Specialist - Human Resources at Lubbock Independent School District in Lubbock, TX

Job description

Job Title: HR Specialist � Central Office Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt Reports to: Administrator Designated Pay Grade: AO7 Dept./School: Central Office Length of Contract: 12 months Date Revised: 9/1/2026 Primary Purpose: Provide support for daily human resource operations. Handle routine HR inquiries and provide responsive and knowledgeable assistance to employees. Qualifications: Education/Certification: High school diploma or GED Special Knowledge/Skills: Proficiency in keyboarding and file maintenance Ability to use software to develop spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing Ability to perform basic math Excellent organizational skills Attention to detail and accuracy Ability to interpret policies and communicate procedures clearly Ability to manage multiple priorities Effective communication and interpersonal skills Experience: 2 years of clerical experience Major Responsibilities and Duties: HR Support: 1.Handle routine HR inquiries to ensure a high level of service and responsive, knowledgeable support for employees and their supervisors. Explain HR policies and practices to employees as appropriate. 2.Maintain HR information database to ensure that employee information is accurate, current, and reliable. 3.Maintain position control system in an accurate and timely manner. 4.Receive and process applications, including verifying completeness of files. 5.Process new hire paperwork including criminal history information, references, and other application materials. Reports and Correspondence: 6.Prepare and distribute or post job vacancy announcements and advertisements. 7.Prepare, maintain, and distribute documents as directed. 8.Prepare correspondence, forms, and reports according to district standards and requirements. Other: 9.Answer and respond to incoming calls, take reliable messages, and route to appropriate staff. 10.Greet visitors and assist employees and applicants to complete applications and required paperwork. 11.Assist with the preparation and distribution of employment contracts. 12.Maintain confidentiality. 13.Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. 14. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions. Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of a computer. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Position type: Secretarial / Clerical / Other / Specialist Human Resources School / site: Human Resources