Human Resources – City of Heath, TX

HR

HUMAN RESOURCES

Contact HR COORDINATOR

KRISTI SMITH

ksmith@heathtx.com

Ph: 972-961-4884 | Fax: 972-961-4935

Hours

8:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday
Excluding Public Holidays

200 Laurence Drive, Heath, Texas 75032

The City’s Human Resources (HR) department’s primary objective is to ensure the effective utilization, development, and engagement of employees while upholding compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations. The overarching goal is to attract, retain, and develop a skilled and motivated workforce that can contribute to the overall success and mission of the city, while fostering a positive and inclusive work culture.

The City of Heath is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Heath is an affluent community that is considered a preferred employer of choice. Human Resources mission is to serve our citizens by attracting and retaining a highly skilled and diversified workforce.

The City offers an exceptional professional environment where a beautiful lakeside setting and friendly hometown atmosphere make coming to work each day a joy.

A strong sense of community pride is demonstrated as City leaders and staff work together to achieve a common vision for preserving the high quality of life enjoyed by Heath residents.

This commitment to maintaining a premier residential community is embraced by more than 50 City employees who demonstrate dedication, integrity, professionalism, a can-do attitude and strong work ethic on a daily basis.

POSITIONS OPEN

Visit the City’s job portal to see the current open positions available.

VISIT THE JOB OPPORTUNITIES PORTAL

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS OVERVIEW

INSURANCE

Health Insurance – United Healthcare Choice Plus Network

PPO plan
High Deductible plans (one option is no cost to the employee for employee only coverage)
– Employer Contribution to HSA accounts

Dental Insurance- Cigna Dental Choice Network (Employer paid for employee only coverage)

Vision Insurance- Superior Vision National Network (Employee paid)

Life/AD&D insurance- One America

$50,000 provided by the City
Optional voluntary coverage available

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) One America
Provided at no cost to the employee

Long Term Disability- One America
Provided at no cost to the employee

LONGEVITY/RETIREMENT/OTHER

TMRS Retirement System

Vesting at 5 years
Employee 7 %
City Match 2 to 1 ratio

Longevity Pay
$6 per month for every month employed by the City

Additional Voluntary Benefits

ICMA-RC 457 retirement plan-(No City contributions)
Legal/ID Shield

VACATION/SICK TIME

Vacation Accrual

0-1 year 10 days
1-10 years 17 days
10-15 years 20 days
15+ years 25 days

Sick Time Accrual
15 days per year

Holidays
13 Holidays per year

EMPLOYEE FAQ’S

How do I apply for employment?

You can apply for open positions by visiting our current job opportunities website and submitting an online application.

Can I leave anything blank on my application?

The information on the application is needed to process qualified applicants. Incomplete applications may be disqualified.

Can I submit a resume instead of completing the online job application?

No, we do not accept electronic resumes without an application. You can add a resume to an application if you wish, but you should always complete the application as if there were no resume attached.

What is the Application Review Process?

Applications are reviewed by the Human Resources department to ensure that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications of the job. Once it is determined that you meet the minimum qualifications, your application will be available to the hiring department for their review. The hiring department will then contact applicants whose background, experience, and education most closely match the needs of the department at that time.

How do I know if I am qualified for the job?

Each current position opening has a detailed description of the minimum qualifications relating to the position. Read minimum qualifications carefully to discern that your qualifications are a close match.

Do I have to take a drug test to become an employee of the City of Heath?

Yes. All applicants must successfully complete and pass a drug-screening test, a criminal credit background check and a pre-employment physical prior to any job offer being final.

How can I check on the status of my application?

To check on the status of your application, please visit GovernmentJobs.com and sign in to your account. Click on your name at the top right-hand corner of the screen and click on “Applications” to view the status of each application submitted. You may also contact Human Resources at ksmith@heathtx.com

I am having problems with my application or my GovernmentJobs.com account. Who do I contact?

For assistance with your GovernmentJobs.com account, please contact our vendor, NEOGOV, at 855-524-5627.

What will happen if I’m selected for the position?

The hiring department will notify you that you have been selected for the position and that a representative from the Human Resources department will be in contact regarding pre-employment processes.

I do not see the job that I’m interested in today. Does the City have more career opportunities?

You can only apply for positions that are currently open and posted; however, you are encouraged to fill out a job interest card. This feature provides you with the opportunity to select job categories that interest you, and you will receive an email notification when a job in one of your selected categories is available.

Are all employees eligible for benefits?

All benefits are available to eligible full-time employees and a limited number of benefits are available to part-time employees. There are no benefits for temporary employees.

How long do I have to work for the City before I am able to retire?

The City of Heath is part of the Texas Municipal Retirement System. Employees become vested for retirement after five years. Employees may retire after five years and at least 60 years of age, or after 20 years of service at any age.

Does the City participate in Social Security and Medicare?

Yes, the City participates in Social Security and Medicare.