Human Resources Associate (part time)

The Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is currently recruiting for a Human Resources Associate position.  This is a part time, 68 hour bi-weekly schedule working Monday to Friday, with every other Monday off.

DMV is looking for pro active candidates with outstanding customer service and interpersonal skills, who can provide operational managers and supervisors with guidance and support through strong relationships. This position will primarily be providing support for branch operations by performing investigative functions and some recruitment duties. This position will also process personnel transactions. This position may require travel.

Please ensure that your application is complete and that you have included a resume within the "Resume Tab" of your application. 

*New State Employees start at minimum salary range.

This position offers a pension plan, the State Employees Retirement System Tier IV. It also offers excellent health benefits along with additional supplemental benefits.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Shabina Bhura at shabina.bhura@ct.gov or (860) 263-5268.

In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. You must specify your qualifications on your application. 

Applicants are required to submit a resume on the resume tab with their application.

Please ensure that your application is complete.  You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State of Connecticut.  Candidates who submit an untimely, incomplete or inaccurate application will not be considered for this employment opportunity.  

Note: At any point during the recruitment process, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation which support their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: a cover letter, performance reviews, attendance, supervisory references, college transcripts, licensure, etc., at the discretion of the hiring agency.  

Based on anticipated response it is likely all qualified candidates will not be interviewed for this position.

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, we are unable to provide confirmation of receipt or status during the recruitment process. Updates will be provided through your JobAps portal account. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.  

This position will be filled in accordance with reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

In a state agency human resources office this class is accountable for performing professional duties relating to human resources management.

Prepares and maintains human resource records; researches organization and position functions; participates in recruitment, orientation and promotion process; interviews, evaluates, and recommends applicants for employment; maintains applicant job banks and other records related to recruitment and selection; assists agency supervisory staff by monitoring working test periods; counsels and advises employees on matters related to employment, career development, transfer, separation, recruitment, employee benefits, and/or retirement benefits; conducts or participates in job audits; researches and composes requests for position action; analyzes and recommends changes to class specifications; calculates longevity and salary adjustments; coordinates performance evaluation process; assists in training operations; conducts turnover analysis; may participate in collective bargaining, grievance procedures, and contract administration; may assist in the implementation of equal opportunity programs; may participate in the preparation of multiple payrolls; performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public human resources administration; basic knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; basic knowledge of employee and labor relations principles and practices; basic knowledge of equal opportunity principles and requirements; basic knowledge of payroll procedures and operations; oral and written communication skills; interpersonal skills; ability to apply human resource principles and procedures in the areas of recruitment, selection, classification, compensation, payroll and benefits administration; ability to analyze problems quickly and determine effective solutions; ability to read and interpret laws, regulations, policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements; ability to serve as an effective business partner; some ability to design and deliver formal and informal training.

Six (6) years professional experience in human resources management, payroll or equal employment assurance.

1. College training may be substituted for the General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of four (4) years for a Bachelor's degree.
2. A Master's degree in public administration, human resources management, labor relations, industrial/organizational psychology or closely related field or a law degree may be substituted for one (l) additional year of the General Experience.
3. For State employees, four (4) years as a Human Resources Assistant may be substituted for the General Experience.

• Exceptional writing skills;

• Experience conducting investigations;

• Labor relations knowledge and experience;

• General knowledge of and experience in Human Resources and /or Payroll areas.

Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in public administration, human resources management, labor relations, industrial/organizational psychology, business management, or other closely related field.  

1. Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
   
2. Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.