Human Resources Generalist

JOB STATUS: OPEN
POSTING DATE: 01/26/2021
CLOSING DATE: 02/08/2021 04:00 PM
POSTING NUMBER: 032743
LOCATION: Admin Human Resources - 726
POSITION TITLE: Human Resources Generalist


JOB DESCRIPTION:

Assist Human Resources Coordinators with the effective operation of District human resources functions, including benefits, leaves of absence, and staffing.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Benefits:

• Provide guidance to employees and applicants by phone, email, and in person regarding all benefits matters.
• Address and respond to complaints, give information about insurance companies, policies, and third-party administrators, and assist new employees with enrollment.
• Serve as District liaison working with employees, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to problem-solve.
• Assist with District annual enrollment and ongoing new hire enrollment.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of Affordable Care Act (ACA) requirements.
• Conduct benefits presentations for new employees.
• Complete mid-year status change requests.
• Monitor eligibility records with insurance companies.
• Work cooperatively with Payroll Department to ensure accuracy of premium deductions.
• Assist with planning, organizing and hosting the annual employee health fair.
• Provide basic information and distribute forms to employees for the Teacher Retirement System.
• Correspond with employees and third-party administrator regarding retirement savings plans (403(b) and 457) and FICA alternative plan.

Leave Administration:

• Develop, revise, recommend, and interpret policies and procedures for leave administration and Workers’ Compensation to ensure all applicable laws and governmental guidelines are followed and staff members are treated in an equitable manner.
• Communicate with campus and departmental administrative staff to process daily absence reports.
• Process long-term absences, determining eligibility for various leave programs including extended sick leave, FMLA, and temporary disability leave according to established guidelines, and providing employees with required timely notice.
• Counsel with employees and supervisors concerning leave benefits and provide employees with accurate information about deductions from pay relating to absences, medical certification requirements, return-to-work dates, etc.
• Work cooperatively with Payroll Department and Workers’ Compensation risk management to process and coordinate all employee leaves and absences, including those relating to workers’ compensation claims.
• Maintain physical and computerized employee leave records, including confidential medical certifications.
• Input, access, and compile data and assist with preparing reports on employee leave status and utilization of employee leave programs.

Staffing:

• Assist with the development of effective recruiting plans and strategies.
• Coordinate and participate in recruiting teachers at job fairs, universities, internet, etc.; coordinate all recruiting efforts.
• Provide assistance to employees and campus principals regarding certification and/or classroom assignments.
• Analyze and verify official transcripts, degrees, teaching certificates, and service records.
• Assist employees in Alternative Certification Programs.
• Check recommendations and transfers for certification and appropriateness.
• Monitor certification and licensing information of certified or licensed professionals.
• Process TEA certification permit applications and monitor permit status.
• Remain up-to-date on TEA certification rules, certification requirements, processes, and testing dates.
• Process employee applications and assist with the hiring process.
• Assist with new hire orientation.
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain current knowledge of human resources rules, regulations, and practices.

General Duties:

• Regular attendance.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Comply with HIPPA regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

• Three years successful experience in Human Resources

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to interpret and consistently implement policy and procedures
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one settings and to small and large groups of employees
• Excellent human relations skills
• Organization and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Excellent computer skills

CONTACT INFORMATION:

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Paraprofessionals

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Occasional district travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Work with frequent interruptions.

APPLY TO:

To apply for this position, click "login" above. Additionally, once you've logged into your WinOcular application, upload your current resume and letter of interest and ensure your application is updated. Current employees must apply using the internal system. For questions, contact Olivia Galeano at ogaleano@conroeisd.net

SALARY:

PAY GRADE: AB-3 - Minimum pro-rated salary - $72,099