Human Resources Specialist - District 08
Human Resources Specialist - District 08
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08//HRSpec/07.08.25-JCDistrict 08 - Alexandria Human Resources Specialist About this Position: This position serves as the HR Specialist for the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and reports directly to the Region 1 HR District HR Manager. The District HR Unit is comprised of thirty four (34) professional HR positions that are responsible for supporting the twelve (12) District/Maintenance HR office across the state (3000 employees) in all aspects of HR functions. The incumbent of this position serves as the lead worker and liaison for the District 08 HR office. The incumbent of this position is required to possess broad knowledge of the LaGov HCM system and its reporting capabilities Civil Service Rules and regulations DOTD policies and procedures as well as knowledge of federal and state employment laws. The incumbent of this position exercises independent judgement and discretion as well as effective oral and written communication skills. This position requires periodic statewide and/or overnight travel.
While in official capacity DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws rules and regulations as well as DOTD policies procedures manuals and directives.
AN IDEAL CANIDATE SHOULD POSESS THE FOLLLOWING COMPETENCIES:
Communicating Effectively:The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
Displaying Expertise: The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training
Making Accurate Judgments:The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.Minimum Qualifications
- Six years of human resources experience; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of human resources experience; OR
A bachelors degree plus three years of human resources experience; OR
An advanced degree in human resources business administration public administration industrial and organizational psychology organizational behavior or a Juris Doctorate plus two years of human resources experience.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
Designation as a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience. Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
District HR Lead Worker (55%)
Serves as the primary contact for District 08 HR Analysts for all HR matters and acts as a liaison between Headquarters HR and the District for the administration of HR programs. Acts as the lead worker and go-to expert responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all HR functions. Implements and evaluates processes to create efficiencies; reviews personnel action entries to ensure the accuracy/data quality of data entered and supporting documentation; ensures compliance with established laws rules policies and procedures; examines workflow and recommends the redistribution of workload. Acts as a strategic partner for specialized functions of HR including but not limited to recruitment/onboarding staffing payroll/benefits drug/alcohol testing knowledge management and retirement. Provides functional oversight of the District 08 HR office and offers support and professional development to District HR Analysts through formal and informal training/coaching. Keeps abreast of industry changes as well as policy/procedure changes and transfers knowledge through best business practices including the development and maintenance of Standardized Operating Procedures (SOP); completes continuing education as necessary; attends meetings conferences and workshops as required.
Runs reports from LaGov HCM to monitor entries appointments and produce a wide variety of complex statistical reports as requested by the District HR Unit Manager HR Director and/or District Administration. Runs payroll reports biweekly to audit payroll entries; researches and resolves errors identified to ensure accurate coding. Implements strategic plans to achieve set goals; monitors progress results achieved and makes recommendations for adjustments as necessary for continuous improvement. Makes recommendations on the development/revision of policies and procedures. Provides routine updates to HR District Unit Manager and ADA of Business. May assist in the selection process for District HR Analysts and makes recommendations for hire reallocation and permanent status of District HR Analysts.
Policy/ Rule/Regulation Interpretation (20%)
Interprets Civil Service Rules and regulations DOTD policies and procedures as well as knowledge of federal and state employment laws for employees management and applicants. Provides regular and routine assistance for existing employment related policies and processes. Provides recommendations and guidance to District Administrators ADA of Business and HQ HR Management on non-routine matters and/or compliance issues
LaGov HCM Entry/ Operations (20%)
Acts as the liaison and strategic partner assisting with daily HR operations. Collaborates to understand and address ongoing needs; ensures continuity of services during peak seasons and/or due to turnover. May process and implement a full range of personnel related actions to include the entry of appointments reallocations separations transfers etc. in the LaGov HCM system. All transactions must be in compliance with SCS Rules and Regulations Federal and State Laws and internal Department policies and practices. Enters information into the Louisiana Workforce Commissions website for all employees separating from the Department. Creates/maintains employee records as per Department Retention Schedule.
Miscellaneous (5%)
Assists on special projects as assigned. May be required to perform additional duties as necessary including but not limited to emergency and disaster support activities.Position-Specific Details:
** Progressive Premium Pay for hours actually worked**
This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.
Special Entrance Rate (SER) for the Human Resources Specialist is $1821.60 bi-weekly.
0 months to less than 2 years - $1.00/hour
2 years to less than 4 years - $1.50/hour
4 years or greater - $2.00/hour
How To Apply:
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the Application Status link after logging into their account.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Jessamye Charette
Human Resources Manager District Unit
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color religion sex national origin political affiliation disability age or pregnancy and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: Experience:Unclear Seniority
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