Position Type:
Professional/Administrative/Human Resources Generalist

Date Posted:
5/13/2022

Location:
Administration

Closing Date:
05/20/2022

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221. (303) 853-1000, or the US Dept. of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

CLASSIFIED VACANCY

POSITION: Human Resources Generalist
LOCATION: Administration Building
PAY RANGE : CO-5 ($29.89 - $43.33 hourly)
CALENDAR: 260 Days
FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt
REPORTS TO: HR Manager and HR Director

DISTRICT OVERVIEW:
Rigor, relevance, relationships, and choice make Mapleton Public Schools a destination district for both families and staff. In 2006, Mapleton challenged the traditional delivery of education by introducing schools that are small-by-design. Standards-based instruction is offered through the lens of engaging education models, including EL, International Baccalaureate, Big Picture, STEM, Performing and Visual Arts, Project-based Learning, Young Adult, and online.

In Mapleton's full-choice system, families select their school based on how their child likes to learn, not where they live. Mapleton serves more than 6,700 students - from toddlers to young adults - in unincorporated Adams County, Thornton, and north Denver. With an unyielding commitment to academic success and personal growth, Mapleton is committed to raising expectations by removing obstacles to learning and supporting all students in achieving their dreams.

WORK LIFE AND BENEFITS:
In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits Page

SUMMARY:
Responsible for performing human resources functions related to licensed and classified positions. Duties include maintaining employee databases, processing new employee paperwork, performing onboarding, responding to employee questions related to salaries, tracking educator licensing, processing employment contracts, posting new positions, and supporting the online applicant system.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Process all newly hired employees; conducting on-boarding, confirming a cleared background check, required documentation, and personnel file completion.
2. Educate newly hired employees on HR policies, internal procedures, and regulations.
3. Ensure compliance with USCIS Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification for all district employee hires.
4. Process and enter all aspects of employee information, including changes and updates for hires, transfers, and terminations in the HRIS system and on spreadsheets. Must maintain accurate data changes, data integrity, and up to date personnel files.
5. Support the daily operations of the Human Resources Department including responding promptly to employees' questions regarding salaries and other personnel matters.
6. Generate employment verification letters.
7. Process, maintain, verify, and track educator licensing information including updating state EDID system. Notify appropriate district personnel of licensure concerns.
8. Create postings for job vacancies. Prepare advertisements for websites.
9. Monitor applicant system; troubleshoot online applications.
10. Monitor completion of online staff trainings.
11. Track and maintain annual Classified Evaluations.
12. Assist with staff wellness program.
13. Assist with school claim for payments.
14. Provide notary services for district and personal documents for staff and community members.
15. May assist with occasional coverage of the Administration office front desk.
16. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience in Human Resources or related field.

EXPERIENCE:
Three + years of experience in human resources.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & EQUIPMENT:

• Understanding of operating practices of a human resources office.
• Ability to collaborate and be a team player.
• Advanced oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Time management and problem-solving skills.
• Strong customer service and public relations skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Personal computer and keyboarding skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, use time efficiently, demonstrate attention to detail, follow instructions and respond to management direction.
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Education policies, Superintendent policies and building and department procedures.
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate safety equipment and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator.
• Intermediate operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals.
• Intermediate operating knowledge of and experience with office software.
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, E-mail, etc.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:
Notary acquired within 6 months of hire.
PHR Certificate preferred.

SUPERVISORY/TECHNICAL RESPONSIBILITY:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

MENTAL FUNCTIONS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, copy, instruct, evaluate, analyze, coordinate, and use interpersonal skills. Frequently required to compare, compute, synthesize, and compile. Occasionally required to negotiate.

EVALUATION:
In accordance with established district policies.

METHOD OF APPLICATION:

• External applicants must complete an application online at: Work in Mapleton!
• Current Mapleton employees are required to e-mail a letter of interest and resume to Human Resources at HR@mapleton.us
• All internal letters of interest must be received prior to 4pm on the date the vacancy closes.

SMOKING IS NOT PERMITTED IN SCHOOL DISTRICT BUILDINGS OR ON SCHOOL GROUNDS