HR Specialist/Generalist

State of Nebraska

Oct 30, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid Level
Government & Politics
People, HR & Administration
Lincoln

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: two years of coursework or training in personnel management, business administration, public administration or office/administrative or three years of related experience.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of: personnel practices, procedures and terminology; the goals and requirements of record maintenance and confidentiality; federal personnel/ employment laws; standard personnel, payroll, benefits, and related budgeting practices, forms, and requirements; standard employee/job safety and health practices; general labor/employee management relations requirements and practices.
Ability to: interact with others under stressful situations to address their problems; communicate the supervisor and agency employees, government officials, and the public to exchange technical information and explain available courses of action; perform basic arithmetic; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in various formats; use judgment to apply broader aspects of established practices and procedures to workplace issues; use standard office equipment, personal computers, software applications, printers, and related office equipment; exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity to handle situations involving evaluation of information; coordinate and assess the effectiveness of personnel functions such as payroll, recruitment, benefits, insurance, retirement, and workers compensation activities; coordinate the investigation of grievances, disciplinary actions, employee complaints, inquiries, and the reporting of findings to supervisors and managers; interpret diverse personnel/employment policies, rules, and laws; perform mid-level analysis with discretion in determining and referencing such inquiries to established criteria to define consequences and develop alternatives; learn State employment statutes, personnel rules, and labor contracts; learn the personnel programs and practices, and structure and functions, of the employing agency.

Responsibilities

Answers questions and explains laws, State Personnel rules, labor contracts, employing agency’s personnel policies and procedures, and terms of State health insurance, leave, and other benefits to employees and supervisors; writes memos on personnel matters and drafts; and revises the employing agency’s personnel policies.
Coordinates the payroll and benefits programs, functions, or processes (which include workers compensation, unemployment insurance, and safety-health activities) to ensure compliance with State Personnel rules, labor-management agreements and contracts, and administrative procedures.
Coordinates the employing agency’s employee performance evaluation programs, functions, or processes; distributes evaluation forms on line and instructions to supervisors; explains procedures and answers questions; meets with agency supervisors and employees to resolve differences of opinion.
Collects information on, identifies causes of, and offers suggestions on disposition of grievances and disciplinary actions; explains the employing agency’s grievance and disciplinary procedures to agency supervisors and employees; assists senior management or other personnel officials of the employing agency in preparation of grievance/disciplinary responses.
Instructs employees on personnel/employment laws, and State Personnel rules, labor contracts, with technical direction and final interpretation from higher-level employing agency, State Employee Relations, State Personnel, or legal officials. Topics can include labor relations, employee conflicts or personal problems, salary administration, working conditions, and record keeping discrepancies.
Monitors or oversees the employing agency’s equal employment opportunity and diversity programs, functions, processes, and activities including record keeping and report preparation.
Obtains, reviews, and processes job descriptions for potential actions; discusses actions with supervisors and managers to ensure compliance with labor-management agreements and contracts and state personnel rules; explains classification policies and procedures to employees; coordinates classification and compensation activities.
Coordinates various employee/personnel related activities such as employee contribution/fund drive campaigns, and employee recognition award events.
Represents the employing agency at various personnel and other conferences, task force meetings, and informational seminars.

FAQs

What is the hiring rate for the HR Specialist/Generalist position?

The hiring rate for this position is $21.053 per hour.

When does the application period close for this job?

Applications for this position will no longer be accepted after November 13, 2024.

Is the Department of Revenue able to sponsor non-immigrant work visas for this position?

No, the Department does not sponsor non-immigrant work visas for this position.

What qualifications are required for this job?

The minimum qualifications include two years of coursework or training in personnel management, business administration, public administration, or three years of related experience.

What responsibilities will I have as an HR Specialist/Generalist?

Responsibilities include counseling employees on leave and accommodation issues, coordinating payroll and benefits programs, handling employee performance evaluations, resolving grievances, and monitoring equal employment opportunity programs, among others.

What knowledge and skills are necessary for this position?

Required knowledge includes personnel practices, federal employment laws, payroll and benefits practices, and labor relations. Skills necessary include the ability to communicate effectively, perform analysis, and use judgment to address workplace issues.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the position offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive and dynamic team environment.

What benefits are offered with the position?

A comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities is offered to help employees get the most out of their career and life.

How should current State of Nebraska employees apply for this position?

Current employees should not apply through the external career site but should access the Workday Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from their home landing page.

Is there support for applicants needing accommodations during the selection process?

Yes, applicants needing accommodation in the selection process should request it in advance by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office.

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The word Nebraska is from the Oto Indian word “Nebrathka” meaning “flat water.” The pioneers who settled Nebraska in the late 1800s deserve much of the credit for transforming the state from a land considered unfit for cultivation to an agricultural oasis. Today Nebraska ranks among the leading states in many agricultural production categories.