HR Management & Payroll Specialist

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 46,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS is seeking an HR Management Specialist to oversee human resources activities in the DOC Human Resources unit in Oklahoma City. The role covers classification, payroll administration, recruitment, benefits, and policy interpretation in a non‑negotiable salary setup.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent HR experience, with potential progression across Level I–III responsibilities including analysis, wage surveys, and agency personnel actions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or four years of technical HR experience or an equivalent combination (Level I).
• Bachelor’s degree plus one year professional HR experience or Master’s degree in HR/related field or four years technical HR experience plus one year professional HR experience (Level II).
• Bachelor’s degree plus two years professional HR experience; or Master’s degree plus one year; or equivalent combination; experience in job analysis, wage/benefits administration, or payroll is desired (Level III).

Responsibilities

• Perform HR management, payroll administration, and application of HR laws and policies.
• Complete classification studies, job audits, and develop job descriptions and organization charts.
• Conduct wage and salary surveys and recommend salary changes.
• Administer payrolls and benefits programs per applicable laws and agency rules.
• Collect data on personnel selection and interview applicants; assist with recruitment outreach.
• Assist with grievance processes and counsel employees on procedures.
• Process personnel transactions and ensure compliance with rules on appointments and promotions.
• Advise on personnel actions and maintain employee records.

Skills

HR policies

Payroll administration

Job classification

Recruitment

Employee benefits

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in HR/PA/IO psychology

Job description

131 DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS is seeking an HR Management Specialist to oversee human resources activities in the DOC Human Resources unit in Oklahoma City. The role covers classification, payroll administration, recruitment, benefits, and policy interpretation in a non‑negotiable salary setup.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent HR experience, with potential progression across Level I–III responsibilities including analysis, wage surveys, and agency personnel actions.