HR GENERALIST (HR Officer II)

State of Maryland; Baltimore (MD); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Human Resources Generalist at a forward-thinking state agency. This role focuses on full lifecycle recruitment, ensuring that the best talent is hired efficiently. You will collaborate with hiring managers, develop recruitment strategies, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. The position offers a hybrid telework schedule, allowing for flexibility while contributing to important HR functions. If you are passionate about human resources and making a positive impact in public service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Free mass transit

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Health coverage

Pension plan

Qualifications

• 6+ years of HR experience, including recruitment and selection.
• Proficiency in JobAps and Workday systems is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct full lifecycle recruitment and talent acquisition activities.
• Consult with managers on recruitment processes and strategies.

Skills

Recruitment and Selection

Employee Relations

Job Analysis

Test Development and Validation

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field

Graduate Credit Hours in HR

Tools

JobAps

Workday

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!

GRADE

16

LOCATION OF POSITION

Office of Human Resources 301 W. Preston Street Baltimore, MD 21201 This position is eligible for a hybrid telework schedule.

Main Purpose of Job

This position functions as a Human Resources Generalist working primarily in the Recruitment & Selection / Talent Acquisition area for DGS’ Office of Human Resources. This position is primarily responsible for conducting full-lifecycle recruitment from vacancy to hire, to enable the agency to fill vacancies promptly and efficiently with the best talent. In addition, this position is responsible for serving as a liaison between division/unit managers, HR management and the Department of Budget & Management in various HR functional areas, and working as a generalist to assist on HR projects and work in other HR functional areas as needed.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties for this position include but are not limited to:

1. Independently conducts full lifecycle recruitment and talent acquisition activities, including working with hiring managers on needs for vacant positions; reviewing and developing recruitment selection plans; preparing job announcements and posting positions; reviewing applications for minimum qualifications; and providing hiring managers with qualified candidates for interviews.
2. Acts as a consultant to DGS managers and supervisors on the recruitment, selection and interview processes, including prioritizing recruitments, maintaining position control, updating vacancy reports, and finalizing selections.
3. Researches available labor pools/sources and develops recruitment strategies to achieve DGS’ recruitment and employment goals.
4. Recommends salary offers to HR management, prepares offer letters and makes job offers to selected candidates.
5. Communicates with candidates throughout the stages of the recruitment and selection process.
6. Ensures selection and hiring processes are conducted legally and in compliance with all State and Federal laws and regulations.
7. Utilizes the JobAps applicant tracking system to conduct recruitment activities. The incumbent will be expected to become fully proficient in the use of this system.
8. Conducts job analysis, test development and validation, which may include written tests, qualification supplements, oral exams, and/or ratings of training and experience, scoring of exams and assessments, interpreting results, and making recommendations for use of results.
9. Develops recruitment strategies and performs outreach/recruitment activities to attract qualified and interested applicants to DGS positions by attending job fairs, college internship fairs, and other similar functions to represent DGS and encourage candidates to apply for positions.

Other HR Functions:

1. May assist with the Learning & Development area to help monitor employee compliance with training requirements, and assist with coordinating learning and development activities and training sessions.
2. Serves as a point of contact in HR for classification and compensation processes, working as a liaison with DBM’s Classification Unit on reclassification requests. Provides information to managers/supervisors and employees on classification processes, answering questions as needed, and keeps all involved parties updated on open projects.
3. Process employee transactions in the Workday personnel system. These transactions include new hire entries, compensation updates/changes, employee separations, and any additional transactions as needed. The incumbent will be expected to become fully proficient in the use of this system.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Six years and six months of experience, two years and six months of professional HR experience involving recruitment and employment services, classification and compensation, employee relations, test development and validation job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, HR program evaluation, or HR policy formulation and an additional four years of professional HR management work experience in the areas of recruitment and selection, classification, salary administration, employee relations, test development and validation or as a generalist.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute paraprofessional personnel work experience on a year-for-year basis for up to four years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years and six months of professional HR experience involving recruitment and employment services, classification and compensation, employee relations, test development and validation, job analysis, job evaluation, salary administration, HR program evaluation, or HR policy formulation for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute the possession of thirty graduate credit hours from an accredited college or university in the fields of HR/personnel administration, human resources management, business administration, public administration, statistics, tests and measurements, psychology or a related field for up to six years of the required experience.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in human resources management classifications or human resources management specialty codes in the human resources management field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Strong preference will be given to applicants that possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding the qualifications.

1. Professional HR experience involving full lifecycle recruitment functions is strongly preferred.
2. Experience using the State's JobAps and Workday systems is strongly preferred.
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Gmail).
4. Professional HR experience involving recruitment job analysis, test development and validation, and creating and administering candidate assessments.
5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION

This recruitment is limited to current Maryland State government employees only.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Employees in this classification are required to obtain certification in State Personnel Management System policies and procedures and in the functionality of the Statewide Personnel System from the Office of Personnel Services and Benefits, Maryland Department of Budget and Management within six months from the time of appointment to the position. Employees are also required to obtain recertification every six months thereafter.
2. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please include all experience and education that is related to this position. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application. Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position. You may submit your transcript as part of the application process. The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED. The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended. The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews. Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification. Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired. You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a generous benefits package that includes:

• Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify
• Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions
• Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis
• Generous paid leave that increases with years of service
• Paid holidays
• Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs
• Employee & employer contributory pension plan

Click on the link below for more information. STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact [e-mail] or call 410-767-4986 with questions about this recruitment. The online application process is STRONGLY preferred. Apply online at www.dgs.maryland.gov – click on Employment on the left side of the screen. If you are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper application to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD 21201 by the closing date and time. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay. As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.