Human Resources Generalist 1

Human Resources Generalist 1

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Division of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking a highly organized and motivated professional to join our Human Resources Team as a Human Resources Generalist 1, operating within a fast-paced office environment, the core focus of this role centers on incentive programs, financial calculations, compliance auditing and supporting department-wide personnel operations. Due to the highly sensitive data handled, the successful candidate must exercise strict confidentiality regarding all employee information at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Incentive Program Support: Administer a highly complex and specialized pay plan and incentive program for the Division of Corrections and Rehabilitation (DCR), and other agencies, that fall under the Department of Homeland Security umbrella.
• Financial Calculations: Process precise pay and incentive calculations related to these specialized plans.
• Compliance Auditing: Perform regular, detailed audits of the various plans to ensure absolute compliance with all established guidelines.
• Personnel Operations: Support day-to-day administrative HR processes, offer daily direction and support to HR Managers and personnel throughout all department facilities.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications.
• Highly skilled in using spreadsheets, both designing and tracking.
• Strong mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Basic understanding of human resources and personnel principles.
• Highly motivated with the readiness to learn how to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Possession of a valid driver's license.

Background & Screening Requirements Applicants will be subject to a comprehensive background investigation and criminal history records check to determine suitability for the position. This screening includes:

• An extensive inquiry into job-related information, criminal records, past employment history, and education or training credentials.
• Strict Compliance: Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false or incomplete information, or the subsequent discovery of disqualifying background details will result in the immediate denial or termination of employment, regardless of when that information is discovered.

Minimum Qualifications

Training: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Substitution: Candidates may substitute related experience for the required education at the rate of one (1) year of experience for thirty (30) semester hours of education. Experience: Two (2) years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid professional human resources, payroll, bookkeeping or accounting experience. Substitution: Graduate coursework from a regionally accredited college or university may substitute for the required experience at the rate of one (1) year of experience for fifteen (15) semester hours of education. Note: A valid driver's license may be required.