Travis County, TX
Human Resources Specialist Sr (Travis County Employees Only)
Travis County, TX, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Salary:
$69,493.17 - $90,341.12 Annually Location :
Austin, TX Job Type:
Full Time Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid Job Number:
25-10267 Department:
Technology and Operations Opening Date:
10/02/2025 Closing Date:
10/16/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary Works closely with management to provide advanced professional level human resource management services to include recruitment and staffing, compensation and benefit administration, employment relations, organization development. Serves as a management consultant on organizational development and strategic human resource planning. Works on problems of diverse scope where review of problems or situations requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criterion for obtaining results. Provides assistance and guidance with Union negotiations and administration. Responsible for facilitating effective problem-solving processes and employee relations. Ensures compliance with applicable Federal, State and County employment laws and policies. Develops and maintains key relationships and alliances with relevant County, City and State management staff. Provides technical leadership or oversee the coordination of administrative processing and recordkeeping for all personnel actions for the department, including hiring, staffing, compensation, benefits, performance and leave. This position is eligible for telework, with 2-3 days per week required in the office
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a job classification within the Human Resources job family. Senior Human Resources generalist position. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides competent advice and counsel to Managers and Supervisors regarding Human Resource Management issues. Facilitates problem-solving strategies. Develops and contributes to Human Resources program goals, initiatives and best-practices, ensuring adherence to and compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws and departmental and County policies and practices. Researches, compiles data, drafts and prepares correspondence and written analysis for revising or creating Human Resources policies and procedures that are consistent with Federal and State laws and regulations. Consults with outside agencies (professional organizations, other employers, and government agencies) for advice in policy development. Responds to unemployment claims and appeal hearings to contest benefits requested by former employees. Responds to open records requests and subpoenas. Serves as a liaison and works in cooperation with other County offices and departments. Counsels and coaches with employees on issues, concerns and grievances. Provides direction to management and employees on conflict resolution; researching, reporting and responding to informal/formal complaints; provides advice, preparation and responses to grievance hearings, pre-deprivation meetings, alternative dispute resolution/mediation and EEOC/TCHR complaints. Provides administration, coordination and communication of policies and procedures regarding various Human Resource laws and practices including: EEO, FMLA, Workers Compensation, ADA, FLSA, hiring/staffing, compensation and associated recordkeeping. Provides technical support, and direction to other professional human resource support staff in carrying out these functions. Develops and delivers training for departments and staff and makes presentations. Conducts new employee orientation from a policy perspective, summarizing the structure of Travis County, retirement, at-will status, and other benefits not related to group benefits. Prepares and makes presentations to employees and Commissioners Court on Human Resource programs and services, and Human Resource related topics. Serves in a key role in the development of departmental staff development strategies. Assists in the design, development, presentation, coordination, facilitation and evaluation of learning strategies and training programs and initiatives for department employees. Provides advice and recommendations pertaining to the department's performance management systems and strategies. Serves as a key resource and member of the team in strategic planning, budgeting, communications and policy development initiatives. Develops, creates and delivers oral reports, presentations, letters and policy revisions, as required. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Personnel Management, Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or a directly related field AND five (5) years of directly related demonstrated experience as to assigned Human Resources position;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: None required.
Preferred: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP); OR, Certified Benefits Professional (CBP). Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR); OR, Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR). Specialized coursework in the area of Human Resources. Valid Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Federal, State and Local regulations, codes and laws: Employment laws and Affirmative Action, Title VII of Civil Rights Act, Equal Pay Act, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEOC, I-9, Texas Workforce Commission Rules, Regulations and Statutes, Open Records Act, and Texas Governor's Committee on Disabilities. Principles and practices of Human Resources management. County policies, procedures and terminology. Compiling data and generating reports. Recent Human Resources developments and current literature. Office management. Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages. Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation. Skill in:
Applying Human Resources methods. Problem-solving and decision-making. Customer service delivery. Explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language. Both verbal and written communication. Ability to:
Interpret policies, procedures, and Federal, State and Local applicable laws. Develop and make effective presentations. Convey complex ideas and concepts verbally and in writing. Work independently as well as in a team environment. Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public.
