Human Resources

Human Resources Support

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Provides primary support to the Human Resources Department. Works with HR Administrators and HR Analysts in support of all HR functions, projects, and district initiatives.

• Processes new hires, transfers, salary changes, resignations, and retirements in the MUNIS system.
• Verifies applicant and staff certification and licensure; tracks and reports documentation.
• Updates education levels from original transcripts into MUNIS.
• Gathers and reviews Loan Forgiveness forms submitted by employees; tracks and reports forms.
• Processes new hire or termination paperwork for all employees.
• Schedules and meets with new hires to review and submit paperwork to the Human Resources Analyst.
• Mailing, filing, and scanning for new hires, transfers, changes, salary changes, resignations, and retirements.
• Contacts employees to report for hiring sessions and verifies accuracy and completion of paperwork.
• Answers questions and distributes forms to payroll, benefits, and retirement departments.
• Performs administrative duties: answering phone, scanning, word processing, and file organization.
• Access or exposure to confidential information.
• Performs related duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

Education and Experience
Associate's degree in Business, Administration, Human Resources, or related field. Minimum 1–2 years’ experience, including experience in office setting handling confidential and sensitive information.

• Knowledge of contracts.
• Knowledge of new hire forms.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast‑paced, high‑demand educational environment with time‑sensitive deadlines.
• Ability to use (or learn to use) computer software and systems applicable to the position.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail.
• Ability to establish and maintain constructive and cooperative interpersonal relationships with staff and outside entities.

• Skill in utilizing interpersonal skills to relate and interact with a diverse population.
• Skill in detail‑oriented planning and priority setting.
• Ability to provide positive and effective customer service.
• Ability to adapt to new methods and procedures.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Ability to apply listening skills; work under pressure; address conflict; and solve problems.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret standard policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Ability to present information with accuracy and detail.
• Ability to operate standard office equipment (computer, keyboard, scanner, telephone).
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

This position requires the employee to work in an office or similar indoor environment. Employees may encounter rude or irate individuals.

The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation is prohibited.

Disability accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.