Human Resources Analyst

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 81,189 - 99,231; Full time

Job summary

A state department is seeking a Human Resource Analyst to handle diverse HR functions including personnel actions, employee records, and benefit programs. This role requires candidates to have three years of HR experience or six years in any field, with skills in decision-making and policy compliance. The position may be filled as a probational appointment or a promotion. Interested applicants must demonstrate a commitment to equity and accessibility in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years in human resources or six years in any field.
• Capacity to follow and enforce laws and policies.
• Ability to assess options and make sound, accurate decisions.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR contact for personnel and payroll actions.
• Maintain employee records and verify employment data.
• Support supervisors with employee relations and evaluations.
• Assist with recruitment activities and compliance.
• Provide support for employee benefits programs.

Skills

Communicating Effectively

Following Policies & Procedures

Making Accurate Judgements

Education

Three years of human resources experience

Six years of full-time experience in any field

30 semester hours from accredited college substitutes for one year of experience (max 120 hours)

Job description

At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

The Human Resource Analyst position is responsible for performing specialized duties of all facets of Human Resources for specified DOTD offices. While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with all applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

AN IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
• Following Policies & Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with applicable laws, rules and policies.
• Making Accurate Judgements: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of human resources experience; OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:

Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

The job duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the level at which the incumbent is hired. The job duties and responsibilities listed below are for the Human Resources Analyst C position and represent the duties and responsibilities that the incumbent will be expected to fulfill at the end of the training series.

Job Duties:

• Serves as the primary HR contact for the District, processing personnel and payroll actions such as hires, promotions, position changes, and separations, ensuring accuracy and compliance in LaGov HCM and related systems.
• Maintains employee records and verifies employment data including pay, leave accrual, benefits, and organizational assignments; researches and resolves discrepancies in accordance with Civil Service rules and applicable laws.
• Provides support for employee benefits programs, guiding staff through new hire enrollment, annual enrollment, qualifying life events, and retirement options.
• Supports supervisors and managers with performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, ADA accommodations, and other employee relations matters.
• Assists with recruitment activities by posting vacancy announcements, responding to applicant inquiries, reviewing materials for compliance, and providing workforce reports and HR support to leadership.

Position‑Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency‑wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.

Career Progression: This position is in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is being posted at the following levels: Human Resources Analyst A, Human Resources Analyst B or Human Resources Analyst C. The maximum salary for the Human Resources Analyst C is $90,210.00. Please refer to the ‘Job Specifications’ tab located at the top of the LA Careers ‘Current Job Opportunities’ page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.

Compensation: Below is the starting biweekly rate for each level.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp