Town of Chapel Hill NC
HR ASSISTANT - TRANSIT
Town of Chapel Hill NC, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States, 27517
Salary :
$38,847.00 - $51,466.00 Annually Location :
Chapel Hill, NC Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
25/26-01985 Department:
TRANSIT Division:
ADMINISTRATION Opening Date:
09/29/2025 Closing Date:
10/27/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Summary Are you a creative recruiter/HR professional looking for an opportunity to use your skills for the public good? Do you possess HR knowledge that you'd like to use to support an HR Business Partner who can help you grow professionally? Chapel Hill Transit is hiring a full time, benefited, HR Assistant-Recruiting Specialist to oversee the recruiting and hiring process for its Operations Staff-bus operators, mechanics, and service attendants. This position will also provide basic support to the HR Business Partner. This position communicates Chapel Hill Transit's need for Bus Operators, Mechanics and Service Attendants by using social media outlets, local organizations, Churches, Newspapers, Trade journals, magazines and face-to-face marketing. This position attends Job Fairs, Career Days, public meetings, and visits churches, community centers, retail outlets, and festivals to distribute information and answer questions about working for Chapel Hill Transit. Chapel Hill Transit is a preferred employer with over 200 employees. We offer a robust benefit package, advancement opportunities, and a welcoming work environment. Learn more about what makes us special HERE! This position may require occasional evening and weekend work. This position is eligible for flex time and overtime pay. Essential Functions Manages recruitment and hiring of bus operators, mechanics, and service attendants, which includes Using social media and other outlets to promote Transit employment opportunities Attending job fairs, career days, festivals, and public meetings Identifying new ways to promote Chapel Hill Transit as a preferred employer Overseeing full cycle recruitment, screening, and hiring functions. Provides key clerical support to the Transit HR Partner for FMLA management by Keeping the FMLA tracking spreadsheet up to date at all times Notifying appropriate staff when someone uses FMLA Monitoring FMLA usage to ensure usage is in compliance with FMLA approval. Being an additional point of contact for employees using FMLA. Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation. Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management. Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of all files and records. Provides general administrative support for staff members as needed, including providing assistance with lost and found/customer inquiries and special projects/events. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervision Exercised None Physical Demands The work requires sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing or stooping. The employee uses equipment requiring a?moderate degree of dexterity. The position may occasionally lift objects up to 20 pounds. Work Environment The work is typically performed in an office environment. Occasionally this position may attend off site indoor and outdoor events. Minimum Qualifications An equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job
Knowledge of:
Recruitment and selection best practices Fundamental principles and practices of personnel administration Principles of organization and management Principles and methods of research Applicable local, federal and state laws and regulations Standard business computer software and specialized HR applications Microsoft Office Suite Various social media platforms.
Ability to:
Solve problems and make sound decisions; perform mathematical calculations Use a computer and basic office equipment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, and supervisors Perform professional personnel work with minimum direction Interpret the Town's personnel programs and policies to employees and the general public Analyze complex and confidential issues and draw logical conclusions Prepare and present clear and concise reports, findings and summaries Collect, compile, and analyze information and data Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) Model behavior that is consistent with our value of RESPECT
Education An Associate's degree in business administration, human resources or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.
Experience
Two years of experience in a technical, paraprofessional or professional capacity in recruitment, classification, compensation, employee relations, or employee benefits. OR: an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Certifications Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid driver's license North Carolina issued by the state of NC and the availability of private transportation or the ability to provide transportation between job sites
Revised: September 24,2025 The Town of Chapel Hill offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to regular full time and part time employees.
Health and Dental Insurance Health and dental insurance are effective the first day of employment. The town will provide full-time employees group medical and dental insurance including family coverage. Employees and the town will share equally in the additional cost of the medical plan for dependent coverage if employees desire to purchase such coverage for family members. Employees are responsible for the full cost of dependent dental insurance.
Retirement Health Savings Plan
Employees hired after June 30, 2010, in a regular full-time or regular part- time position are required to participate in the Retirement Health Savings Plan. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 1%.
