Human Resources Assistant
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Under direction, performs work of considerable difficulty in the performance of clerical and administrative duties in all areas of human resources; performs recordkeeping, data entry and related office duties; and performs other related work as assigned.The City of Davenport offers a comprehensivebenefit package. The cost for a family plan for medical, dental, vision and prescription is only $98.61 per month for 2024 and starts on first day of employment.The City also offers:* Iowa Public Employee's Retirement Pension plan* 457 Deferred Compensation - The City will contribute 5% of the employee's income to his/her 457 account if the employee contributes at least 1% (applicable full time non-bargaining clerical employees)* 13 paid holidays* Life Insurance* Long Term Disability Insurance* Tuition Reimbursement* Employee Assistance ProgramProvides administrative support to all functional areas of human resources, including employment, benefits, compensation, training, recruitments, administration and recordkeeping.Provides internal customer service and assists employees with general employment and benefits-related questions in-person, by phone and via email.Maintains comprehensive personnel files for all city employees.Processes invoices for payment and reconciles purchasing card statements in a timely fashion.Prepares correspondence, reports, and other documents in a timely manner; maintains a variety of electronic records for the department.Coordinates benefits enrollments and terminations, as well as ongoing eligibility for dependents; participates in the preparation and coordination of the open enrollment period and meetings.May serve as the intake representative for city job openings including posting job announcements, advising applicants with respect to job duties and qualifications, and maintaining appropriate records as required.Assists with preparations for monthly Civil Service Commission meetings.Provides support for the new hire orientation process.Assists with front desk coverage during break times or absences of assigned employees.Responds to employment verification requests.Assists in the preparation for collective bargaining and maintains records related to bargaining units.May coordinate other projects as assigned.Performs any other work as required or assigned.Bachelor's degree in a related field and two (2) years of relevant experience or associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school plus four (4) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the required work in this position.Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain throughout the duration of employment.Must pass a background check as prescribed by the City of Davenport.Considerable Knowledge of:Methods and standards for organizing and maintaining a complex system of personnel and employment records.Good Knowledge of:Public policies for recruitment, testing and employment under merit principles.State and federal laws related to human resources.Effective human resources practices as they relate to a diverse and complex public organization.Considerable Skill in:Typing correspondence, reports and forms quickly and accurately.Keeping accurate and thorough records.Performing secretarial and receptionist duties without immediate supervision.Verbal communication to maintain good customer service and convey information factually and professionally.Working Skill in:Understanding and explaining policies and procedures.Maintaining accurate records and performing data entry with accuracy and speed.Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment with regular interruptions.Excellent customer service.Composing routine correspondence.Maintaining confidentiality of the work and situations encountered.Developing and maintaining strong working relationships with employees.Using Microsoft Office products, including, but not limited to Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and other computer applications related to accounts payable, payroll and recordkeeping.