Human Resource Assistant 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Human Resource Assistant 2 to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to make a real impact on services for employees within correctional institutions. You will be responsible for managing SAP data related to attendance, payroll, and leave, while also assisting in talent acquisition efforts. With a supportive work environment and the potential for part-time telework after a probationary period, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their human resource career. If you have a passion for helping others and problem-solving, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Human Resource Assistant 1 or equivalent.
• Clerical experience with a focus on human resource tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain SAP data related to employee attendance and payroll.
• Assist with talent acquisition and coordinate modified duty assignments.

Skills

Problem-solving

Data entry

Coordination

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience in Human Resources

Tools

SAP

Job description

Do you enjoy working with people and have excellent problem-solving skills? If you are interested in making an impact on services provided for Commonwealth employees, consider joining the Department of Corrections (DOC) Human Resource Office (HRO) as a Human Resource Assistant 2. This position gives you the opportunity to utilize your unique skillset to support a variety of human resource functions within State Correction Institution (SCI) Forest and SCI Pine Grove. Make your career aspirations a reality with our dynamic team of professionals!

As a Human Resources Assistant 2, you will be functioning as the onsite time advisor for SCI Pine Grove. Responsibilities include reviewing, maintaining, inputting, and adjusting SAP data relating to employee attendance, leave, work schedules, and payroll. Work involves entering data, reviewing documentation, and coordinating processes with supervisors and analysts for employee medical and worker’s compensation accommodations. You will also have the opportunity to assist with talent acquisition for both institutions. Additional responsibilities include coordinating modified duty assignments; notifying appropriate staff and employees on return to work status; as well as acting as Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) liaison.

Start a new chapter in your human resource career with DOC Human Resource Office!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week, upon successful completion of a 6-month probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to SCI Pine Grove.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Human Resource Assistant 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of clerical or other comparable experience and one year of beginning level paraprofessional human resource or equal opportunity work; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [e-mail].

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
• your score may be lower than deserved.
• you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.