HR OFFICER I

Introduction

The Maryland Department of Labor is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates for a HR Officer I within the Office of Administration. As a member of the Office of Administration team, you can build a fulfilling career while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including medical and dental coverage, paid time off (vacation and sick leave), participation in the State pension plan, supplemental retirement options, and membership in the Maryland State Employees Credit Union.\r\n\r\n\r\nA resume may be attached as supplemental information; however, only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process.\r\n\r\n

GRADE

STD0015\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

100 South Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21201\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to perform the professional duties of a Human Resource Officer I, which include classification, compensation, and recruitment. The incumbent performs job anaylses and evaluations, condicts desk audits, write position study memos, and confers with and advises LABOR line staff, supervisors, and administrators in classification and compensation matters. The incumbent will also perform in HR management functional areas such as recruitment, employment services, interviews, and create employment selection rating tools.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Performs a monthly review with program management and/or staff to discuss all vacancies and document the plans for vacancies noting any upcoming classification reviews, recruitment plans, reorganizations, etc.\r\n Analyze and evaluates position requests for reclassification in all occupational classification series by utilizing class files, histories, prior studies and consult with personnel professionals to make classification determinations.\r\n Reviews all terminations from Workday System entered by another employee to ensure the information is accurately reflected to account for resignations, retirements, or transfers to other departments.�\r\n Create JobAps recruitment requisitions and planner/position announcements for HR partner/DBM review and approval.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Six years of experience, two years of professional HR experience involving recruitment and employment services,�classification and compensation, employee relations, test�development and validation, job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, HR program evaluation, or HR policy formulation and an additional four years of professional HR management work experience in the areas of recruitment and selection, classification, salary administration, employer relations, test development and validation or as a generalist.\r\nNotes:\r\n1. Candidates may substitute paraprofessional personnel work�experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the�required experience.� Paraprofessional personnel work is defined as work involving the application of public sector personnel procedures, policies, rules and�regulations to�specific employment actions.� Appropriate paraprofessional personnel experience includes responsibility for activities�such as: preparing and maintaining employment records, calculating salaries, applying personnel related rules and policies, preparing personnel-related reports, conducting employee orientation and counseling employees regarding�benefits and obligations and responding to inquiries�concerning employment procedures.\r\n2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's�degree from an accredited college or university and two years of professional HR experience involving recruitment�and employment services, classification and compensation,�employee relations, test development and validation, job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, HR program evaluation, or HR policy formulation for the required�experience.\r\n3.�Candidates may substitute the possession of thirty graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in the fields of HR/personnel administration, human resources management, business administration, public administration, statistics, tests and measurements, psychology or a related field for the required experience.\r\n4.�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in human resources management classifications or human resources management specialty codes in the human resources management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.\r\n

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered.�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r\nTwo years of experience working in JobAps\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r\nExperience using Microsoft Excel for daily spreadsheet tracking\r\nExperience processing hires in Workday�\r\nExperience with COMAR laws and regulations\r\n

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

Limited to current State of Maryland government employees only\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1.�Employees in this classification are required to obtain certification in State Personnel Management System policies and procedures and in the functionality of the Statewide Personnel System from the Office of Personnel Services and Benefits, Maryland Department of Budget and Management within six months from the time of appointment to the position.� Employees are also required to obtain recertification every six months thereafter.\r\n2.�Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle.� Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division of Unemployment Insurance (LABOR/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to LABOR/DUI as a result of unemployment overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an impact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure that you provide enough information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. Unfortunately, we won't consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be ranked as best qualified, better qualified, or qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.\r\nPlease note: A resume may be attached as supplemental information; however, only the information provided in the application will be reviewed and considered in the evaluation process.\r\nAll information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certificate, etc.), must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be considered.\r\nFor positions that require a bachelor's/master's degree, etc.:\r\nEducational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review service. This evaluation must be submitted before hire. For further information, you may call International Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-3897 or (202) 331-2925.\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination for this recruitment will be an evaluation and rating of the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is essential that the application is filled out completely and accurately, listing all relevant education and experience, addressing the specific qualifications shown above and submitting any required documentation (diploma, transcript, certification, license, etc.). Please include clear, detailed and specific information on your application regarding experience qualifications related to the minimum qualifications, desired, and/or selective qualifications of the position.\r\nThe assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

\r\n\r\nThe online application is STRONGLY preferred. However, if you are unable to apply online, or having difficulty with your login or password, please contact DBM's Helpdesk directly at (410) 767-4850 (8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily, except for holidays and weekends). After business hours, please submit an email request to Application.Help@maryland.gov. If you encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation, you may submit via mail or deliver in person. Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely processing.\r\nWe thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply. If you are seeking veteran's preference, please submit a copy of your DD-214.\r\nThe paper application must be received by 5 pm, close of business, on the closing date for the recruitment, no postmarks will be accepted. Incorrect application forms will not be accepted.\r\nPLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION\r\nCompleted applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:��\r\n�\r\nMaryland Department of Labor/ Office of Administration\r\nAttn: Tenisha Tunstall 26-004915-0010\r\n100 S. Charles Street, 5th- Floor\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201��\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor additional information, please contact Tenisha Tunstall at 410-767-2772 or via email Tenisha.Tunstall2@maryland.gov\r\nThe MD State Application Form can be found online��\r\nMaryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of LABOR that all persons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status.\r\n\r\n\r\n