JOB SUMMARY:  Assists in the implementation of human resources administration, including records maintenance, clerical support, legal compliance issues, training, and employee service programs.  Processes paperwork and enters data for new employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Processes paperwork and performs a variety of clerical tasks to support Human Resources administration, including recruitment activities (advertising, scheduling interviews, etc.), staffing, preparation of workers’ compensation claims, completion of new employee paperwork, support of accounting functions, and routine correspondence. (25%)

2. Maintains Human Resources records and files for all GSF employees (e.g., employee status change, address change, job bids, pay rate changes, etc.) to ensure compliance with GSF, federal, and state regulations and policies. (25%)

3. Assists in the preparation of special reports and projects, such as employee activity programs, office supplies, etc. (20%)

4. Coordinates and provides assistance and information to employees regarding new employee orientations, benefits information, workers’ compensation, accident reports, safety and compliance training, and human resources policies and procedures. (20%)

5. Administers sick leave policy, including short- and long-term disability, and medical/family medical leaves. (10%)

6. Performs other related and assigned duties as necessary.

LEADERSHIP/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

 Not applicable.

 PERFORMANCE CATEGORIES

• Productivity/quality standards:  accuracy, timeliness, and thoroughness
• Teamwork within and across departments
• Communication
• Professional attitude and demeanor
• Attendance and punctuality
• Organization and attention to detail
• Project/assignment standards
• Labor standards and laws
• Safety standards and procedures:  employees

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Education and experience equivalent to:

Education/Certification:

Associates Degree in personnel, human resources, business or equivalent

Experience:

0 to 2 years of relevant work experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of (B/basic; J/journey; E/expert):

• Filing and record-keeping procedures and systems (B)
• General Human Resources policies and procedures (B)

• Labor laws and regulations (B)
• Government policies and regulations related to Human Resources programs (B)
• Employee relations concepts and generally accepted practices (B)
• Benefits policies and procedures, including insurance, health care, employee retirement, etc. (B)
• Relevant safety policies, practices and procedures (B)
• Basic office equipment and machinery (PCs, copiers, fax machines, adding machines, modems, etc.) (B)
• PC word processing/spreadsheet software (B)

Skill and ability to:

• Communicate and coordinate effectively with employees verbally and in writing
• Interact effectively with employees at all organizational levels
• Work independently
• Maintain confidentiality
• Identify problems or irregularities for early resolution
• Work effectively in a general business environment, with a focus on high levels of quality and customer service
• Act in accordance with GSF’s Values and Creed