Employment Specialist

North-Carolina-Department-of-Correction; North Carolina; In loco; USD 34.000 - 59.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

North Carolina Department of Adult Correction is seeking an Employment Specialist I (S) to coordinate recruitment and pre-employment screening for certified positions in prisons and community supervision. The role involves working with ATS and HR systems to ensure accurate data, generating HR reports, and maintaining essential DCI certification.

Located in Valdese, NC, this full-time position offers state benefits and opportunities within the Division of Human Resources.

Competenze

• Associate’s degree in Human Resources or related field and no years of experience required; or a high school/GED diploma with 2 years HR experience.
• Experience with HR systems: Workday, ATS, EMS, and related databases for tracking applicants.
• Background checks and DCI checks experience preferred.

Mansioni

• Perform background reviews and pre-employment screening for Correctional Officer applicants.
• Enter applicant data accurately into the ATS database and maintain rosters.
• Generate reports in HR/Payroll systems to verify prior state service.
• Work with applicants to ensure qualified candidates are available for interviews.
• Maintain certification as a DCI Operator and complete recertification as required.

Formazione

Associate’s degree in Human Resources

High school Diploma or GED

2 years progressive HR experience

Strumenti

Workday

ATS

EMS

DCIN

Indicium

Smartsheet

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

AgencyAdult CorrectionDivisionHuman ResourcesJob Classification TitleHR Technician I (S)Position Number60089737GradeNC05About UsThe NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters!Description of WorkThis Employment Specialist position is located at the Western Foothills Regional Employment Office (WFREO) in Valdese, NC (Burke County). This position's primary responsibility is to provide recruitment and pre-employment screening for prospective applicants for certified positions in Prisons and Community Supervision work locations within the assigned service area.Job duties for this position include:- Performing background reviews and screening of Correctional Officer applicants in accordance with qualification guidelines and Criminal Justice Standards requirements- Ensuring that applicant information is entered correctly into the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) database- Working directly with Correctional Officer applicants to ensure that applicant rosters contain a sufficient number of qualified candidates to contact for interviews- Generating reports in the HR/Payroll system to verify prior service with State Government- Using internal databases: ATS, EMS, the OSC Integrated HR-Payroll System (formerly known as Beacon), DCIN, Workday, Indicium, Smartsheet, Microsoft Office, and other applications and software to perform job duties- Maintaining certification as a DCI Operator: attending and successfully completing DCI certification and recertification as necessary to meet certification requirements.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Grade Range: $33,902 - $59,327Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required.Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:Experience working with databases to track job applicant and job position information such as Workday, Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Employee Management System (EMS), or similar databasesExperience with an HR/Payroll System to review and/or research employee data and create reports preferably the OSC Integrated HR/Payroll System (formerly known as Beacon)Experience working with background checks or DCI checksThis posting will close at 11:59 PM the night before the end date.About The Division of Human Resources:The Division of Human Resources provides support and strategic direction for personnel operations within the Department of Adult Correction. This includes recruitment, compensation, classification, employee relations, policy development, benefits, and organizational development. HR ensures compliance with state and federal laws and works to enhance employee engagement and workplace culture.State Benefits Information:The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including:Health Insurance optionsRetirement PlansNCFlex Supplemental BenefitsPaid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service LeavePaid Parental LeaveSupplemental Application Information:Application ProcessNCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State application. Applications must include:Complete education history (including high school)Full work experience detailsCertificates and licenses, if applicableEducation must be from appropriately accredited institutions.Information provided must support responses to supplemental questions. Incomplete applications may impact screening and salary determination.If multiple applications are submitted, only the most recent application received before the closing date will be considered.Education Equivalency VerificationThe State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources (OSHR) uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at https://www.naces.org/members .Veterans’ and National Guard PreferenceApplicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.PREA RequirementThe NC Dept. of Adult Correction must adhere to the US Dept. of Justice Final Rule on the \"National Standards to Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Prison Rape.\" Click this link for information on hiring and promotion prohibition requirements for all positions in the NC Dept. of Adult Correction: PREA Hiring and Promotion ProhibitionsADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), NCDAC is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Associate’s degree, typically in Human Resources from an appropriately accredited institution or relevant field and no years of experience required;orHigh school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and 2 years of progressive experience in Human Resources.EEO StatementT he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Gabriel Michael EarleyEmail:[e-mail]