Specialist IV Kegans Unit

Job Description - Human Resources Specialist IV - Human Resources - Kegans Unit (021733) )

Job Description

HUMAN RESOURCES

United States-Texas-HOUSTON

Office and Administrative Support

Regular

Full-time

Travel No

Salary/Salary Range : $4,908.68 (RET 2.5% Less)

Monthly

Hazardous duty/Longevity Pay :
Longevity Pay

Work Site Visits :
No

Study Material :
No

Exempt

Feb 10, 2026, 6:00:00 AM

Feb 20, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Performs highly complex human resources management work. Work involves coordinating and administering the operation of a human resources management program; and may serve as a lead worker providing direction to others. Works under limited supervision with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• A. Coordinates, reviews, enters, and processes requests for human resources actions; assists in planning, developing, revising, and implementing policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; handles complex issues and answers complex questions; and coordinates the maintenance and analysis of correspondence, reports, forms, and other related documentation.
• B. Performs data entry, retrieval, and data searches; identifies discrepancies and coordinates corrections; reviews time entry and leave records; coordinates, maintains, and reviews files and record keeping systems to include automated information systems; and maintains computer databases.
• C. Provides technical assistance regarding processes and operating procedures; develops solutions to problems and new procedures; and ensures compliance of policies and procedures.
• D. Coordinates the screening and verification of applicants and required documents; completes notifications to applicants and employees regarding actions, form completion, and appointments.
• E. Trains and supervises the work of others.
• F. May perform criminal information searches and retrieval using Texas Department of Public Safety criminal history system access.
• * Performs a variety of marginal duties not listed, to be determined and assigned as needed

• Graduation from an accredited senior high school or equivalent or GED.
• Four years full‑time, wage‑earning human resources, customer service, clerical, secretarial, administrative support, program administration, public administration, financial operations, auditing, or technical program support experience. Fifteen semester hours from a college or university accredited by CHEA or USDE may be substituted for each six months of experience.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Experience in the supervision of employees preferred.
• Must have or be able to obtain a certificate of course completion for TLETS policy and procedures training within six months of employment date.

• Knowledge of human resources management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, and statutes.
• Knowledge of agency and departmental organizational structure, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations preferred.

• Skill to communicate ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
• Skill to coordinate with other staff, departments, officials, agencies, organizations, and the ...
• Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Skill in the use of computers and related equipment in a stand‑alone or local area network environment.
• Skill to prepare and maintain accurate records, files, and reports.
• Skill to review technical data and prepare technical reports.
• Skill in the use of Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent to include word processing, spreadsheet, database, or presentation software.
• Skill to type 45 words per minute (with no more than 10 errors) preferred.

• Ability to walk, stand, sit, kneel, push, stoop, reach above the shoulder, grasp, pull, bend repeatedly, identify colors, hear with aid, see, write, count, read, speak, analyze,…