Job Description
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, the Human Resources Intern will be responsible for conducting projects that support the Human Resource Department.
Essential Functions: (Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. The list of tasks is illustrative only, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class).
1. The primary responsibility will be to assist the Human Resources department in our ongoing efforts to take our current paper filing system and scan and file these documents electronically. (Part time employee files, terminated employee files, and job postings are just an example of some of the items.
Additional duties may include:
1 Assist the HR team with Recruitment, Benefit Administration, Compensation, Payroll, Training and Wellness.
2. Promptly answers Human Resources department telephone calls. Routes calls to the appropriate party and provides information as appropriate.
3. Provides new employees with necessary new hire paperwork.
4. Performs other related duties as required.
Typical Physical/Mental Demands/Working Conditions
Sitting or standing for extended periods of time operating assigned computer or office equipment. Intermittent walking. Handling of light weights and pleasant working conditions with little or no exposure to hazards. May be exposed to discomfort associated with computer keyboard use and monitoring of computer video display screens. Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior, human error, work deadlines, and the demands of multiple complex projects.
Minimum Qualifications
Qualifications
Education: Must be currently enrolled in a college or university.
Knowledge of:
• Customer service dealing with the public in a professional environment.
• Clerical and general office practices.
• Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, vocabulary, and arithmetic.
• Current applicable technology applications and platforms such as Microsoft Office Products, Google Products,
web design, and social media
Ability to:
• Demonstrate tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing, and handling information of a confidential, controversial, and sensitive nature.
• Establish work priorities and remain flexible while meeting established deadlines.
• Remain calm and mentally alert.
• Perform routine and specialized duties for long periods of time.
• Coordinate information, arrangements, and correspondence with minimal guidance.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with all levels of City staff and the public.
• Provide courteous information and service to the public and other City staff.
• Work independently and make sound decisions.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing, draft documents and gather information with minimal instruction, independently research and resolve recurring problems.
• Operate various computer software and spreadsheet programs; maintain databases and hard copy filing systems.
To Apply
Submit a completed City of St. George Employment Application online at careers.sgcity.org. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. This Position is open until filled. Refer questions to Human Resources at 435-627-4670. Pre-employment drug screening and criminal background screen are required. The City of St. George is an inclusive Equal Employment Opportunity employer that considers applicants without regard to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We make reasonable efforts to provide reasonable accommodation to disabled candidates.