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Position Summary Department: Human Resources Union Affiliation: None Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Total Hours Per Week: 40 Under general direction of Human Resources Management, performs administrative support that requires knowledge of basic human resources terminology, requirements, and procedures. The Human Resources Assistant processes a variety of documents, prepares recurring personnel reports, explains personnel procedures, maintains personnel record keeping systems, and provides clerical support for personnel activities. Qualifications Education Associate's degree in human resources management, labor relations, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted for educational requirement. A combination of education and three (3) years or progressively responsible human resources experience can be substituted for an associate's degree. Experience Two (2) years of progressively responsible human resources administrative experience. Certifications or Licenses At the time of the appointment, must possess a valid Oregon driver’s license, or be able to attain one within six (6) months of hire and maintain an acceptable driving record. Preferred Qualifications SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred. Other Qualifications Must pass a pre‑employment criminal history background investigation. Essential Duties Duties assigned to this classification include, but are not limited to, the following examples. Serves as the main point of contact for the Human Resources department. Works as primary telephonic and personal interface with public during initial contact. Explain personnel procedures to employees and the general public as necessary. Direct questions requiring substantive technical knowledge to other department staff members. Assists in preparing and tracking pre‑ and post‑employment processes, worker’s compensation accident reports, benefit administration, recruitment, and retirement benefits. This position supports the use of the County’s Human Resources Information Systems. Performs data entry, utilizing mathematical calculations, prepares spreadsheets and reports, updates and retrieves information from the employee database. Assists with the maintenance and creation of employee databases/records. Organizes and reviews data to verify facts. Assists with the scheduling and organizing for new employee onboarding, benefit plan meetings, pre‑employment medical testing, and employee off‑boarding. Assist with County-sponsored employee events. Draft and prepare documents, letters (using mail merge) and other material of important and/or confidential nature from verbal instructions, research, and notes. Review and edit reports and printouts for accuracy. Maintain confidential filing and record‑keeping systems. Gather information as required, make comparisons, and create reports. Receive, open, date stamp, and distribute mail, reports, requests, or files and disseminate to appropriate department staff. Order and maintain all office supplies. Performs additional duties as assigned. Supplemental Information Supervisory Responsibilities Supervision is not a function assigned to this role. Supervisory Controls Works under close supervision, performing routine tasks independently based on past experience. Deviations from established practices are referred to the supervisor for guidance. Mental/Physical Efforts Normal concentration and attention to detail with normal deadlines. The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, laptop bag, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. Work Environment Everyday Risks/Discomforts: require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, meeting and training rooms, libraries, and commercial vehicles, e.g., use of safe work practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls, observance of fire regulations and traffic signals. The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. EEO Statement The County is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any individual for any reason in consideration for employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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