Paid Time Off
Vacation/Annual Leave:
Employees in regular full or part time positions earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon length of Town service. Sick Leave:
Employees in full or part time regular positions earn 12 days per year. Paid Parental Leave:
Eligible employees receive 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from Employee's leave bank. Paid Holidays:
There are 12 official Town holidays. Employees in full or part time regular positions are eligible for paid holiday time. Personal Leave:
All employees in full or part time regular positions are granted 3 days of personal leave per year. This leave is non-cumulative Local Government Retirement System
All employees in regular full or part time position are required to contribute to the retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%.
Supplemental Retirement Plans
NC 401(k)-The Town makes a contribution of 5% to the 401(k) for all regular full and part time employees. There is no employee match required. Employees have the option of making contributions on a pre or post tax basis. The plan is administered by Empower. 457 Deferred Compensation Plan-Town of Chapel Hill employees have the option of making contributions to a 457. The Town does not make contributions to this plan. The plan is administered by MissionSquare. Disability Insurance
Town Provided:
The Town provides both short term and long term disability insurance to all regular full or part time employees. The plan will pay up to 50% of the employee's base income up to $462 per week for non-job related injuries. Voluntary Short Term Disability:
Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental disability insurance. This plan will pay employees a maximum of 25% of their base weekly earnings up to $400. Life Insurance
The Town provides full and part time regular employees with an individual term life insurance policy. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for a small fee. Dependent life insurance is also available.
Direct Deposit
All employees hired after July 1, 2007 are required to have direct deposit.
Other Benefits
Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Chapel Hill are eligible to open accounts at Civic Federal Credit Union. Parking is provided free of charge at or near worksites Annual longevity payment beginning with the 5th year of full or part time regular employment Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period Town has a Housing Assistance Program that assists employees secure housing in Town see the following https://www.chapelhillaffordablehousing.org/employee-housing
$38,847.00 - $51,466.00 Annually Location :
Chapel Hill, NC Job Type:
Full Time Job Number:
25/26-01985 Department:
TRANSIT Division:
ADMINISTRATION Opening Date:
09/29/2025 Closing Date:
10/27/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Summary Are you a creative recruiter/HR professional looking for an opportunity to use your skills for the public good? Do you possess HR knowledge that you'd like to use to support an HR Business Partner who can help you grow professionally? Chapel Hill Transit is hiring a full time, benefited, HR Assistant-Recruiting Specialist to oversee the recruiting and hiring process for its Operations Staff-bus operators, mechanics, and service attendants. This position will also provide basic support to the HR Business Partner. This position communicates Chapel Hill Transit's need for Bus Operators, Mechanics and Service Attendants by using social media outlets, local organizations, Churches, Newspapers, Trade journals, magazines and face-to-face marketing. This position attends Job Fairs, Career Days, public meetings, and visits churches, community centers, retail outlets, and festivals to distribute information and answer questions about working for Chapel Hill Transit. Chapel Hill Transit is a preferred employer with over 200 employees. We offer a robust benefit package, advancement opportunities, and a welcoming work environment. Learn more about what makes us special HERE! This position may require occasional evening and weekend work. This position is eligible for flex time and overtime pay. Essential Functions Manages recruitment and hiring of bus operators, mechanics, and service attendants, which includes Using social media and other outlets to promote Transit employment opportunities Attending job fairs, career days, festivals, and public meetings Identifying new ways to promote Chapel Hill Transit as a preferred employer Overseeing full cycle recruitment, screening, and hiring functions. Provides key clerical support to the Transit HR Partner for FMLA management by Keeping the FMLA tracking spreadsheet up to date at all times Notifying appropriate staff when someone uses FMLA Monitoring FMLA usage to ensure usage is in compliance with FMLA approval. Being an additional point of contact for employees using FMLA. Maintains accurate and up-to-date human resource files, records, and documentation. Answers frequently asked questions from applicants and employees relative to standard policies, benefits, hiring processes, etc.; refers more complex questions to appropriate senior-level HR staff or management. Maintains the integrity and confidentiality of all files and records. Provides general administrative support for staff members as needed, including providing assistance with lost and found/customer inquiries and special projects/events. Performs other duties as assigned. Supervision Exercised None Physical Demands The work requires sitting at a desk or table, with intermittent standing or stooping. The employee uses equipment requiring a?moderate degree of dexterity. The position may occasionally lift objects up to 20 pounds. Work Environment The work is typically performed in an office environment. Occasionally this position may attend off site indoor and outdoor events. Minimum Qualifications An equivalent combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the job
Knowledge of:
Recruitment and selection best practices Fundamental principles and practices of personnel administration Principles of organization and management Principles and methods of research Applicable local, federal and state laws and regulations Standard business computer software and specialized HR applications Microsoft Office Suite Various social media platforms.
