Human Resources Management Specialist

$38,328 - $510,008/Yr

Bct Greater Austin And The State Of Oklahoma

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

About the position

The Human Resources Management Specialist position at the State of Oklahoma involves a comprehensive range of responsibilities related to the management of human resources within the Department of Corrections. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with various laws, rules, and standards that govern personnel and payroll administration. The specialist will engage in a variety of human resources management activities, which may include specialized areas such as compensation, classification, recruiting, grievance management, personnel selection, employee benefits, and employee transactions. Depending on the size and organization of the unit or agency, the specialist may be responsible for several or all of these areas. In this role, the specialist will perform essential functions such as interpreting and applying rules, laws, and policies related to human resources management. They will conduct classification studies and job audits to identify employee duties and responsibilities, develop job descriptions and specifications, and determine appropriate classifications for positions. The specialist will also conduct wage and salary surveys, prepare recommendations for salary changes, and administer payroll processing while ensuring compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and managing employee benefits programs. Additionally, the specialist will be involved in recruiting activities, preparing job announcements, interviewing applicants, and providing job counseling. They will administer the agency's grievance program, ensuring employees are informed about grievance procedures and conducting necessary research and investigations. The role requires maintaining accurate employee personnel records and advising agency personnel on various personnel-related issues. The position may also involve a degree of independence in completing work assignments and making decisions regarding human resources management activities, particularly at higher levels of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Manage human resources activities and personnel actions.
• Interpret and apply rules, laws, and policies related to human resources management.
• Conduct classification studies and job audits to identify employee duties and responsibilities.
• Develop job descriptions, job specifications, and organization charts.
• Conduct wage and salary surveys and prepare recommendations for salary changes.
• Administer payroll processing and employee benefits programs.
• Conduct centralized recruiting activities and prepare job announcements.
• Interview applicants and evaluate application forms.
• Administer the agency grievance program and counsel employees on grievance procedures.
• Prepare and process employee personnel transactions and ensure compliance with applicable laws.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Industrial & Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
• At least one year of professional experience in human resources management for Level II.
• Knowledge of human resources management policies and procedures.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Experience in job analysis, position classification, wage/salary and benefits administration, civil rights administration, recruitment, or payroll administration.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in Human Resources, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Public Administration, Sociology, Psychology, or a closely related degree.
• Experience in specialized areas of human resources management such as compensation or grievance management.

Benefits

• Full-time employment with a competitive salary range.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Comprehensive health insurance options.
• Retirement savings plan options.