Job Title: Human Resources Officer
Join Ards and North Down Borough Council as a Human Resources Officer.
Location: City Hall, Bangor / Agile working
Salary Scale: PO1, SCP 29
Purpose and Function
To contribute to the delivery of HR services within the Council, including deputising for Managers and participating in projects.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
1. Carry out recruitment and selection exercises, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.
2. Advise and participate in disciplinary and grievance hearings, and other employee relations issues.
3. Provide advice on employee welfare and assist in welfare and counseling services.
4. Assist in delivering and evaluating training, including induction training.
5. Monitor attendance, advise line managers, and assist in dealing with attendance issues.
6. Prepare reports on employee attendance and assist in initiatives to reduce absenteeism.
7. Assist in managing the occupational health scheme and liaising with relevant parties.
8. Manage the agency contract, liaising with line managers and agencies, and preparing reports.
9. Provide guidance on HR policies and procedures, and assist in developing new policies.
10. Promote equality, health, and safety in accordance with policies and legal requirements.
11. Perform any other duties reasonably required.
Person Specification
The essential criteria include:
* Qualifications: CIPD Intermediate (Level 5) or equivalent.
* Experience: At least 2 years in HR, supporting recruitment, employee relations, and handling employment issues.
* Skills: High accuracy, knowledge of employment law, excellent communication, ability to manage workload, tact, team work, ICT skills.
Desirable experience includes:
* Experience in all areas listed above, including absence management.
Other Requirements
A valid Category B driving license or access to suitable transport to fulfill the duties of the post.
Additional Information
This is a full-time, entry-level position within the Human Resources function in the Government Administration industry.
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