Ability to:
Solve problems and make sound decisions; perform mathematical calculations Use a computer and basic office equipment. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, customers, and supervisors Perform professional personnel work with minimum direction Interpret the Town's personnel programs and policies to employees and the general public Analyze complex and confidential issues and draw logical conclusions Prepare and present clear and concise reports, findings and summaries Collect, compile, and analyze information and data Communicate effectively (orally and in writing) Model behavior that is consistent with our value of RESPECT
Education An Associate's degree in business administration, human resources or a closely related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job.
Experience
Two years of experience in a technical, paraprofessional or professional capacity in recruitment, classification, compensation, employee relations, or employee benefits. OR: an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Certifications Possession of or the ability to obtain a valid driver's license North Carolina issued by the state of NC and the availability of private transportation or the ability to provide transportation between job sites
Revised: September 24,2025 The Town of Chapel Hill offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to regular full time and part time employees.
Health and Dental Insurance Health and dental insurance are effective the first day of employment. The town will provide full-time employees group medical and dental insurance including family coverage. Employees and the town will share equally in the additional cost of the medical plan for dependent coverage if employees desire to purchase such coverage for family members. Employees are responsible for the full cost of dependent dental insurance.
Retirement Health Savings Plan
Employees hired after June 30, 2010, in a regular full-time or regular part- time position are required to participate in the Retirement Health Savings Plan. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 1%.
Paid Time Off
Vacation/Annual Leave:
Employees in regular full or part time positions earn between 12 and 26 days per year depending upon length of Town service. Sick Leave:
Employees in full or part time regular positions earn 12 days per year. Paid Parental Leave:
Eligible employees receive 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave after birth or placement of a child in the home for adoption or foster care. This leave does not come from Employee's leave bank. Paid Holidays:
There are 12 official Town holidays. Employees in full or part time regular positions are eligible for paid holiday time. Personal Leave:
All employees in full or part time regular positions are granted 3 days of personal leave per year. This leave is non-cumulative Local Government Retirement System
All employees in regular full or part time position are required to contribute to the retirement system. Contributions are taken on a pre-tax basis. The current contribution amount is 6%.
Supplemental Retirement Plans
NC 401(k)-The Town makes a contribution of 5% to the 401(k) for all regular full and part time employees. There is no employee match required. Employees have the option of making contributions on a pre or post tax basis. The plan is administered by Empower. 457 Deferred Compensation Plan-Town of Chapel Hill employees have the option of making contributions to a 457. The Town does not make contributions to this plan. The plan is administered by MissionSquare. Disability Insurance
Town Provided:
The Town provides both short term and long term disability insurance to all regular full or part time employees. The plan will pay up to 50% of the employee's base income up to $462 per week for non-job related injuries. Voluntary Short Term Disability:
Employees have the option of purchasing supplemental disability insurance. This plan will pay employees a maximum of 25% of their base weekly earnings up to $400. Life Insurance
The Town provides full and part time regular employees with an individual term life insurance policy. Employees have the option of purchasing additional life insurance for a small fee. Dependent life insurance is also available.
Direct Deposit
All employees hired after July 1, 2007 are required to have direct deposit.
Other Benefits
Credit Union: Employees of the Town of Chapel Hill are eligible to open accounts at Civic Federal Credit Union. Parking is provided free of charge at or near worksites Annual longevity payment beginning with the 5th year of full or part time regular employment Tuition assistance is available upon completion of the initial probationary period Town has a Housing Assistance Program that assists employees secure housing in Town see the following https://www.chapelhillaffordablehousing.org/employee-housing