Work Environment & Other Information
Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 20-50 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday. May work some holidays, some nights, some weekends Location: 700 Lavaca Street Department: Technology and Operations Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Benefits Employment at Travis County comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a no-cost, on-site Health and Wellness clinic, longevity pay, paid vacations, sick time and personal holidays, not to mention an industry competitive salary structure and a friendly, stable work environment. FY2025 Travis County Benefit Guide
In this valuable you will find benefit summaries, eligibility requirements, costs, contact numbers and addresses as well as other general information on the benefits available to Travis County Employees and Retirees.
Credit Union Employees may join the Travis County Credit Union which offers low-interest loans, savings plans through payroll deduction, safe deposit boxes and other benefits.
Deferred Compensation Employees may enroll in a tax- free sheltered investment plan through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit Employees may sign up for direct bank deposit.
Employee Assistance Program Travis County provides a confidential counseling and referral service free of charge to county employees and their family.
Employee Organizations Membership in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll deduction.
Employee Health & Wellness Clinic Employees may access the clinic for a variety of wellness program and health care services with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs.
Holidays An average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County Commissioners Court at the beginning of each fiscal year.
Insurance Employees may select from four plans: an Exclusive Physician Organization (EPO), Choice Plus Preferred Physician Organization (PPO), Consumer Choice or a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). All four options include a Pharmacy Plan. Travis County's current policy is to pay 100% of the employee's health insurance premium for the Consumer Choice and HDHP. Employees will pay a premium for both the EPO and PPO. Other insurance benefits include $50,000 Basic Life and AD&D paid by the County.
The following benefits are employee paid:
Dental Vision Supplemental Life, AD&D Dependent Life Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Long Term Care
New employees are covered on the first day of the month following 28 calendar days of employment.
Longevity Longevity pay is paid for each year completed after three years of continuous service. Peace Officers in a law enforcement activity, whose job requires state peace officer certification, receive pay after one year of certification.
On the regular payday on or after the employee's fourth and subsequent adjusted service dates, he or she receives a single payment for the previous year.
Parking A limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to employees in the Courthouse Complex.
Personal Holidays Regular, full-time employees are eligible for up to three paid personal holidays each calendar year. Part-time employees shall be granted personal holidays on a prorated basis. New employees earn personal holidays for the calendar year in which he/she begins employment, based on the month in which employment begins:
January - March
3 personal holidays April - June
2 personal holidays
July - September
1 personal holiday October - December
None
New employees are eligible to take personal holidays after 90 days of employment. Retirement Travis County is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System with mandatory participation by certain classes of employees. Seven percent (7%) of the gross salary is deducted each pay period. An employee is fully vested after eight years of service. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.
Sick Leave Regular employees earn sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited accrual during employment. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a pro-rated basis.
Parental Leave Each Full-time Paid Parental Leave Eligible (PPL) Employee is entitled to a total of 320 hours of Paid Parental Leave in a 12 month period. Paid Parental Leave for Part-time PPL Eligible Employees is prorated based on the number of hours that they are regularly scheduled to work.
Tuition Refund Certain classes of full-time employees may receive reimbursement for fees associated with pre-approved, job related course work completed satisfactorily.
Vacation Based on years of county service, regular, full-time employees earn vacation time at the following rates:
0 to 5 years
4.0 hours per pay period
6 to 10 years
4.5 hours per pay period
11 to 15 years
5.0 hours per pay period
16 to 20 years
5.5 hours per pay period
21 plus years
6.0 hours per pay period
Part-time employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis. Workers' Compensation The county provides all employees workers' compensation coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute, if the employee sustains an injury out of, or in the course of work.
