HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

State of Louisiana - Jackson, LA

Full-time - Entry Level

Jackson, LA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Human Resources Specialist position at the Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System involves performing specialized tasks in the maintenance of human resources functions. This role is crucial for supporting the HR department in managing various HR programs, ensuring compliance with policies, and providing guidance to management and employees. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, project management, critical thinking, and adaptability skills, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a technical specialist over assigned HR programs.
• Assist in the development of performance indicators and implementation of the strategic plan.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of assigned program areas and recommend necessary changes.
• Conduct detailed salary surveys and analyze data to determine problem areas.
• Prepare documentation of findings for submission to Civil Service.
• Advise supervisors and managers on disciplinary actions and procedural details.
• Investigate complaints of discrimination or sexual harassment and recommend resolutions.
• Coordinate recruiting, selection, and placement activities for the agency.
• Develop long- and short-range goals for training programs and evaluate their effectiveness.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree plus three years of professional level human resources experience.
• Six years of full-time work experience in any field may substitute for the required degree.
• A Master's degree in relevant fields can substitute for one year of required experience.
• Certification by SHRM as a Professional in Human Resources can substitute for one year of required experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in payroll management.
• Possession of a valid Senior Professional in Human Resources certification.

Benefits

• Special Entrance Rate (SER) Pay
• Facility Longevity starting at $1.00
• No Civil Service test score required for consideration