STATE OF CONNECTICUT EXECUTIVE BRANCH JOBS

Human Resources Associate

Recruitment #190215-6163MP-001

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH) is currently recruiting for a Human Resources Associate.  This position will report to the Principal HR Specialist, and is accountable for performing professional duties relating to human resources management including agency-wide functions such as FMLA, workers’ compensation, ADA, or processing CORE actions.  This position also performs as a human resources generalist supporting assigned Branches of the Department of Public Health including providing guidance to employees, managers and supervisors in handling a variety of situations such as classification, performance management, and assisting with recruitment, employee and labor relations.

Should you have questions pertaining to this recruitment, please contact Sue Ciccaglione at sue.ciccaglione@ct.gov or (860) 509-7183.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

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

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

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, SKILL AND ABILITY

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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

  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.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience using CORE-CT or a similar HR information system to process HR actions, analyze data, and produce reports;
• Experience using MS Word, Outlook, and Excel to produce documents, analyze data, and communicate outcomes to customers;
• Experience serving as a human resources generalist providing customer service to management, supervisors and employees, as well as external customers;
• Experience administering HR functions such as FMLA, or Workers' Compensation and ADA;
• Experience interpreting laws, policies, or contracts, and applying human resources principles and best practices.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  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.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Department of Public Health aims to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and advancement, fostering an environment committed to supporting individuals in all protected classes.  If you require an aid/accommodation to participate fully and fairly, please contact the Human Resources Office at (860) 509-7177.