$69,493.17 - $90,341.12 Annually Location :
Austin, TX Job Type:
Full Time Remote Employment:
Flexible/Hybrid Job Number:
25-10267 Department:
Technology and Operations Opening Date:
10/02/2025 Closing Date:
10/16/2025 11:59 PM Central
Job Summary Works closely with management to provide advanced professional level human resource management services to include recruitment and staffing, compensation and benefit administration, employment relations, organization development. Serves as a management consultant on organizational development and strategic human resource planning. Works on problems of diverse scope where review of problems or situations requires evaluation of identifiable factors. Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies in selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criterion for obtaining results. Provides assistance and guidance with Union negotiations and administration. Responsible for facilitating effective problem-solving processes and employee relations. Ensures compliance with applicable Federal, State and County employment laws and policies. Develops and maintains key relationships and alliances with relevant County, City and State management staff. Provides technical leadership or oversee the coordination of administrative processing and recordkeeping for all personnel actions for the department, including hiring, staffing, compensation, benefits, performance and leave. This position is eligible for telework, with 2-3 days per week required in the office
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
This is a job classification within the Human Resources job family. Senior Human Resources generalist position. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.
Duties and Responsibilities
Provides competent advice and counsel to Managers and Supervisors regarding Human Resource Management issues. Facilitates problem-solving strategies. Develops and contributes to Human Resources program goals, initiatives and best-practices, ensuring adherence to and compliance with applicable Federal, State and Local laws and departmental and County policies and practices. Researches, compiles data, drafts and prepares correspondence and written analysis for revising or creating Human Resources policies and procedures that are consistent with Federal and State laws and regulations. Consults with outside agencies (professional organizations, other employers, and government agencies) for advice in policy development. Responds to unemployment claims and appeal hearings to contest benefits requested by former employees. Responds to open records requests and subpoenas. Serves as a liaison and works in cooperation with other County offices and departments. Counsels and coaches with employees on issues, concerns and grievances. Provides direction to management and employees on conflict resolution; researching, reporting and responding to informal/formal complaints; provides advice, preparation and responses to grievance hearings, pre-deprivation meetings, alternative dispute resolution/mediation and EEOC/TCHR complaints. Provides administration, coordination and communication of policies and procedures regarding various Human Resource laws and practices including: EEO, FMLA, Workers Compensation, ADA, FLSA, hiring/staffing, compensation and associated recordkeeping. Provides technical support, and direction to other professional human resource support staff in carrying out these functions. Develops and delivers training for departments and staff and makes presentations. Conducts new employee orientation from a policy perspective, summarizing the structure of Travis County, retirement, at-will status, and other benefits not related to group benefits. Prepares and makes presentations to employees and Commissioners Court on Human Resource programs and services, and Human Resource related topics. Serves in a key role in the development of departmental staff development strategies. Assists in the design, development, presentation, coordination, facilitation and evaluation of learning strategies and training programs and initiatives for department employees. Provides advice and recommendations pertaining to the department's performance management systems and strategies. Serves as a key resource and member of the team in strategic planning, budgeting, communications and policy development initiatives. Develops, creates and delivers oral reports, presentations, letters and policy revisions, as required. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements
Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Personnel Management, Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or a directly related field AND five (5) years of directly related demonstrated experience as to assigned Human Resources position;
OR,
Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements: None required.
Preferred: Certified Compensation Professional (CCP); OR, Certified Benefits Professional (CBP). Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR); OR, Professional in Human Resources Certification (PHR). Specialized coursework in the area of Human Resources. Valid Texas Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Federal, State and Local regulations, codes and laws: Employment laws and Affirmative Action, Title VII of Civil Rights Act, Equal Pay Act, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, EEOC, I-9, Texas Workforce Commission Rules, Regulations and Statutes, Open Records Act, and Texas Governor's Committee on Disabilities. Principles and practices of Human Resources management. County policies, procedures and terminology. Compiling data and generating reports. Recent Human Resources developments and current literature. Office management. Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages. Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation. Skill in:
Applying Human Resources methods. Problem-solving and decision-making. Customer service delivery. Explaining complicated technical problems in simple non-technical language. Both verbal and written communication. Ability to:
Interpret policies, procedures, and Federal, State and Local applicable laws. Develop and make effective presentations. Convey complex ideas and concepts verbally and in writing. Work independently as well as in a team environment. Manage time well, perform multiple tasks and organize diverse activities. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, and the general public.
