A Human Resources Specialist works for a human resources department to implement the provisions of a labor contract, including employee wages and benefits and other practices that are collectively bargained; may also handle an internal grievance process established under a labor contract.
Administrative Assistant/Clerical/Confidential Human Resource Representative Date Posted:
6/26/2026
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Job Overview:
ISD 728 is seeking a Confidential Human Resource Representative and Benefits Administration to provide support to the Human Resources department in a manner which will ensure the department will function effectively and properly. The Confidential Human Resource Representative and Benefits Administration performs a variety of confidential and complex administrative duties in support of all aspects of Human Resources using the designated processes, systems, and tools relevant to the employment life cycle and the administration of various employee benefit and retirement programs. The Confidential Human Resource Representative and Benefits Administration provides input and support for contract negotiations, and functions as the receptionist as needed. See complete job description attached.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
1. Positive Personnel Interactions Provides support and service for internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and positive open relationships. 2. Information and Records Management and Transaction Processing Creates, maintains, reconciles, audits, and corrects employment and/or benefits records. Utilizes appropriate systems, tools, and processes for ensuring accurate records and transactions in assigned areas of responsibility. Assists with reporting of information and records. 3. Communication and Correspondence Ensures accurate, complete, and timely communication of employment and benefits information . 4. Employee Relations, Labor Relations and Negotiations Provides clerical and administrative support for employee relations, labor relations and negotiations. 5. General clerical and administrative support as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Three (3) years' experience in an office setting AND High School Diploma or GED OR Two (2) years' experience in an office setting AND Associate's Degree OR One (1) year experience in an office setting
AND Bachelor's Degree Preferred:
Experience in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets. Experience in Human Resources and/or Benefits. Degree in Human Resources or related discipline.
Skills and Abilities:
Must have excellent written and oral communications skills; ability to effectively communicate with co-workers and customers to aid in satisfying customer requirements; ability to accurately proofread materials Must be detail-oriented and have excellent computer skills (i.e., MS Office Suite) and the ability to learn new computer program applications quickly. Must have excellent organizational skills and the ability to plan and prioritize work activities effectively. Must have excellent customer service skills; ability to deal tactfully and effectively in person, over the telephone, or via computer. Must have basic mathematical and general office skills, including the ability to safely and efficiently operate office equipment; ability to perform accurate mathematical calculations. Deductive Reasoning The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Problem Sensitivity The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong; the ability to recognize and respond to problems. Comprehension The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Information Ordering The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules. Reasoning Ability The ability to interpret written and oral instructions and understand abstract and concrete ideas and variables. Multitasking Ability The ability to switch easily between tasks or focus attention on numerous activities or things at the same time. Ability to maintain and preserve strict confidentiality. Ability to set and meet deadlines; ability to work under pressure Ability to work independently with minimal supervision; frequent exercise of independent judgment and discretion Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other people.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed in an office environment with moderate noise levels and multiple interruptions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work involves continuous contacts and interactions with the public, staff, outside agencies, district administrators and others which can sometimes involve some disagreeable human interactions/conflicts.
