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Human Resources/Risk Management/Grant Administrator Callahan County Baird, TX Job Details Full-time From $50,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Statutory legal research Performance management Regulatory legal research Driver's License Policy & process development Bachelor's degree Organizational skills Business Administration Full Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Director plans, coordinates, and administers the County's human resources programs and serves as a resource to elected officials, department heads, supervisors, and employees regarding personnel matters. Responsibilities include recruitment, employee relations, benefits, payroll and leave coordination, policy development, training, personnel records, employment law compliance, risk management, and grant administration. As a newly established position, the Director will assist in developing the County's human resources structure, procedures, and best practices. The position requires strong organization and communication skills, sound judgment, discretion, confidentiality, and the ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, conduct research, and learn and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures while recognizing the authority and responsibilities of independently elected officials.

Position Details Job Title:

Human Resources/Risk Management/Grant Administrator Department:

Human Resources Reports To:

County Judge FLSA Status:

Exempt, subject to legal review

Employment Status:

Full-time

ESSENTIAL

DUTIES and

RESPONSIBILITIES

Recruitment & Staffing:

Coordinate job postings, applications, interviews, background checks, drug testing, physicals, driving records, and new-hire documentation, including I-9, W-4, benefits, retirement, workers' compensation, and policy acknowledgements. Develop, review, and maintain job descriptions.

Benefits & Payroll:

Coordinate employee benefit programs, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and retirement. Assist with payroll-related processes, compensation records, timesheets, leave balances, and FLSA classification and overtime requirements.

Training and Employee Relations:

Coordinate new employee orientation and training. Provide resources and guidance to supervisors regarding personnel practices, documentation, employee relations, and potential liability. Assist with performance management, employee recognition, service awards, longevity programs, wellness activities, and employee appreciation initiatives.

Policies & Procedures:

Review and update personnel policies as needed to reflect changes in law or County practices; develop new policies when necessary; maintain policy acknowledgements; and assist in ensuring County practices are consistent with adopted policies.

Risk Management:

Coordinate workers' compensation and unemployment claims and maintain related documentation. Assist with property, automobile liability, general liability, public officials liability, and law enforcement liability claims, including coordination with insurance carriers and other appropriate parties.

Employment Law Compliance:

Research, interpret, and assist with compliance with applicable federal and state employment laws, including Title VII, ADEA, FMLA, USERRA, ADA/ADAAA, Workers' Compensation requirements, FLSA, GINA, Equal Pay Act, Pregnancy Discrimination Act, PWFA, Texas Whistleblower Act, HIPAA as applicable, and other applicable requirements. Maintain current knowledge through professional development, research, and appropriate consultation.

Human Resources Administration:

Maintain confidential personnel records and information; respond to employee and supervisor inquiries; coordinate with benefit providers, insurance representatives, regulatory agencies, and legal counsel as appropriate; and maintain awareness of changes in employment law, benefits, and HR best practices. Grant Writing

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Development & Administration:

Research and identify applicable grant opportunities; assist with grant applications; maintain grant calendars and documentation; and coordinate grant administration from application through award, expenditure, reporting, compliance, audit, and closeout.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business/public administration, organizational leadership or related field;
• Two years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, administration, management; compliance, governmental operations, or a related field demonstrating independent work and sound judgment;
• Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered;
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply laws, regulations, policies, and procedures;
• Strong organizational, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage multiple priorities and deadlines; and
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record when travel is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job
• Subject to occasional work beyond normal work week (8 am-5 pm Mon-Thurs, 8 am
• 2 pm Fri)
• May be subject to travel including overnight travel to attend conferences
• Must be able to bend, sit, stoop, reach overhead, and move objects up to 25lbs
• May be subject to some discomfort due to extended periods of data entry work in sitting position

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This job description summarizes the primary duties and qualifications of the position and is not intended to be exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may change based on organizational needs and lawful direction. As a newly established position, the successful candidate will be expected to develop familiarity with County operations, policies, procedures, and applicable laws through training, professional development, research, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The County provides equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable law and prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Interested applicants should submit a completed County employment application, résumé, cover letter, and any required supporting documentation to:

Callahan County Judge Address:

100 W. 4th Street, Baird

TX 79504

Email:

Phone:

325-854-5805 APPLICATIONS

WILL BE ACCEPPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.

Pay:

From $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Flexible schedule Health insurance Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person