Work Environment & Other Information
Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 20-50 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions.
Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.
Work Hours: 8 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday. May work some holidays, some nights, some weekends Location: 700 Lavaca Street Department: Technology and Operations Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.
This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position. Benefits Employment at Travis County comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a no-cost, on-site Health and Wellness clinic, longevity pay, paid vacations, sick time and personal holidays, not to mention an industry competitive salary structure and a friendly, stable work environment. FY2025 Travis County Benefit Guide
In this valuable you will find benefit summaries, eligibility requirements, costs, contact numbers and addresses as well as other general information on the benefits available to Travis County Employees and Retirees.
Credit Union Employees may join the Travis County Credit Union which offers low-interest loans, savings plans through payroll deduction, safe deposit boxes and other benefits.
Deferred Compensation Employees may enroll in a tax- free sheltered investment plan through payroll deduction.
Direct Deposit Employees may sign up for direct bank deposit.
Employee Assistance Program Travis County provides a confidential counseling and referral service free of charge to county employees and their family.
Employee Organizations Membership in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees Union is available through payroll deduction.
Employee Health & Wellness Clinic Employees may access the clinic for a variety of wellness program and health care services with no co-pay, no deductible and no co-insurance costs.
Holidays An average of eleven paid holidays are designated by the Travis County Commissioners Court at the beginning of each fiscal year.
Insurance Employees may select from four plans: an Exclusive Physician Organization (EPO), Choice Plus Preferred Physician Organization (PPO), Consumer Choice or a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA). All four options include a Pharmacy Plan. Travis County's current policy is to pay 100% of the employee's health insurance premium for the Consumer Choice and HDHP. Employees will pay a premium for both the EPO and PPO. Other insurance benefits include $50,000 Basic Life and AD&D paid by the County.
The following benefits are employee paid:
Dental Vision Supplemental Life, AD&D Dependent Life Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Long Term Care
New employees are covered on the first day of the month following 28 calendar days of employment.
Longevity Longevity pay is paid for each year completed after three years of continuous service. Peace Officers in a law enforcement activity, whose job requires state peace officer certification, receive pay after one year of certification.
On the regular payday on or after the employee's fourth and subsequent adjusted service dates, he or she receives a single payment for the previous year.
Parking A limited number of assigned parking spaces are available to employees in the Courthouse Complex.
Personal Holidays Regular, full-time employees are eligible for up to three paid personal holidays each calendar year. Part-time employees shall be granted personal holidays on a prorated basis. New employees earn personal holidays for the calendar year in which he/she begins employment, based on the month in which employment begins:
January - March
3 personal holidays April - June
2 personal holidays
July - September
1 personal holiday October - December
None
New employees are eligible to take personal holidays after 90 days of employment. Retirement Travis County is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System with mandatory participation by certain classes of employees. Seven percent (7%) of the gross salary is deducted each pay period. An employee is fully vested after eight years of service. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees.
Sick Leave Regular employees earn sick leave at a rate of eight hours per month with unlimited accrual during employment. Part-time employees earn sick leave on a pro-rated basis.
Parental Leave Each Full-time Paid Parental Leave Eligible (PPL) Employee is entitled to a total of 320 hours of Paid Parental Leave in a 12 month period. Paid Parental Leave for Part-time PPL Eligible Employees is prorated based on the number of hours that they are regularly scheduled to work.
Tuition Refund Certain classes of full-time employees may receive reimbursement for fees associated with pre-approved, job related course work completed satisfactorily.
Vacation Based on years of county service, regular, full-time employees earn vacation time at the following rates:
0 to 5 years
4.0 hours per pay period
6 to 10 years
4.5 hours per pay period
11 to 15 years
5.0 hours per pay period
16 to 20 years
5.5 hours per pay period
21 plus years
6.0 hours per pay period
Part-time employees earn vacation leave on a pro-rated basis. Workers' Compensation The county provides all employees workers' compensation coverage with benefits in accordance with state statute, if the employee sustains an injury out of, or in the course of work.