Town of Apex, NC Hiring for Human Resources Technician Job at Apex, NC Full Time

• salary & benefit surveys) on behalf of department; responds to requests for job and salary information, as needed, for other municipalities or counties.
• Completes Verifications of Employment Verifies employment and responds to public records requests in accordance with the Personnel Privacy Act.
• Plans, schedules, and coordinates employee benefits & wellness events.
• Assists with recruitment and selection processes when needed;
• Compiles data for special projects and various reports.
• Orders and maintains office supplies for department; creates purchase orders and processes invoices for payment.
• Receives and screens mail, documents and other materials and routes to appropriate staff.
• Provides administrative support to the Director and HR staff by copying and faxing materials, creating certificates, and generating correspondence, as required.
• Performs related duties, as required.

What you’ll need (minimum must-haves):

Graduation from a community college or university with a two-year associate degree in human resources, business administration, or related field and at least one year of Human Resources experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certification as a Notary Public in NC or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.

with a(n)…

• Knowledge of office technology including specialized HR software, ability to use internet standard office software, hardware and peripherals.
• Intermediate skill level in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Knowledge of compensation, benefits, and leave laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of the Town’s personnel policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Town benefits.
• Some knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource management.
• General knowledge of office procedures and ability to use correct grammar, vocabulary, and spelling.
• Working knowledge of arithmetic and its uses in general office work.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite programs, with a high proficiency in specialized program software.
• Skill in collaborative conflict resolution, teamwork and internal and external customer service excellence.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and by telephone.
• Ability to gather and give basic information and instructions on departmental programs based on inquiries.
• Ability enter data with accuracy at the speed required by the organization and proof own work.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Ability to set and follow effective work priorities, organize work for efficient processing and meet established deadlines.
• Ability to compile materials from program sources, record information and balance figures.
• Ability to operate any office machines required by the position such as word processor, copiers, FAX machine, calculator, and other office equipment.
• Ability to arrange and place records, reports and files into proper sequence.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to physically perform the basic life operational functions of reaching, stooping, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to perform sedentary work exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently and constantly to move objects.
• Ability to possess the visual acuity to work with data and figures, to operate a computer and other machines, and to read extensively.

What would set you apart (preferred qualifications):

In addition to the must-haves listed above, it would be great if you happen to have:

• 3 or more years experience working in a Human Resources Department.
• Experience working in local government.
• Advanced skill level in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP, INDEX MATCH, and pivot tables & reporting.

Who we are:

Known as “The Peak of Good Living, the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of 70,000 and was ranked in 2015 as Money Magazine’s Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 600 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department – with the support and confidence of Town leadership – is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefits package, and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the 96% job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

What we offer:

Not only is the Town “The Peak of Good Living”, but it’s also a great place to work! We strive to “reach the peak” of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Paid medical, dental, vision, & life insurance for employees
• Contributions to the NC Local Government Pension and NC401k Retirement Plans
• Traditional sick & vacation leave
• Paid parental, caregiver, community involvement, and bereavement leave
• 13 paid holidays plus an additional floating holiday
• Longevity pay
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive wellness program, and more!

Keep in mind:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, background check, and motor vehicle check.