Position Information

TxDOT's Northeast Branch is looking for an energetic person to join our Human Resources team based in Mesquite, Texas. This position will allow you to develop and continue building a diverse skill set in Human Resources that is unmatched. You will have hands-on opportunities of involvement in all areas of Human Resources. If you're passionate about working with people and being involved in a wide range of tasks and project assignments, this is the job for you! Join TxDOT and build a career as BIG as TEXAS !

This position offers full-time employment during the summer and part-time employment during the spring and fall semesters!

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

Position Description

Performs entry-level administrative support work. Work involves performing a wide range of administrative and office support work for the department. Employees at this level perform assignments following specific instructions and are subject to frequent review by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in maintaining confidential information and records.
• Sorts and files documents, paper and electronic.
• Enters data into various Human Resources systems.
• Conducts data audits/updates - Education, Driver's License, Safety Impact, Professional Engineer, Emergency Contact and other system information, as assigned.
• Assists in event preparation, including but not limited to: New Employee Orientation, Recruiting, Wellness and other district events as needed.
• Gains exposure to Human Resources-related issues. (observing conversations & presentations; assisting with other tasks as needed)
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

As necessary, interns working more than one consecutive semester will continue to develop in the following area:

• Draft job postings
• Independently run reports and learn to review/analyze confidential data
• Conduct portions of New Employee Orientation
• Assist with due diligence tasks
• Develop presentations
• Represent TxDOT at recruiting events
• Other more advanced special projects or assignments

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Must be a student in high school or other educational institution or accepted into a college, university or educational institution.

Other Conditions:

• Must be at least 16 years of age
• Employees at least 18 years of age with valid driver's license may be assigned driving duties and may
  
  use power tools.

Competencies:

• Some skill in using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Ability to:
  • Communicate effectively
  • Follow verbal and written instructions
  • Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
  • Protect sensitive and confidential information

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT