The Harris County Public Defender’s Office (PDO) is seeking a Human Resources Assistant to join our office.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation in accordance with County retention policies.
• Respond to employee inquiries related to time entry, payroll, and general HR matters.
• Generate and maintain recurring HR and payroll-related reports.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes, including scheduling interviews, orientations, and related meetings.
• Respond to employment verification requests in a timely manner.
• Distribute weekly HR announcements to internal staff.
• Support the planning and coordination of employee events (e.g., recognition ceremonies, retirement celebrations).
• Handle emails, phone calls, and other correspondence promptly and professionally.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.
• Act with integrity, professionalism, and discretion in all interactions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net .

This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

• Experience with PeopleSoft.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Downtown Houston - 1310 Prairie St. Houston, TX 77002
  

  
  

  
  

  Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
  
  Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.