Human Resources Technician I

COO - OPS - Institutions Operations

HR Technician I (S)

Salary Range: $33,902 - $59,327

The position is located at Hyde Correctional Institution in Swan Quarter, NC. This position provides relevant human resources and customer service to employees and public to provide information in response to HR questions. Process, verify and maintain standard HR documents such as pre-employment materials, change of status forms; prepare and maintain relevant HR documentation, forms and records; gather information for review and analysis by others related to HR transactions.

Key Duties Included:

• Leave Administration: Manage the end-to-end collection, processing, and submission of FMLA and ADA documentation.
• Benefits & Retirement: Coordinate annual open enrollment and facilitate employee retirement processing and offboarding.
• Records Management: Maintain compliant, accurate, and up-to-date physical and digital personnel files.
• HR Reporting: Generate and audit weekly and monthly metrics to ensure data accuracy and timely delivery.
• Payroll Support: Investigate and resolve employee inquiries regarding compensation, deductions, and payroll discrepancies.
• Talent Acquisition: Coordinate and execute quarterly job fairs and community hiring events to support recruiting efforts.
• LOA & Reinstatement Package Processing: Initiate and package diverse LOA requests (FMLA, Extended Illness, Paid Parental Leave [PPL], Family Illness Leave [FIL], and Military Leave) by securing federal compliance documents (e.g., WH380-E, WH380-F).

Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Documented experience applying HR policy and procedures.
• Documented knowledge using Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Workday and/or other software programs.

The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health Insurance options
• Retirement Plans
• NC Flex Supplemental Benefits
• Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Visit the State Benefits website for additional information.

The Division of Institutions manages the daily operations of all state-operated prison facilities across North Carolina. Facilities are categorized by custody levels (minimum, medium, close) and house individuals serving sentences for felony convictions. The division provides safety, security, and rehabilitative services through trained custody staff, program facilitators, and administrative personnel.

The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (NCDAC) uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.

Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:

• Complete education history (including high school)
• Full work experience details
• Certificates and licenses, if applicable
• Education must be from appropriately accredited institutions.
• Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.
• Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check and drug screen.

If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.

The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at

Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD - 256 or NGB - 22, along with the state application.

The NCDAC must adhere to the US Department of Justice Final Rule on the "National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape." Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NCDAC: PREA Hiring and Promotion Prohibitions

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate's degree, typically in Human Resources from an appropriately accredited institution or relevant field and no years of experience required; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and 2 years of progressive experience in Human Resources.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter: Vickie Denise Shaw

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