Human Resources Specialist

Position Summary

Human Resources Specialist

Salary Schedule Placement: Commensurate with education and experience according to Salary Schedule E.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to adhering to the general guidelines as specified by the Faculty/Staff Handbook, the Human Resources Coordinator, the Dean of Students, the President, and the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, responsibilities include the following:

• Assist with the recruitment of qualified prospective employees,
• Gather and collect data from various resources for reports; run reports as needed,
• Prepare and submit required forms and reports related to the employment of college personnel,
• Assist search committees in administering the search process,
• Maintain liaison with department heads on personnel related matters,
• Assist in the development, and maintenance of job descriptions for all college employees,
• Work with the HR Coordinator in completing Onboarding processes,
• Conduct background checks,
• Ability to clarify and interpret policies and procedures affecting college employees,
• Maintain all personnel files,
• Complete contracts for instructional and non-instructional employees,
• Ensure employment processes and forms are in compliance with state and federal requirements,
• Maintain sick leave bank records,
• Verify employment information to requesting agencies (with written approval from employee if needed),
• Assist with maintaining audit files,
• Assist with orientation of new employees,
• Write employee and professional service contracts,
• Update personnel section of Faculty/Staff Handbook,
• Participate in professional developments as appropriate,
• Prepare reports and correspondence as requested,
• Update Campus Directory,
• Assist with special projects as needed,
• Prepare annual Letters of Appointment verifying salary and benefits for all staff
• Work well with others and show respect to all college constituents,
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Human Resources Coordinator, Executive Assistant to the President and the President.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited institution,

Preferred Qualifications:

• Have knowledge of SCT Banner system,
• Three (3) years of work experience in an office setting in higher education.
• An understanding of and a commitment to the philosophy and mission of the Alabama Community College System.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

WCCS is an equal opportunity employer and enrolled in E-Verify. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, handicap, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. WCCS will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. WCCS reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Applications must be completed online using our online process. Human Resources’ contact information is as follows:

Human Resources Department

Wallace Community College Selma

3000 Earl Goodwin Parkway

P. O. Box 2530

Selma, AL 36702-2530

Phone: (334) 876-9319, 876-9338

Fax: (334) 876-9334

Website:www.wccs.edu

A complete application package consists of:

• WCCS application,
• A resume,
• A copy of transcript(s) verifying required degree. Please print name as listed on transcript, if different from last name listed on application.
• Work experience verification in writing from your current and/or previous employer(s) confirming the required level of experience as stated in the “Required Qualifications” section. Verification should be printed on company letterhead and must include dates of employment, position title(s), and duties performed. A work verification from either your current or previous employer must be provided. Remember that the work experience verification completion is your responsibility.

Please Note: If you are applying for more than one position, please submit a separate, complete application. In the event the position is reposted, a new application packet must be submitted.

Application Deadline

All application information must be received by 12:00 P.M. on the closing date. Final applicants must adhere to the College’s prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Incomplete applications and applications received after the deadline will not be considered. A complete application package is the responsibility of the applicant.

Note: In accordance with Alabama Community College System policies and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

WCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is enrolled in E-Verify.