Helena School District No 1

At Helena Public schools, our vision is to foster dynamic educational experiences that prepare all students for life. As a HR Specialist, you contribute to this mission by ensuring that HPS has effective strategies to recruit and retain a qualified workforce. The HR Office is a team of five serving approximately 1,000 employees across our 18 campuses in Helena. Some of what you will do: Build community partnerships and engage in outreach activities for talent pipelines. Consult with hiring managers to develop a full-cycle recruitment plan for vacancies to include advertising strategy, timeline, screening process, behavioral based interview questions and defensible selection criteria. Utilize applicant tracking system for candidate assessment and scheduling of interviews. Review and create job descriptions in compliance with applicable state and federal laws; audit and make determinations on overtime exemption. Consult with management on salary range and placement, applying equal pay considerations. Utilize HRIS to administer contracts timely and accurately in accordance with applicable rules, policies and negotiated agreement(s). Conduct exit interviews; consults with management on areas of workforce turnover.  Partner with management to identify and design change management initiatives and how human resource strategies can support business outcomes. Who we are looking for: To become part of this dedicated team, your education and experience equal to a Bachelor’s degree with focus on business, human resources, social or organizational behavioral sciences, or related field AND one year of professional human resource experience with a talent acquisition focus. How to Apply Complete the online application to include a cover letter and resume. Salary range will be $50,356 to $65,520 per year depending on qualifications and experience as determined by the District. This recruitment is open until filled. Applications will be screened upon receipt. The hiring authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time during the recruitment process. Question? Email kmizell@helenaschools.org