Human Resources Coordinator

1. Collects, reviews, and summarizes information; prepares routine reports and documentation; and provides technical support in assigned Human Resources program areas, including recruitment support, background checks, employee records, risk management activities, benefits administration, employee training coordination, performance management support, and employee wellness programs. 
2. Responds to routine inquiries and provides factual information by communicating established policies, procedures, codes, and regulations to County staff, representatives of other agencies, and the public. 
3. Confers with departmental staff providing guidance on the proper completion of forms and processing of information; reviews submissions for completeness and accuracy; and reconciles or corrects errors in accordance with established procedures. 
4. Reviews benefits information with new hires and existing staff, including health, dental, vision, life insurance and related plans; and accurately enters and maintains data in applicable software systems.
5. Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team. 
6. Processes employee and volunteer background screenings, pre-employment requirements, and new hire orientation activities in accordance with County policies and regulatory requirements. 
7. Records new liability and workers’ compensation claims; contacts injured employees to obtain required information; and coordinates communication regarding injury reporting, treatment, and plan of care in accordance with established protocols.
8. Communicates with employees, supervisors, physicians, vendors, and other parties, as appropriate, to exchange information related to County facilities, employees, prospective employees, and volunteers.
9. Exercises judgment within established policies, procedures, and guidelines to resolve routine issues, identify discrepancies, and refer complex matters to appropriate Human Resources staff.
10. Coordinates administrative activities of departmental committees, including scheduling meetings, preparing materials, and maintaining records.
11. Assists in administration of employee physicals, drug and alcohol testing programs, and related compliance activities in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.
12. Provides assistance and information to staff regarding Human Resources programs, services, policies and procedures, while maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and professionalism.
13. Researches individual records and transactional data to resolve routine employee issues, and communicates status updates, and correct errors.
14. Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public. 
15. Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Position requires a High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of progressively responsible customer service or administrative experience in a human resources or closely related environment OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. 

• Nevada Notary Public within one (1) year of date of employment.

• This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force.
• Work regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, using hands and repetitive motions; occasionally requires standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms and pushing or pulling.
• Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly; hearing is required to receive detailed information through oral communication and/or to make fine distinctions in sound.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).
• Work has no exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

1. Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
2. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
3. Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.   All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment.  Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
4. This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the incumbent.  The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.