2291-11 Personnel Officer

Provides staffing and personnel administration services in support of an organisation's human resources policies and programs.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• conducts analyses to determine staffing needs
• arranges for advertising of vacancies, interviewing and testing of applicants, and selection of staff
• provides advice and information to management on personnel policies and procedures, staff performance and disciplinary matters
• assists in the planning and provision of staff services, such as canteens, recreational facilities and amenities
• maintains personnel records and associated human resource information systems
• analyses and prepares job descriptions
• arranges the induction of staff and provides information on conditions of service, salaries and promotional opportunities
• may counsel employees and discuss their individual grievances, problems and difficulties
• may assist in the development and implementation of equal opportunity, anti-discrimination and similar programs
• may assist in the organisation of safety programs and procedures
• may supervise personnel clerks

Specialisations:
Workforce Planning Analyst