee relations, and workers’ compensation.
(15%) Advises management on the administration of operating plans and policies for HR activities; and provides consultation to management and recommends solutions to problems.
Provides human resources-related assistance to staff during the legislative session.
(15%) Plans, assigns and supervises the work of HR staff; interprets and provides advice and assistance on state and federal human resources-related laws and regulations; and provides HR related assistance and training to others.
Coordinates and consults with immediate team to ensures coverage of all HR functions, as needed.
(15%) Plans and coordinates HR programs and activities; monitors and determines the effectiveness of HR and administrative management programs.
Monitors outcomes for racial, ethnic, and gender disparities and takes action to address identified disparities.
(10%) Coordinates employee relations for the facility to include discipline, grievances, and unemployment claims.
(10%) Oversees the maintenance of automated HR systems and records to include records retention and public information requests; and the analysis of HR reports and reporting procedures.
(10%) Oversees the preparation of various HR forms, correspondence, and reports; maintenance of HR files, records, and reports; and develops methods and procedures for gathering, compiling, and analyzing statistical data.
(10%) Reviews and recommends changes to HR policies and procedures; and implements HR policies, procedures, and forms.
(5%) Coordinates the hiring, selection, and onboarding of the facility’s senior level positions.
(5%) Serves as a subject matter expert on a major area of HR management.
(5%) Performs a variety of related duties not listed to be determined and assigned as needed.
Performs all duties in compliance with agency safety policies and procedures.
* Reports safety hazards and corrects hazards when possible.
* Completes required documentation in the event of an accident/injury within requested time frames.
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency attendance and leave policies.
Qualifications - External *MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS* Bachelor’s degree.
Three years of full-time wage-earning experience in an HR environment.
One year in a supervisory/team lead capacity, which does not need to be in HR.
Preferred: * Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a closely related field.
* Experience using the Centralized Accounting/Payroll and Personnel System (CAPPS) HR, Uniform Statewide Payroll/Personnel System (USPS), PeopleSoft HR, or Taleo.
* Experience using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word).
* Experience in using a relational data base system.
Experience and Education Substitutions: * One year of appropriate experience may substitute for one year of college (30 course hours) on a year for year basis.
* Completed course hours of undergraduate study may substitute for up to four years of experience on a basis of 30 course hours for one year of experience.
* Completed course hours of graduate study may substitute for up to two years of experience on a basis of 12 graduate course hours for one year of experience.
* PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification may substitute for one year of experience.
* Pro-rated part-time experience may satisfy the experience requirement.
Note: Any degree, diploma, high school equivalent, or course hours required to meet minimum qualifications must be obtained from an accredited educational institution, college or university.
*KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES* Knowledge of: * Principles and practices of HR management.
* Human resources programs such as employment, compensation, classification, employee relations, benefits, and workers’ compensation.
* Federal, state, and local laws and regulations governing personnel activities.
* CAPPS HR/Payroll.
Skill in: * Oral and written communication.
* Conducting interviews.
* Use of a computer and human resources-related software applications.
* Using various modules within CAPPS HR/Payroll or PeopleSoft HR.
* Handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
* Problem solving.
Ability to: * Explain policies and procedures to staff and the public.
* Maintain confidential and sensitive information.
* Develop and analyze HR processes.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with applicants, employees, and the general public.
* Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
* Train others.
* Plan, assign and supervise the work of others.
* Work in excess of 40 hours per work week and travel occasionally.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: From $4,800.
00 per month Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Relocation assistance * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday Work Location: In person