Human Resources Management Specialist III/ HRMS II

State of Oklahoma; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Oklahoma Department of Public Safety is seeking a dependable Human Resources Management Specialist III to support recruitment, onboarding, and HR processes. You will manage employee records, coordinate HR activities, and advise leadership on policies and deadlines to ensure compliance and timely completion of tasks.

This full-time, regular position offers comprehensive benefits and state-level employment considerations.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HR management principles, policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Experience with personnel records management, recruitment and hiring practices, and professional business communication.
• Ability to interpret and apply HR policies, work independently, manage priorities, and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, customer service, and follow-through skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee information and personnel records within HR systems and tracking systems.
• Coordinate and support recruitment, selection, hiring, onboarding, and other HR activities.
• Monitor HR actions from initiation through completion, ensuring deadlines and documentation are met.
• Provide guidance to agency leadership, supervisors, and employees on HR policies and processes.
• Maintain documentation and support compliance throughout the employee life cycle.
• Independently manage assigned HR programs and responsibilities with sound judgment.

Job description

Job Posting Title

Human Resources Management Specialist III/ HRMS II

Agency

585 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Supervisory Organization

Dept. of Public Safety

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Annual Base Salary:

• Level II - $56,400.00


• Level III -$60,400.00

Benefits

State employees with DPS enjoy a minimum of 15 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays each year and a comprehensive Benefit Package including a generous benefit allowance to offset the cost of insurance premiums for employees and their eligible dependents.

Job Description

The Oklahoma Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a dependable, service-minded professional to join our team as a Human Resources Management Specialist III DPS. Employees support the agency’s mission of protecting the public and serving the people of Oklahoma. The successful candidate will work collaboratively, communicate clearly, and carry out their responsibilities with accuracy, professionalism, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee information and personnel records within HR systems and other applicable tracking systems.


• Coordinate and support recruitment, selection, hiring, onboarding, and other employment-related activities.


• Monitor assigned personnel actions and HR processes from initiation through completion, ensuring required deadlines and documentation are met.


• Provide guidance to agency leadership, supervisors, and employees regarding established HR policies, procedures, and processes.


• Maintain appropriate documentation and support compliance throughout the employee life cycle.


• Independently manage assigned HR programs, processes, and responsibilities while exercising sound judgment and appropriate discretion.


• Communicate effectively and timely with internal and external partners regarding HR processes, requirements, deadlines, and next steps.


• Assist with special projects, HR initiatives, reporting, and other advanced-level human resources activities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of human resources management principles, policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal laws, rules, and standards.


• Knowledge of personnel records management, recruitment and hiring practices, and professional business communication.


• Ability to interpret and consistently apply HR policies and procedures; exercise sound judgment and perform work independently; manage multiple priorities and deadlines; maintain accuracy and confidentiality; communicate effectively with employees, applicants, supervisors, and leadership; and establish and maintain effective working relationships.


• Must demonstrate strong organizational, problem-solving, customer service, and follow-through skills.

Education And Experience

Level II - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a bachelor’s degree plus one year of professional experience in human resources management; or a master’s degree in human resources or a closely related degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Level III - Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of bachelor’s degree plus two years of professional experience in human resources management; or a master’s degree in human resources or a closely related degree plus one year of professional experience in human resources management; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Relevant human resources management experience should include professional level responsibilities in recruitment, personnel administration, classification, compensation, benefits, and/or payroll administration.

Special Requirements

The Department of Public Safety has determined that this is a safety sensitive position as defined by63 O.S.

• 427.8.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.