Part Time Human Resources Assistant

<strong>Salary:</strong> $17.85 Hourly<br><strong>Location :</strong> 285 Uptown Blvd. Cedar Hill TX, TX<br><strong>Job Type:</strong> Part-Time<br><strong>Job Number:</strong> 110005-07-2025<br><strong>Department:</strong> Human Resources<br><strong>Opening Date:</strong> 07/28/2025<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> 8/6/2025 11:59 PM Central<br> <br><strong>Why This Role is Valuable</strong><br>The City of Cedar Hill is a vibrant and inclusive community defined by its commitment to High Standards, Teamwork, Premier Customer Service, Family Orientation, and Fun. These values are at the heart of everything we do-and our Human Resources Department is no exception.<br><br>We are currently seeking a dedicated and service-oriented individual to join our HR team as a Part Time Human Resources Assistant. As a member of Human Resources, you will play a vital role in supporting our employees and enhancing organizational culture. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about people, thrives in a collaborative environment, and is committed to excellence in public service.<br><br>This position provides support to the Human Resources team on a variety of projects related to employee recruitment, engagement and retention, benefits, compensation, wellness, and worker\'s compensation. This is accomplished by providing premier customer service to employees and the public and facilitating the operation of the Human Resources department by providing administrative and clerical support. Other duties may include scanning, filing, creating reports, and assisting with special projects and events.<br><br>This is a part time position, with a flexible schedule, working approximately 20 hours per week.<br> <strong>How You Add Value</strong><br> <br><ul><li>Provides premier customer service to citizens, internal and external customers by responding to requests in a positive, timely, effective and professional manner. Acts as liaison to the public by answering and directing telephone calls, answering questions, providing information and directing customers to the appropriate location.</li><li>Accurately maintains a variety of files by electronically scanning documents and filing hard copies of documents. </li><li>Responds to applicant inquiries as to the status of the hiring process and assist hiring supervisors with the online application system, as needed.</li><li>Assists in the in-processing of employees by administering oral drug tests and background paperwork, reviewing new hire paperwork, creating employee files, and making employee ID badges. </li><li>Maintains confidentiality of sensitive and/or information protected by law.</li><li>Assists with internal and external HR audits, as necessary. Maintains a variety of completion tracking logs for compliance. </li><li>Provides administrative support to the HR Team by composing emails, creating flyers and presentations, making copies, ordering supplies and maintaining inventory.</li><li>Assists in the preparation and execution of employee events including but not limited to decorating, preparing/coordinating food, and preparing presentations.</li><li>Processes and distributes departmental mail. Maintains overall appearance and cleanliness of HR department.</li><li>Regular attendance required.</li></ul><br> <strong>What You Bring to the Role</strong><br> <br><ul><li>Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Basic college level coursework is highly desirable. </li><li>Experience with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook is required. Experience in Publisher and PowerPoint is preferred. </li><li>Six months to one year prior administrative and/or customer service experience required. Direct Human Resources experience preferred. </li></ul><br> <strong>How to Join Our Family</strong><br> <br>Complete online application at Cedar Hill City Website at www.cedarhilltx.com. The City of Cedar Hill can no longer accept actual/faxed applications. ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED. There are computers at the Cedar Hill Library for applicants that do not have access to a computer at home. If you are having trouble with the NEOGOV Applicant tracking site, please call the NEOGOV technical support number at 1-855-524-5627.<br><br>In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Cedar Hill will make every reasonable effort to accommodate your needs. For any special requests, please call Human Resources at 972-291-5100, ext 1050.<br><br>The City of Cedar Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of genetic information in compliance with GINA, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, age, or disability in hiring, conditions, or termination of employment. Final applicants for employment with the City of Cedar Hill are subject to drug testing and background screening.<br><br>CITY OF CEDAR HILL<br>285 Uptown Blvd Bldg #100<br>Cedar Hill, TX 75104<br>972-291-5100<br>Part-time, temporary, and seasonal positions are not offered benefits.<br>01 <br> <br> Please describe your opinion on customer service as it relates to this Human Resources Assistant role. <br>02 <br> <br> Please describe the importance of confidentiality and the steps you take to maintain it, as it relates to Human Resources. <br>Required Question

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