HR Office Support at Milwaukee County

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Office Support

Department of Human Resources

Full-time, Hourly

Hourly Range: $18.95 - $24.43

Posting will close on June 13th 2026, or upon the first 50 applicants.

Job Summary

The HR Office Support position maintains the daily on-site operation of the Human Resources Front Desk and serves as the first point of contact for visitors to the Human Resources Office.

Job Responsibilities

• Front Desk Reception - Manage and maintain the Human Resources Front Desk during the department’s operating hours ensuring the area is well orgainzed and operates effectively. Greet, assist, and direct all in-person visitors. Answer all incoming phone calls, emails, and faxes, connecting them to the appropriate department or individual they are seeking. Receive and sort all physical mail that is delievered to the Human Resources Department. Maintain and update the department’s in-office mailboxes as needed.
• Invoice Processing – Receive incoming invoices, create check requests, submit the check requests for approval, and send the approved file to Accounts Payable for on-time payment.
• Upkeep of the HR Office – Organize, maintain, and restock the HR supply storage area. Create, post, and maintain materials in the HR Display Cases outside of the HR Office as well as the digital sign inside the HR Office.
• I-9 Management - Complete Section 2 of the I-9 form for employees who visit the Human Resources Department during operating hours.

Required Education, License/Certification, and Experience

• Must be a current resident of Wisconsin
• High School diploma or GED
• At least one (1) year of professional work experience in an Office Administration role and/or a Human Resources role
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Lift, carry, push, and pull 10 lbs.; knowledge of front office operations; ability to multitask; strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; intermediate to advanced computer skills; ability to interact harmoniously with all HR department visitors and employees.

NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.

APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION

Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.