Human Resources Assistant

Title: Human Resources Assistant

Location: GH CLARKE BUILDING

Job Description:

Full time

job requisition id

JR101716

Job Description:

Join a dynamic Human Resources team where your work plays a key role in supporting the county’s hiring and recruitment efforts. As part of the Human Resources team, you’ll help keep the recruitment process running smoothly—from posting job openings and coordinating interviews to preparing offer letters and welcoming new hires. You’ll work closely with applicants, hiring managers, and other HR staff to ensure a positive and professional experience throughout the hiring process.

 

Performs human resources administrative support work assisting in the operation of human resources programs. The work involves application of technical human resources policies, rules and procedures to such actions as reviewing applications, coordinating interviews, developing reports, coordinating communications, and providing support on employee and retiree benefit matters as needed. The position receives work assignments and supervision from a senior human resources staff member.  

 

Essential Job Functions

Manages seasonal hiring processes.

 

Develops and maintains statistical reports related to recruitment activities.

 

Schedules interviews and notifies applicants of outcome.

 

Reviews interview evaluations to ensure consistent scoring.

 

Coordinates job posting processes.

 

Monitors team specific email inbox and initiates work assignments accordingly.

 

Composes hire letters and distributes correspondence, records and reports.

 

Initiates recruitments, prepares and processes personnel actions.

 

Manages Applicant Tracking System data, compiles statistical information and prepares reports.

 

Ensures position announcements are printed, distributed and posted; monitors job cap.

 

Maintains applicant spreadsheets; verifies data.

 

Answers, screens and refers telephone calls; receives and screens visitors.

 

Floats in other departments as needed.

 

Processes benefits data, compiles statistical information and prepares reports as needed.

 

Assists the public, clientele, and others to utilize services by explaining, instructing and advising them regarding their needs and requests and services provided.

 

Assists with new hire orientations when needed.

 

Other Duties

Performs related work as required.

 

Knowledges, Abilities and Skills (These are pre-employment KASs that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)

Knowledge of--

• Modern office procedures and practices including operation of office appliances such as calculators and computers.

 

Ability to--

• Effectively enter, verify, and query information in human resource and applicant databases.

• Process accurately and quickly personnel actions.

• Respond to inquiries regarding human resources policies, rules and procedures.

• Perform general office clerical tasks.

• Deal effectively with the public.         

 

Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)

 

Training and/or Education:

High school diploma or GED, including or supplemented by courses in office practices.

 

Experience:

Three years of related office or administrative support experience.

 

Licenses or Certificates:

None

 

Special Requirements:

Background investigation required.

 

Physical Demands:

Regular operation of computer keyboard.

Unusual Demands:

Work is subject to deadlines and frequent interruptions.

FLSA Status:

Non-exempt

Compensation Steps:

Pay rate: $26.54 - $30.40 per hour; $48,303 - $55,328 annually

Grade 719, full-time position, 35 hours per week

Department of Human Resources

Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on August 12, 2025. To be considered for the role, ensure that your application is submitted before the deadline.

 

This position allows for telework, meaning the employee may be able to work from home or another offsite location for part of the workweek, but they are still required to come into the office regularly. This arrangement is at the supervisor's discretion and may change based on business needs.

 

Calvert County Government offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:

• 15 days of sick leave
• 10 days of annual leave
• 5 days of personal leave
• 13 paid holidays *14 in an election year
• Defined Contribution Plan
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Up to 80% tuition reimbursement
• Gym membership discounts

Please Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.

 

Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process.