Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation Hiring for Human Resources Specialist IV Job at Honolulu, HI Full Time

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Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) is responsible for the design and construction of Honolulu’s rail transit system. The construction of the rail system is the largest infrastructure project in the State and will be the nation’s first fully-automated commuter rail system. The rail system route is 18.75 miles in length from Kapolei, passing Aloha Stadium, Joint Base Pearl Harbor – Hickam, the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and downtown Honolulu to its temporary terminus in Kakaako. It is an exciting time to be at HART as the first half of the rail system will be opening to the public in the near future! HART is a part of the City and County of Honolulu and its employees received the full range of City benefits.

HART is currently searching for an individual with experience in HR administration, who is comfortable taking initiative and working independently. While not a requirement, the ideal candidate will have experience working within a City or State government. The Human Resources Specialist IV will have a wide range of responsibilities, including prioritization of staffing needs, recruiting and interviewing, processing new employee paperwork and benefits, and providing support to Executive Management.

The environment is exciting, professional and fast-paced.

JOB DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Works with executive management to determine staffing needs and priorities.

· Conducts recruiting activities, including job postings, participation in jobs fairs, and other means. May participate in interviews with potential candidates.

· Updates position descriptions, as necessary, and assists managers in determining qualification requirements.

· Works with other departments at the City and County of Honolulu, including the Department of Human Resources, to initiate appropriate recruitment measures, determine position requirements and clarify any unique aspects of HART positions.

· Coordinates the processing of new hires, including advising them of their benefits and assisting with completing forms and other paperwork.

· Coordinates employee safety and security matters with HART Safety management and building security staff.

· Develops and/or updates various operational policies and procedures for the HART human resources programs, particularly in the areas of recruitment and staffing.

· Performs other related duties.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

· A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

· Two years of progressively responsible professional human resources management work experience pertinent to the specific functional area involved, such as in classification and pay, examination, recruitment or workers’ compensation, one year of which shall have been representative of work of the next lower level.

BENEFITS

This position is entitled to a comprehensive benefits package as provided by the City and County of Honolulu, including:

· Vacation – employees may earn 21 days per year, plus 13 holidays per year. Sick leave is also provided.

· Health plans include medical, prescription drug, vision and dental.

· Retirement plan and deferred compensation

· Employee Assistance Program

· Training and development

· Flexible benefits plan

· Pre-tax benefit on transportation expenses

OTHER

· In addition to a resume, this position requires an Employment Application to be submitted. A detailed position description and access to the application can be located on the HART website at HonoluluTransit.org.

· HART does not cover any relocation costs

· This position is not eligible for tele-working

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,304.00 – $83,376.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Honolulu, HI 96813: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: One location