Agency Human Resources Assistant - Central Office

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Leave accrual (10 hours monthly)

Uniforms provided

Training provided

Direct deposit

Job summary

Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking an Administrative Support Assistant (SOSA) to provide essential HR and office support within a corrections environment. The role involves processing applications, verifications, and compliance tasks under general supervision, contributing to efficient departmental operations.

Qualifications include 1+ year SOSA experience or 4+ years of office experience with a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

• One or more years as an Administrative Support Assistant (SOSA) with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency OR Four or more years of office experience, and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Exercise independent judgment and decision making while performing duties under general supervision.
• Review employment applications to determine eligibility qualifications in accordance with agency and the Office of Administration’s requirements.
• Process Employment Verifications for current and former department employees.
• Track departmental compliance of the I-9 process and the associated federal regulations.
• Establish security access to HR and personnel related systems for worksite personnel staff, ensuring appropriate security protocols are followed.
• Draft/distribute personnel letters associated with PAF (Position Action Form) processes.
• Audit annual and cyclical compensatory leave payouts for accuracy and compliance.
• Performing other related work as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they're good neighbors.

We offer great benefits!

Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program. The Missouri Department of Corrections is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

• Exercise independent judgment and decision making while performing duties under general supervision.
• Perform a variety of Human Resources functions requiring specialized knowledge and expertise, including but not limited to:
• Review employment applications to determine eligibility qualifications in accordance with agency and the Office of Administration’s requirements.
• Process Employment Verifications for current and former department employees.
• Track departmental compliance of the I-9 process and the associated federal regulations.
• Establish security access to HR and personnel related systems for worksite personnel staff, ensuring appropriate security protocols are followed.
• Draft/distribute personnel letters associated with PAF (Position Action Form) processes.
• Audit annual and cyclical compensatory leave payouts for accuracy and compliance.
• Performing other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

One or more years as an Administrative Support Assistant (SOSA) with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System; and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency OR

Four or more years of office experience, and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency

(Earned credit hours from an accredited college or university may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the general experience at a rate of 30 earned credit hours for one year)

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.

Contingent upon your position, you may also be eligible to receive:

• A $2.00 per hour shift differential if you are assigned to a shift that begins on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am and are employed at a 24/7 congregate care facility (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center).
• A $0.75 per hour medium security or $1.50 maximum security differential if you work full-time at a qualifying facility.
• A $1.00 per hour restrictive housing differential if you are assigned a regular post within a restrict housing/segregation unit at any facility.

The Department of Corrections currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of continuous service up to 20 years! If you are transferring from another State of Missouri agency and are receiving state retention pay, please be advised that the Missouri Department of Corrections administers retention based upon your retention anniversary date. As a result, your retention pay upon transfer may differ from what you were receiving at your previous agency until you reach your applicable retention anniversary date.

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

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