HR Intern (Part-time, Temporary)

HR Intern

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Temporary, Part-Time

SALARY:  Based on Bulloch County Schools salary/supplement schedule

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:  Chief Human Resource Officer

JOB CODE:  473

POSITION SUMMARY:

The HR Intern position is in place to offer junior and senior level college students an opportunity to learn about a field of study they are interested in pursuing as a career.  

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current college student at the junior or senior level, in need of satisfying program requirements of an internship, course credit or to gain experience.

• Must be in a program of study related to HR (i.e. human resources, business administration, psychology, sociology or other related program of study).

• Basic computer skills.

• Experience working with a diverse group of people.

• Embodies the core values of the district; relational, purposeful, reflective, resourceful, courageous and accountable.

• Must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential functions of the position.  When appropriate, reasonable accommodations will be provided to afford persons with disabilities an opportunity to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Must be able to provide a criminal background check with results that adhere to Bulloch County Board of Education Policy GAK(1).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists with employee new hire orientation and other events that may occur during the tenure of the internship experience.
• Assists with internal audits.
• Assists with reports.
• Attends meetings (when appropriate) with HR staff to learn dynamics of an organization.
• Meets with each member of the HR department to learn about the different functions of human resources.
• Performs other duties as requested. 

PERFORMANCE FACTORS: 

• Light Work:  Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.  If the use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for sedentary work and the worker sits most of the time, the job is rated light work.
• Interaction with Others:  Ability to maintain, on a regular and consistent basis, relationships that are characterized by high expectations, teamwork, and collaboration.  Ability to be flexible relative to daily routines.  Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the differences among diverse populations.
• Concentration:  Ability to maintain workflow and thought processes in the presence of frequent distractions.  Ability to ignore irrelevant sights or sounds and intrusive thoughts or stimuli.  Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously with only few or no errors.
• Stressful Circumstances:  Ability to produce quality work when short or unexpected deadlines are presented.  Ability to adjust work processes without incident when new and unexpected directions are given relative to a project that may be in process.  Ability to maintain composure and not compound a situation when interacting with persons who may be angry, demanding or otherwise less than polite.
• Independent Judgment:  Ability to complete work tasks without being given precise directions relative to work steps or the final project.
• Organizational Skills:  Ability to establish priorities, simultaneously manage multiple tasks; and deliver a quality work product by a designated deadline.
• Public Contact:  Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with superiors, colleagues, parents, and other individuals within and external to the school system.  Ability to demonstrate professionalism while interacting with others and to maintain constructive working relationships.
• Attendance and Dependability:  Ability to report to work at the scheduled time and to seldom be absent from work.  Demonstrate prompt and regular work attendance.  Process appropriate paperwork to authorize absences in accordance with school system procedures.  Ability to complete work in a timely, accurate manner and to be conscientious about work performance.

EVALUATION: Performance will be evaluated annually by the Superintendent or designated supervisor in accordance with Policy GBI - Evaluation of Personnel.

Job descriptions are designed and intended only to summarize the essential duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements for the purpose of clarifying the general nature and scope of a position's role.  Job descriptions do not list all tasks an employee might be expected to perform.