Human Resources A, B, C, or Specialist (Administration)

Office of Administration Human Resource Division

The Office of Administration (OAD) provides accounting budgeting procurement IT data management program analysis strategic planning and human resources functions for the entire department. It also includes the NRTA which administers financial security programs and trust funds supporting responsible resource development and site restoration. The office aims to modernize systems enforce internal controls and support a skilled workforce.

The Human Resources (HR) Division provides a complete catalog of human resources services to the offices and employees of the Department of Conservation & Energy (C&E).

The Human Resources Analyst A B C or Specialist provides services for the entire employee life cycle including employee administration personnel actions training payroll benefits and classification and pay. They also serve as a liaison with the Department of State Civil Service (SCS) Office of Group Benefits (OGB) Office of State Uniform Payroll (OSUP) and the Louisiana Employees Retirement System (LASERS).

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills experience and competencies:

• Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
• Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
• Managing Resources: The ability to ensure resources such as time money and people are utilized appropriately to result in maximum business value.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question analyze interpret and evaluate information to form a conclusion.
• Demonstrating Initiative: The ability to assess information and take action independently to help the organization achieve its goals.
• Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to comply with policies and procedures of the organization as well as State Civil Service rules and all applicable federal and state laws.
• Solving Problems: The ability to discover solutions to problems.
• Thinking Strategically: The ability to generate insights and identify opportunities for future growth of the organization.

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

This Human Resources Analyst A B C or Specialist position is located in the Human Resources Division within the Office of Administration in Baton Rouge LA. This position independently performs advanced and highly specialized duties providing one-stop-shop human resources services to their assigned office(s). Additionally the incumbent must have in-depth knowledge of SCS rules DENR policies and procedures the rules and procedures governing all types of payroll deductions etc.

Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Serves as the dedicated benefits and payroll subject matter expert for assigned personnel area(s) to support employees timekeepers and management.
• Performs all aspects of benefit administration including entry into LaGov HCM and eEnrollment for the following programs: LASERS all OGB health insurance programs Deferred Compensation miscellaneous insurance vendors flexible benefits plants etc.
• Serves as the dedicated classification compensation and organizational management subject matter expert to support management and leadership within assigned personnel area(s).
• Interprets Civil Service rules and regulations and DNR policies and procedures related to classification compensation and organizational management.
• Serves as the dedicated recruitment and onboarding subject matter expert to support management and leadership within assigned personnel area(s) in their recruitment and retention efforts workforce planning and onboarding.
• Serves as the Continuous Performance Management (CPM) coordinator for assigned personnel area(s) to provide guidance and support to managers for an effective CPM.
• Serves as the retirement liaison between LASERS and OGB.
• Assist HR Supervisor and/or Manager with preparation of items to be submitted to State Civil Service for approval by the State Civil Service Commission.
• Performs all other duties and special projects as assigned by the Human Resources Supervisor and/or Manager.

POSITION-SPECIFIC DETAILS:

Appointment Type: Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Human Resources Analyst A B C or Specialist.

Work Schedule: Work hours are flexible.

Compensation: A Special Entrance Rate (SER) is offered to qualified applicants. The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How to Apply:

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.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Human Resources

Department of Conservation & Energy

PO Box 94396

Baton Rouge LA 70804-9396

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