Human Resources Generalist 3

Introduction

The State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is accepting applications from agency employees for two Human Resources Generalist 3 positions within the SmART (Small Agency Resource Team) Unit.

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POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• First Shift.
• Monday - Friday.
• Full Time, 40 hours per week.
• Location: 450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford, CT.
• Once training is successfully completed. a hybrid schedule (combination of in-office and telework) will be available based on business needs, in accordance with the Telework Policy.

THE ROLE


The Human Resources Generalist 3's will be working supervisors responsible for supervising, coaching, and developing staff. The selected candidates will be accountable for providing agency support to DAS and/or SmART Agencies, including but not limited to, maintaining the Human Resources Information System, reporting and data analysis, classification/organizational structure consultation, employee relations, performance management, and general state human resources administration.

ABOUT US

DAS provides timely and cost-effective services to state agencies, state employees, municipalities, private industry, and the public. DAS offers a diverse array of programs, encompassing statewide human resources, information technology, fleet vehicle services, building and construction, procurement, grants administration, and beyond.

Selection Plan

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: In order to be considered for this job opening you must be a current State of CT employee of the agency listed above for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service , absent any applicable collective bargaining language, and meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing View email address on click.appcast.io.
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the 'Apply' or 'Apply Online' buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

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• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at

QUESTIONS? WE'RE HERE TO HELP:
Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Brittney Woodley at View email address on click.appcast.io. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Administrative Services this class is deployed at an agency and is accountable for acting as a working supervisor or for performing the most complex human resources duties as an agency business partner.


In a state agency outside of the State's centralized Human Resources structure this class will be accountable for acting as a working supervisor or for performing the most complex human resources and other related duties.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Supervises and provides guidance over the work of lower level business partners;
• Partners with and is accountable for successful relationships with agency leadership to ensure alignment of human resources support with organizational goals and strategies;
• Advises agency leadership on human resources policies and procedures, proper organizational structure and use of appropriate job classifications, talent needs, to include but not limited to advising on the availability and expiration of eligible lists, etc.;
• Partners with and is accountable for successful relationships with DAS service delivery teams and specialized units to appropriately leverage solutions for agency human resources needs;
• Communicates with agency managers, bargaining unit representatives and other interested parties to ensure cooperative relationships;
• Approves agency's classification and position management transactions and ensures proper organizational structure;
• Assists in ensuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Advises employees on matters related to employment, career development, transfer, separation, recruitment, examinations, compensation, employee benefits, and/or retirement benefits;
• Performs job audits, or other fact finding techniques, related to individual job classification and job classification studies;
• Ensures the proper application of the recruitment process, including clearing of mandatory lists, interviewing, selection and on-boarding;
• Oversees or prepares and maintains relevant documentation and records;
• Proactively analyzes data and plans for emerging agency human resources needs;
• Serves as a project team leader on complex human resources projects involving the conduct of best practice research and the development and implementation of new systems, training initiatives, job classification studies and other projects with statewide impact;
• Leads or participates in the recruitment and hiring of staff, including outreach, interview and selection;
• Ensures all records, files and folders are maintained, updated and digitized, where applicable;
• May be accountable for managing human capital and implementing professional development plans that increase employee's skill set;
• May be accountable for independently handling reclassification grievances;
• May administer agency employee assistance program and recommend counseling to employees;
• May assist, coordinate, implement, oversee, and/or provide agency wide training and/or staff development programs;
• May support related agency strategic needs;
• Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of
  • human resources management;
  • relevant state and federal laws, statutes, regulations, policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of
  • employment practices related to civil rights, equal employment opportunity, job classification, recruitment and selection, compensation and benefit programs, pay administration, workers compensation;
  • human resources information systems;
  • labor relations;
• Considerable
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
  • conflict resolution skills;
• Considerable ability to
  • work effectively in a matrixed organization;
  • analyze and balance customer's needs with laws, regulations, policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements;
• Ability to
  • supervise;
  • strategically plan including succession planning;
  • apply innovative solutions to organizational problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE


Eight (8) years of professional experience in human resources management or equal employment opportunity/affirmative action or labor relations management.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the full working level in human resources management or equal employment opportunity/affirmative action or labor relations management.


NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Human Resources Generalist 2, Human Resources Specialist, or Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist 2.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equaling one half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
• A Master's degree in human resources management, labor relations, business administration, public administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) additional year of the General Experience.
• A law degree may be substituted for two (2) additional years of the General Experience.
• For state employees one (1) year as a Human Resources Generalist 2, Human Resources Specialist, or Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist 2 may be substituted for the General and Special Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience delivering and implementing HR solutions to agency leadership.
• Experience with CORE-CT including workforce administration, position management, and composing reports.
• Experience advising agency leadership on HR Policy, including appropriate organizational structure and job classification guidelines.
• Experience conducting training in Human Resources subject matter.
• Experience administering human resources within a unionized environment.
• Experience leading a team or project.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.


ACKNOWLEDGEMENT


As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.