Human Resources Coordinator in Garden City, Kansas at City of Garden City (KS)

The City of Garden City is looking for a Human Resources Coordinator to support recruitment, onboarding, benefits administration, HRIS transactions, and other Human Resources programs. This position serves as a resource to employees and applicants and assists the Human Resources Department with a variety of HR functions and services.

• Answers telephone and receives general public; provides information regarding job openings, explanation of employee benefits, and the Grow Well Clinic. Directs callers and walk-in traffic to the appropriate city department or source of assistance.

• Completes visa statements and purchase orders for HR staff.

• Maintains employee files, office records, inventory of office supplies, and equipment. Responsible for purchase orders, requisitions, and travel arrangements.

• Handles confidential records, correspondence, and/or reports.

• Conducts new hire orientation that includes an extensive explanation of health insurance and other employee benefits.

• Coordinates advertising, post offer paperwork, and background checks.

• Act as the liaison for the Wellness Committee and coordinate wellness activities.

• Maintain HRIS records in Tyler Technologies, specifically track authorized position changes, and process all personnel actions.

• Perform data entry and personnel file maintenance.

• Assists employees and supervisors with basic interpretation of HR policies and procedures.

• Responds to reference checks and verifications of employment status.

• Assists City Management and Cultural Relations Board with the planning and execution of the diversity projects and other community cultural events.

• Assists in ensuring all Human Resources information is communicated to City employees.

• Coordinates and makes all preparations for all HR related meetings and trainings.

• Attend and/or volunteer with the local SHRM chapter meetings to attain further HR knowledge and participate in continuing education for the HR field.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Knowledge of employment laws and human resource best practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgement.
• Ability to interpret and explain policies, procedures, and benefit programs.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, applicants, and the public.
• Skills in filing, word processing, data entry; i.e., specifically Microsoft Word, Publisher, Outlook and Excel. Experience with HRIS systems.

• Skill in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Skill in working within deadlines to complete projects and assignments.
• Skill in assessing, analyzing, identifying and recommending solutions to problems

Education, Certification and Experience:
A degree in Human Resources or a related field is preferred. Basic knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and computer technology. Bilingual skills preferred. Ability to obtain a valid Kansas driver’s license within 60 days. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience working in a deadline-oriented office environment. Other desirable skills include advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Reader, multi-lingual, and proven communication and organizational skills.