Job Details:MCPS is an innovative educational community. We value diversity, and we are committed to equity and inclusion. MCPS empowers learners to realize success in an ever-changing global society through collaboration with communities, families, staff, and students. MCPS provides a safe, engaging learning environment and intentional exposure to positive social, emotional, and academic experiences.Our mission at Montgomery County Public Schools is to engage, encourage, and empower our students, staff, and community.Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Montgomery County offers a range of lifestyles, from bustling towns to rural communities. Virginia Tech and nearby Radford University provide many arts, cultural, STEM, and athletic opportunities, and the universities also attract a large international community. The region has been voted one of the best for raising a family, working in technology, and starting a business.Montgomery County offers a high quality of life with a low cost of living. One of the region's strengths is its easy access to outdoor adventure. You can kayak the New River, bike the Huckleberry Trail, swim in Claytor Lake, or hike the Appalachian Trail in just minutes from your doorstep. For more urban pursuits, Roanoke, Charlotte, and Washington D.C. are not far away.Job Description:Human Resources SpecialistCentral Office12 month positionIMMEDIATE OPENINGMontgomery County Public Schools, Virginia is accepting applications for a human resources specialist to work as a part of our collaborative team in the Human Resources Department. This is a twelve month position.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Under the direction of the Director of Human Resources, the Assistant Director of Human Resources, and the Supervisor of Personnel, the Human Resources Specialist will:
Provide administrative support for hiring staff
Manage personnel and payroll data
Develop and present new hire and substitute orientation programs
Coordinate academic and athletic supplemental contracts
Create and submit various reports
Plan, attend, and represent MCPS at on-campus and off-campus recruitment events, including job and recruiting fairs
Support departmental operations through other assigned duties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High School Diploma or GED
Effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and the Google Suite for collaboration
Functional knowledge of commonly used office equipment and workflow technologies
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality with a high degree of professionalism
Ability to multi-task, manage interruptions, and work under pressure
Commitment to working effectively with diverse employee groups as a member of the HR team
Ability to develop and present onboarding programs to small and large groups of newly hired employees
Willingness and availability to attend recruiting fairs and other outreach events
Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Notary Public in Virginia
Dependable and punctual
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Communications, or related field; or equivalent education and/or experience in administrative office skills
Experience working with federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Experience with Employment Management Systems
Experience conducting Virginia State Police background checks
Experience in planning recruitment events, job fairs, and onboarding sessions
Experience in a public school system
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as may be determined appropriate and acceptable to meet the requirements of the specific assignment
SALARY: $35,290.68 - $65,604.68 annually, with benefits; commensurate with experience and pro-rated to start dateFLSA Status: Non-exemptBENEFITS:Anthem Medical Plans - Multiple options available for comprehensive medical and prescription coverageAmeritas Vision Plan - Coverage includes eye exams, lenses, frames, and contact lensesDelta Dental Plan - FREE Delta Dental coverage for employees, spouses, and familiesCarilion EAP - FREE Confidential Employee Assistance Program providing support for mental health, legal, financial concerns, and crisis support available to employees and their familiesGenerous Employee Leave Benefits - MCPS offers leave benefits for PT and FT employees, including paid sick leave, personal leave, funeral leave, and annual leave. Employees can also join a sick leave bank for extended medical absences, and earn wellness leave.Virginia Retirement System (VRS) - Full-time employees are eligible for the VRS and enrolled in Group Life Insurance at no cost. MCPS contributes a certain percentage to your individual retirement account.Employee Sick Leave Bank - Employees earning sick leave may elect to join our Sick Leave Bank which allows employees to access days in the event of a catastrophic or long term illness when the employee has exhausted all other leave available.You may visit the link below for quick access to your employee benefits portal page. Look around to find your offered policy information, claim forms, search for a provider, and more.CLOSING DATE: Open until filledEEO Statement:The Montgomery County School Board is an equal opportunity employer, committed to nondiscrimination in recruitment, selection, hiring, pay, promotion, retention, or other personnel action affecting employees or candidates for employment. Therefore, discrimination in employment against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, political affiliation, status as a veteran, and genetic information (including family medical history) is prohibited. Personnel decisions shall be based on merit and the ability to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, when necessary. The Montgomery County School Board shall provide facilities, programs and activities that are accessible, usable and available to qualified disabled persons. Further, the Montgomery County School Board shall not discriminate against qualified disabled persons in the provision of health, welfare and other social servicesThe following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies:Director of Human Resources and Assistant Director of Human Resources750 Imperial Street, SE, Christiansburg, VA 24073(540) 382-5100
