Human Resources Administrator

Open to the State of Delaware Merit Employees Only

Recruitment #100317-MACB09-380100

Summary Statement

This is human resources management work at the administrative level responsible for planning, directing, implementing and administering two or more human resource functions at the state policy level or all human resource functions for a major department with both significant union/contract administration/labor relations functions and 24 hour/7day facilities/operations. Positions at this level report to an administrative superior.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
  • Interprets, explains and applies applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
     
  • Develops and recommends policies and procedures consistent with merit system laws, rules, regulations, priorities, objectives and new federal mandates. 
     
  • Develops and implements programs to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, the policies of the Office of Management and Budget and to meet operational needs of human resource functions.
     
  • Collects, analyzes and evaluates data from a variety of sources and presents/communicates information effectively.
     
  • Identifies and analyzes inquiries/problems/needs/issues, assesses their impact and generates and evaluates alternatives.
     
  • Provides recommendations, guidance and direction to management for the purpose of understanding, meeting organizational and operational goals and objectives and identifying/resolving problems/needs. 
     
  • Implements human resource functions, policies, procedures, systems and plans.
     
  • Provides representation at meetings, hearing, contract negotiations, presentations, proceedings and committees. 
     
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, requirements, guidelines, contract agreements and budgets. 
     
  • Conducts projects and studies.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Human Resources Administrator
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

  1. Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Psychology, Sociology, Behavioral Science, Political Science or related field OR possession of a SPHR, PHR, IPMA-CP, IPMA-CS or equivalent professional human resource certification OR for current State employees, the Office of Management and Budget Human Resource Certification.
  2. Three years experience in human resource administration which includes planning, organizing, coordinating and implementing the overall human resource operations in an organization for at least one functional area such as Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Benefits, Job Classification, Compensation Analysis, Pension, Recruitment, Selection or EEO/AA. 
  3. Three years experience in policy administration which includes planning, developing, implementing and evaluating policies and procedures.
  4. Three years experience in establishing goals, objectives and priorities in accordance with an organizations overall mission.
  5. Six months experience in operations management which includes planning, directing, coordinating, controlling and evaluating operations typically through subordinate supervisors.

Additional Posting Information

Merit Only: Current State of Delaware employees in a position covered by the Merit System and who have completed their initial probationary period.

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check:  A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.  The State of Delaware – An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.