Human Resources Manager - Appeals Court

• →Manage the talent acquisition process, including recruiting, interview scheduling, hiring facilitation, and onboarding/offboarding.
• →Assist in data input for Human Resource/Compensation Management System (HR/CMS).
• →Administer employee benefits, leave programs, unemployment claims, workers’ compensation, and accommodation processes in coordination with the Court Administrator, Administrative staff, and Trial Court HR, when necessary.
• →Coordinate the employee performance review process and provide support to managers throughout the review cycle.
• →Serve as a resource to employees regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, payroll, and general employment-related questions.
• →Maintain and update Appeals Court Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual.
• →Support court culture initiatives, employee engagement activities, employee recognition programs, and court events.
• →Coordinate Human Resources administrative activities and support.
• →Assist in resolving employee concerns and workplace issues while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• →Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding court policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• →Maintain employee records (i.e. personnel records), data, organization charts, and job descriptions, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• →Assist with the administration and communication of court policies and procedures and help ensure consistent application across the organization.
• →Maintain employment records and Human Resources practices in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• →Conduct HR-related research and assist in evaluating the effectiveness of HR programs, policies, and procedures.
• →Recommend improvements to HR policies, programs, and processes to enhance employee experience and organizational effectiveness.
• →Prepare reports and analyze HR-related data to support business and workforce decisions.
• →Coordinate employee training, development, and onboarding activities.
• →Maintain knowledge of employment law, regulatory changes, and Human Resources best practices.
• →Assist the Administrative Office with the process of payroll and maintain payroll records, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
• →Liaise with the Trial Court Human Resources Department on all Human Resources issues, when necessary.
• →Serves as ADA Coordinator for the Massachusetts Appeals Court.
• →Perform other duties as assigned, including covering duties of Administrative Office staff, when necessary. 

Demonstrated working knowledge of federal and state Workers' Compensation laws ADA, FMLA, PFML, FLSA, COBRA, and related employment regulations.

Experience managing employee accommodations, return to work processes, and interactive discussions.

Strong analytical and case management skills, with the ability to evaluate medical documentation and coordinate with third party administrators.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively and professionally with people at all levels, including judges, and to maintain effective working relationships;

Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise good judgment, and handle sensitive situations with professionalism.

Ability to generate and analyze data reports.

Ability to understand and administer policies and procedures of the Massachusetts Appeals Court.

Well-developed writing skills to regularly draft business correspondence and to present project information clearly and concisely.

An ability and commitment to observing the strict confidentiality of sensitive information maintained by the Appeals Court.

Ability to multi-task and manage a variety of assignments at once.

Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and develop workarounds for issues that require timely resolution.

Ability to maintain accurate records.

Ability to work independently and with an attention to detail.

Ability to develop and comfortably and effectively present at training seminars.

SPECIAL NOTES

• Court employees are not permitted to engage in the practice of law.
• Employees of the Massachusetts courts are required to be Massachusetts residents.
• This is a full-time position and is eligible to participate in the Court’s remote work policy.
• The position includes a generous State benefit package including a defined benefit pension plan, subject to vesting. Information about the Court's benefit page is available at https://www.mass.gov/guides/trial-court-employee-benefits
• Employment is contingent upon passage of a criminal record check for all new hires.

• This position is a non-union, management position.

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