HR Technician II

HR Technician II (S)The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.The Human Resources Technician II assists the Division HR Manager in the daily administration of Human Resources activities for the Divisions of Coastal Management and the Division of Marine Fisheries. Primary job functions include but are not limited to:Recruitment processes – preparing job announcements, screening, and referring qualified applicants in the State's job posting system.Supplemental staff management – serve as divisions liaison between the division supervisor and Temporary Solutions agency contact for all supplemental employment needs, including recruitment, onboarding, bi-weekly invoice reconciliation, and separation activities.Onboarding and staff changes – process and track all onboarding and staffing changes, including conducting new hire orientations, I-9 Forms in E-Verify, and maintain necessary paper and electronic files, etc.Process personnel actions in the State's Human Resource Information System (HRIS) to include new hires, separations, retirements, transfers, promotions, salary adjustments, etc.Perform various administrative tasks to include serving as divisions timekeeper, processing reports in the State's HRIS, preparing correspondence and HR documents for various HR actions.Provide policy and procedure information to division staff related to benefits, state, department, and division policies such as performance management, open enrollment, service award program, wellness initiatives, etc.Assist staff with benefit and retirement inquiries.Recruitment Range: $37,377 - $52,500This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.Minimum Education and Experience: Associate's degree, typically in Human Resources or relevant field from an appropriately accredited institution and 1 year of experience required; or 2 years of progressive experience in Human Resources; or equivalent combination or education and experience.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.