Human Resources Specialist 2 -00059811

$61,164 - $61,164/Yr

Georgia Department Of Human Services

Full-time - Entry Level

About the position

The Human Resources Specialist 2 position at the Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) involves providing analysis, research, and technical expertise in various human resources disciplines. This role supports the agency's mission to strengthen Georgia by ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, analyzing organizational data, and assisting with projects that significantly impact the agency. The position is located in Atlanta, GA, and offers opportunities for professional development and a flexible work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes organizational, occupational, and industrial data to facilitate organizational functions.
• Applies analytical and professional expertise to one or more human resources disciplines.
• Maintains a thorough knowledge of current human resources policies and procedures.
• Provides technical assistance in area(s) of expertise to team members and other departmental staff.
• Consults with or serves as technical liaison between business, industry, and government officials.
• Ensures organizational compliance with federal and state laws, including reporting requirements.
• Conducts interviews and surveys to collect position, organizational, and occupational information.
• Participates in meetings or presentations and assists with communication materials preparation.
• Researches and prepares data for occupational classifications, position descriptions, and salary scales.
• Effectively communicates recommendations based on research findings.
• Prepares regularly scheduled and ad hoc reports for organizational management.
• Monitors practices to ensure compliance with legal requirements and best practices.
• Analyzes data and trends to enhance operational processes.
• Provides weekly updates to supervisor regarding assignments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of related experience in human resources, or one year at the lower level HR Spec 1 or equivalent.

Nice-to-haves

• Compensation and classification work experience in a corporate or governmental environment.
• Experience implementing data management using PeopleSoft.
• Knowledge of social service careers.
• Experience interpreting Fair Labor Standards Act regulations.
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) or Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification.
• Exceptional written and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule
• Employee retirement plan
• 401(k) plan
• 457 plan
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Long/short-term care insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee discount programs
• Telework opportunities depending on the position