INTRODUCTION:
Columbus, Indiana, population 50,000 is well known for its architectural innovation, community collaborations, engaged public, and high quality of life. The City is a regional center for financial services, health care, employment, entertainment, and shopping. For more information about our community visit our visitor center website at www.experiencecolumbus.com or the City’s website at www.columbus.in.gov.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
The City of Columbus offers a competitive benefits package to all full time employees. This includes a comprehensive health insurance plan that begins on the first day of employment, with no waiting period. The Columbus City Utilities (CCU) department offers an employer-funded 403 (b) defined pension and employees vest in five years- a great pension for retirement. The City also provides each employee with $50,000 in life insurance along with short term and long-term disability plans that are 100% paid for, by the City. Immediately Eligible For Health Insurance/Benefits on First Day of Hire! The City of Columbus also offers a free health/wellness Clinic, the EHP Clinic at NexusPark, offers primary care to employees and dependents on the City health plan, which includes basic pharmacy medications in stock at no cost to employees/dependents on the plan if ordered through the Clinic, and no cost labs ordered and drawn at the Clinic. The City offers a Flex/125 plan for qualifying employees. The City contributes funds to an HSA (Health Savings Account) if the HDHP is chosen. The City purchases short-term and long-term disability insurance and life insurance for employees at no cost to them, and offers the option of additional life insurance. The City offers the option of a 457(b) Deferred Compensation account. The City also offers all employees professional development support.
BENEFITS OF EMPLOYMENT WITH THE CITY OF COLUMBUS:
The City of Columbus offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees which includes:
- Two (2) medical plan options (including RX (prescription) coverage);
- Vision and dental plans options;
- Health savings account, which includes bi-annual City contribution for employees who choose High Deductible Health Care Plan option;
- Flexible health spending account – medical, dependent, and limited options;
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account option;
- Fully-funded defined pension plan through the State of Indiana (PERF) (Utilities employees have a different 403(b) plan- also fully funded by the department and also a defined pension);
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies (Fire & Police have different leave policies) covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
- 80 hours of paid vacation leave after one year;
- 16 hours of paid personal leave available yearly;
- 48 hours of paid sick leave which can accrue/carry-over;
- 15 paid holidays, 17 on election years;
- City paid life insurance, with the option to buy more life insurance for yourself, spouse, or children
- City paid Long-term Disability insurance (non-sworn);
- City paid Short-term Disability insurance (non-sworn);
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits;
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
POSITION SUMMARY:
Assists and backups the Business office Supervisor with billing customer accounts as well as assists CCU with payroll data entry. This position will also be responsible for effectively assisting the City Human Resources Department in general HR processes such as coordinating onboarding/off-boarding and life-event processes, policy compliance and personnel issues consistent with established city procedures.
ESSENTIAL (PRIMARY) DUTIES:
- Assist with billing process
- Assist with payroll process
- Assist HR with new onboarding employees.
- Assist employees with benefits enrollment and coordinating with HR regarding exiting/retiring/separating employees, as well as coordinating with HR on life events
- Assist CCU employees with policy compliance and personnel issues.
- Assist with other HR processes and tasks as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to sit at a desk in the Main Office for most of the day. Must be able to use a keyboard, computer and answer a telephone as needed. Fluency in English is a necessity, to work with the majority of Utility clients. Ability to be trained in Language Line and ability to work with diverse customers of all backgrounds including customers with limited English proficiency and persons with disabilities, consistent with Title VI requirements is a requirement.
Education:
The ideal candidate will have an associate degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business management, or human resource management, or equivalent experience. Computer experience is a necessity; competence in Excel and the ability to become expert in Excel is a necessity, as Tyler MUNIS, used for billing, financials, and Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) is Excel-based. Prior work experience in a billing position is a plus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Job Location: Employee performs duties in a modern business office environment at the main office of Columbus City Utilities (CCU) with no unusual physical demands and works closely with Utility customers, supervisors, managers, and office staff. Employee will provide customer service in an environment where customers can at times be upset about their bill or loss of service and must remain professional and make attempts to de-escalate situations.
Safety Equipment: N/A
Licenses or Certifications:
Must have a valid Indiana Driver’s License and maintain it at all times.
RESIDENCY:
Must reside in Bartholomew County or adjoining county within six (6) months of employment.
Drug/Alcohol Testing: The City is a Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace, consistent with federal requirements for local government. All candidates for this position must pass a drug/alcohol test after an offer is made, prior to beginning work, in addition to a fitness for duty exam as part of the City’s background requirements.
Note: This description is intended to describe the type of and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person, and employees at the city may be given other assignments at will.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
M/F/D/V
*all potential applicants are encouraged to apply, and if you need an accommodation or help to apply online, please call 812.376.2570 to make an appointment or email humanresources@ columbus.in.gov
Pay: $18.66 - $27.99 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
