Job Description

The Human Resources Assistant will support the organizational needs of the Human Resources team within the Managing Director's Office (MDO) Administrative Services Unit (ASU). This is an administrative support position focused on a variety of Human Resources tasks that enhance and improve MDO’s operations. Assignments are received from, carried out for, and reported to the Human Resources Associate.

Essential Functions

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assists with on-boarding including background investigations, conditional offers, new hire paperwork, new hire orientation, Municipal IDs,
• Assists with off-boarding employees including separation paperwork, prepare Service History Records for employees resigning or retiring
• Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.
• Assists with open enrollment
• Enter Oracle transactions related to hiring, terminations, leave of absences, promotions
• Create and maintain personnel files
• Maintain various spreadsheets and databases such as Human Resources Tracker, etc.
• Handle routine HR functions; respond to emails from employees with questions or concerns and supporting follow up emails
• Assists Human Resources Director on a variety of special projects and audits
• Performs other duties as required

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have knowledge in Oracle database management system
• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Flexibility to both work independently and as part of a team
• Strong working knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to collaborate across diverse teams and city departments
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Proven ability to organize and coordinate a multi-task and fast paced environment
• Typing and data entry skills required
• The ability to understand and answer questions of the complete employee handbook and Administration Board Rules.

Work-Life

Working hours are generally 37.5 hours per week. Our team is currently hybrid with both virtual and in-office days.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Human Resources or equivalent field of study, or an in-progress Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or equivalent field of study required.
• Two – four years experience working in Human Resources required.
• One – three years administrative experience working in an office setting required.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary Range: $50,000 - $55,000

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• Transportation : City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 6 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
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_ *The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire_

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

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