Recruitment Support, HR Assistant I - Department of General services

HR Assistant I

Salary Range: $44,129.00 - $71,928.00 /Annually

Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.

An HR Assistant I performs office and routine human resources work in a City agency Human Resources program. The work of this class involves no supervisory duties or responsibilities.

Incumbents receive moderate supervision from a technical superior. Employees in this class work a conventional workweek. Work is performed in an office where working conditions are normal. The work requires minimal physical exertion.

Minimum Qualifications

On or before the date of filing the application, each candidate must:

Education: Have an Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university.

OR

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience in performing office support work in a human resources program, in one or more areas of HR, such as HR information systems management, recruitment and talent acquisition, classification and compensation, training and development, labor relations, employee benefits, and employee assistance, and/or wellness programs.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of standard office practices, procedures, systems and equipment.
• Knowledge of automated office systems and word processing software.
• Ability to assist in providing orientation training for new employees.
• Ability to understand, interpret and apply human resources policies and procedures.
• Ability to deal with a variety of situations and problems under specified time constraints.
• Ability to compile data and prepare reports and forms.
• Ability to prepare and maintain human resource records, forms and files.
• Ability to answer inquiries regarding human resources matters.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality for all human resource related activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to communicate effectively with employees, supervisors, and the general public.
• Ability to perform office work.

Additional Information

Background Check

Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.

Probation

All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory six-month's probation.

Eligibility

Qualified candidates will be considered for vacancies as they arise, for a period of at least six months. The decision of the Director of Human Resources with respect to acceptable minimum qualifications is final.

Education Accreditation

Applicants' education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Education credentials obtained out of the US must be evaluated for US equivalency. Evaluation agencies information may be obtained at

Selection Process

All candidates indicating the minimum qualifications on their applications will be placed on the eligible list without further examination. The training and experience of each candidate will be evaluated for appropriateness and quantity. It is essential, therefore, that you give complete and accurate information on your application. Vagueness or omission may prevent you from being considered for this position. Qualified candidates will not be listed in rank order.

Examination Process

Applicants must provide sufficient information on their application to show that they meet the qualifications for this recruitment. Successful applicants will be placed on the employment certified eligible list for at least six months. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience as presented on your application and as they relate to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete supplemental questions to further examine specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities of the position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.

Your Recruiter: Ayomide Arodoye

If you have any questions, please contact Ayomide Arodoye, Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Specialist II via email at Ayomide.Arodoye@baltimorecity.gov

Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodation during the hiring process should contact Human Resources directly. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.

Baltimore City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.