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Salary: See Position Description
Location : GSCC - East Broad - 1001 East Broad Street, Gadsden, AL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 08155
College/Division: GSCC-603020-Human Resources
Opening Date: 07/01/2026
Closing Date: 7/15/2026 4:00 PM Central
Campus Location: Gadsden State Community College
Position Summary
The Human Resources Assistant I will assist with the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Office including recruitment, processing new employee paperwork and onboarding, system updates, preparing various correspondence, and performing a variety of tasks related to the human resources function.
Direct Supervisory Responsibility: NO
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
*Assist in the recruitment and selection process which may include scheduling of skills testing and interviews, background checks, collecting and preparing related correspondence and documents such as employment verifications, transcripts, and other forms as requested
* Greet HR visitors and answer calls, respond to inquiries by phone and in writing
* Administer support staff pre-employment and reclassification testing
* Assist in organizing and managing new employee orientation, onboarding, and training processes and programs
* Process employee paperwork and entry into Banner, NeoEd, and other systems
* Set up and maintain personnel files; maintain the security and confidentiality of all employment information, files, and documents
* Prepare letters of appointment and tracking for part-time, adjunct and full-time employees
* Sort, scan, and file correspondence and other documents according to established codes of records management
* Work closely with payroll office staff to ensure timely and accurate information processing
* Assist in development and preparation of reports and documents using MSOffice, Excel, Word, NeoEd, and Argos reporting software
* Prepare letters, memorandums, and other correspondence as needed ? Maintain the organizational chart
* Input departmental purchase orders, ordering office supplies and equipment
*Assist with events related to Human Resources
*Enhance professional knowledge and skills through professional development and continuing education
*Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System and the College.
*Assist all other positions within the department and special projects as assigned ? Perform other related duties as assigned
Note: The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, FLSA status, or grade.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two (2) years of postsecondary education with a minimum of 15 semester hours in human resources or a business-related area required
• Associate's degree preferred
• Two (2) years of full-time clerical or office-related work experience required
• Experience working in human resources preferred. Experience working with Banner or other similar ERP computer system preferred

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Friendly personality; enthusiastic, positive attitude; evidence of trustworthiness and ethical conduct; effective human relations skills; strong work ethic
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy of work; ability to multi-task and handle various situations in a professional manner; establish priorities and use critical thinking skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in interpreting and applying policies and procedures
• Ability to establish and maintain effective contacts with students, other employees, and the public
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and office information
• Ability to keyboard at 40 correct (net) words a minute for 3 minutes
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of MS Office merge functions, graphs and formulas, and database experience (Computer Level II Exam)
• Working knowledge of office procedures; general office procedures, GSCC procedures, composition, machine transcription, and records management (Office Procedures Level II Exam)
• Exhibit initiative to pursue and learn additional tasks as needed

Application Procedures/Additional Information
PROJECTED STARTING DATE:
August 2026
SALARY: Salary Schedule E3, 04 ($39,759 - $57,251) Based on the 2025-2026 ACCS Salary Schedules. Salary may be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED FULL-TIME directly related experience that is stated on the initial job application and resume. Be sure all experience is stated on the application!
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
July 15, 2026- 4:00 P.M.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
ONLY COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKAGES WILL BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT. Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c) current resume; and (d) copies of transcripts of post-secondary education. Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.
More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms
IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).
Salary Calculation: For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all full-time work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other full-time work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this full-time work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.
Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College's official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.
Please Note: •
ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. • When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement.
All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:
NEOGOV Customer Service:
Monday-Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST
(855) 524-5627
Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense. Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.
Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify.
Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.
8 hours per month
(may accumulate an unlimited number)
Annual Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.
0-4 years 8 hours per month
5-9 years 10 hours per month
10-14 years 12 hours per month
15-19 years 14 hours per month
20+ 16 hours per month
(may accumulate up to 480 hours)
Personal Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.
Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.
(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)
Professional Leave
Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.
Holidays
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday
National Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Day after Thanksgiving Day
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
16 (5 locally assigned)
Contracted Work Days
260
Retirement
The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers' Retirement System of Alabama.
Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Law Enforcement Officers:
Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)
Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)
Health Insurance
PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit
Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

*Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.
Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.
Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the section to learn how you and/or your spouse can rece...