-Agency Only- Human Resources Generalist (Public Service Coordinator I) - 0694 - Augusta

HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST

(PUBLIC SERVICE COORDINATOR I)

-AGENCY ONLY-

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Natural Resources Service Center has a professional level Human Resources position available! We are seeking a very detail-oriented candidate who enjoys working in a positive team-based environment. The ideal candidate would possess exceptional customer service skills, work well in a fast-paced environment, and have the ability and desire to multi-task, prioritize workloads and be the go-to person for all things Workers Comp and Family Medical Leave. This position interacts with all our natural resource agencies which include the Dept of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, Dept of Environmental Protection, Dept of Marine Resources and Dept of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for those interested in working with a diverse group of employees from our agencies.

Some duties you are expected to perform include, but are not limited to: 

• Ability to work collaboratively with various managers, supervisors, and employees. 


• Process all Workers Comp claims and reporting for NRSC Departments. 


• Process all Family Medical Leave requests.


• Keep Organizational Charts up to date for our Natural Resources Departments.

The ability to work with a diverse group of individuals (who work a field-based non-traditional workweek), as well as being able to prioritize work effectively, utilize sound communication skills, and work within a team, are essential to the position to ensure effective and efficient delivery of HR services. 

If you have any questions specific to the position , please reach out to Amanda Beckwith at: View email address on jobs.jobcopilot.com

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A combination of directly related education and/or experience demonstrating knowledge of and/or technical human resources work. Preferred skills include: Knowledge and experience with Workers Compensation, Family Medical Leave and organizational design; knowledge and understanding of human resources rules, laws and policies, bargaining contracts, and experience with human resource systems. 

Preference will be given to those applicants who are well spoken, well written, and have the innate desire to better themselves, their team and help all of our departments in the human resources processing of recruitment and other HR functions. 

HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants need to apply online by selecting the "APPLY" button below along with uploading a Cover Letter, and a current Resume. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your Resume includes month and year for any experience listed along with the duties and responsibilities associated with each particular time period. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such. 

If you can't apply online and you require a paper application, please download and print one here: . Paper applications for this posting should be submitted along with a Cover Letter and a current Resume  before the closing date, to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155. Please be sure that the title, and position number, of the job you are applying for is included.

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No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3+ weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. 


• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.


• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about  program requirements . 


• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value). 


• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 18.91% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.


• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. 


• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. 


• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the  Federal Student Aid office . 


• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.


• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive  forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave . Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the  Family and Medical Leave Act .


• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. 


• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the  Office of Employee Health and Wellness . 

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. 

If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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