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Wharton County Junior College

Human Resources Specialist

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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.

$55,731 / year median in Texas

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Human Resources Specialist Salary $39,420.00
  • $41,431.
00 Annually Location Wharton Campus, 911 Boling Highway, Wharton, TX Job Type Support Staff Full Time Job Number 2608 S 061 Department President's Area Division Human Resources Opening Date 08/28/2026 Closing Date 9/15/2026 10:00 AM Central Description Benefits Questions General Description The Human Resources (HR) Specialist is responsible for overseeing online employee recruitment software processes, conducting new hire onboarding, processing new employees, and assisting with the training of HR staff. This position routinely handles situations that require prudent judgment and adherence to a strict level of confidentiality. The full job description can be viewed on the Wharton County Junior College Website at www.wcjc.edu. Requirements This position requires 60 college credit hours or equivalent four years of full-time work experience or combination of hours and experience. This position requires three years of full-time related work experience. This position requires the incumbent to be proficient with computer software applications such as Word, Excel, and Database programs. A criminal background check is required. To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents: 1) Copy of college transcript(s)
  • if applicable 2) Cover Letter 3) Resume All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered.
Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached. Summary of Wharton County Junior College (WCJC)
Full Time Benefits:
At No Cost to the Employee Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period) Life Insurance of $5,000 (after 90 day waiting period) Long Term Disability Coverage Optional Coverage at Employee's Cost Dependent Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period) Dental Insurance Optional Life Insurance Dependent Life Insurance Voluntary Accidental Death Insurance Long & Short Term Disability Insurance Optional Premium Conversions Dependant (Day) Care Reimbursement Health Care Reimbursement Retirement Options Teachers' Retirement System Fund (TRS) (after 90 day waiting period) 403b Optional Retirement Programs (ORP) (after 90 day waiting period) Tax
  • deferred Annuities Participation in Social Security is mandatory. Additional Benefits Free WCJC Tuition Free WCJC tuition for employees and dependents (does not include Continuing Education classes) Personal Days Two personal days per year Holidays 25 paid holidays per year for twelve month full time employees Sick Days 1.5 sick days per month
  • maximum number accrued is 60 days Nine month employees may accrue 13.50 days per year Twelve month employees may accrue 18.50 days per year Vacation Days Twelve month employees who work 40 hours per week for 12 months
  • 12 vacation days per year COBRA Benefits COBRA benefits available upon separation from WCJC Please note: All benefits will be discussed in depth with each new WCJC employee during New Employee Orientation.
Questions regarding benefits should be directed to the WCJC Payroll and Benefits Office at 1-800-561-9252 extension 6376. 01 Do you have 60 college credit hours or equivalent four years of full-time work experience or combination of hours and experience? Yes No 02 If using college credit hours to qualify you for this position, did you attach a copy of your transcript? If your degree or college credit hours were received from a college in a foreign country, a Credential Evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) must be attached to your online application. Members of NACES can be found on their website at http://naces.org. Yes No 03 Do you have three years of full-time related work experience? Yes No 04 Are you proficient with computer software applications such as Word, Excel, and Database programs? Yes No 05 Work experience is required for me to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. I understand that if I do not include my work experience in my WCJC online application, I will not be deemed qualified for this position. Yes No 06 WCJC has multiple campus locations. I understand the responsibilities of this job may require travel from one location to another and/or that my working location and hours are subject to change at any time during my employment with WCJC to meet department/division needs to ensure student success at the College. Yes No 07 To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents: 1) Copy of college transcript(s)
  • if applicable, 2) Cover Letter, 3) Resume.
Did you attach these items? Please note that your application will not be accepted without attaching these items. Yes No Required Question Employer Wharton County Junior College Address 911 Boling Highway, A-206 Wharton, Texas, 77488 Phone 979-532-6947 979-532-6561 Website http://www.wcjc.edu

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Personal Leave
  • Professional Development
  • Other Retirement and Savings