Marathon County Government · 3 hours ago
Human Resources Specialist - Sheriff's Office
Wausau, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$27.61/hr - $27.61/hrMarathon County Government is seeking a Human Resources Specialist for the Sheriff's Office. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with laws and policies, managing recruitment processes, and supporting employee relations within the department.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Provide guidance to Sheriff’s Office divisions on interpreting and administering personnel policies, procedures, and labor agreements while ensuring compliance with federal and state laws
Assist in the development and implementation of county and department policies in alignment with legal requirements and best practices
Record training records for Sheriff’s Office personnel, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements for agencies and organizations in accordance with county HR policies
Conduct training audits as needed and validate minimum training requirements for Sheriff’s Office staff
Manage the recruitment and selection processes for Sheriff’s Office positions, including preparing recruitment materials, sourcing candidates, developing interview questions, scheduling, and participating in interviews, and assisting in final candidate evaluations and dispositions
Utilize and manage a web based HRIS applicant tracking system to streamline recruitment efforts, providing guidance to candidates and department managers while maintaining accurate candidate status updates
Serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for HR-related matters, collaborating proactively with division commanders to ensure compliance and high-quality service
Attend all Sheriff’s Office and Human Resources Department staff meetings and training sessions as directed by the Chief Deputy and Human Resources Director
Assist division commanders in scheduling annual in-service training and assigning relevant topics
Support and contribute to special projects in collaboration with department heads, managers, employees, and external stakeholders
Develop innovative solutions to work-related challenges and facilitate process improvement initiatives
Establish professional development goals that align with the objectives of the Sheriff’s Office, Human Resources Department, and County
Qualification
Required
High school graduation or equivalent, preferably supplemented by formal course work in business administration, human resources, or related field
Basic knowledge of human resources management principles, practices, and systems
Understanding of state and federal labor and employment laws and regulations
Ability to interpret and apply personnel policies, labor contracts, and legal requirements effectively
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to workload variations
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies and the ability to lead organizational change initiatives
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions in accordance with Sheriff's Office policies
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong working relationships across various stakeholders
Open-mindedness and receptivity to diverse perspectives
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Proficiency in using computers, including word processing, database management, and internet research
Commitment to fostering a positive work culture that emphasizes customer service and teamwork
Understanding of the County's mission, core values, and long-term goals
Because the job duties can involve access to secure areas and confidential and/or criminal and prosecutorial information, the selected candidate(s) must possess a good reputation and background which will withstand pre-appointment investigation, that will include fingerprint check
Candidates must be free of any felony convictions to be considered for this position
Preferred
Prior experience in a fast-paced environment that required a high-level attention to detail and a proven ability to multitask desired
Prior experience in law enforcement or government setting desired
HR certification is a plus
Benefits
County Benefits
Company
Marathon County Government
Mission Statement: Marathon County Government serves people by leading, coordinating, and providing county, regional, and statewide initiatives.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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