State Human Resource Analyst I

DelDOT; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DelDOT is hiring for a limited term entry-level State Human Resource Analyst in Dover, Delaware. In this role, you will support the management and implementation of pension benefits, conducting essential HR functions with close supervision.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree or one year of professional HR experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and will engage in technical guidance, research, and analysis of human resource functions.

Qualifications

• Experience in human resources administration and compliance with laws.
• Ability to analyze and evaluate human resource inquiries and practices.
• Strong communication skills across diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical guidance on human resource policies.
• Analyze requests and make compliant determinations.
• Conduct research and present findings on human resource issues.

Skills

Technical guidance

Policy interpretation

Research and analysis

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Professional human resource certification

Job description

Summary Statement

This is a limited term entry level State Human Resource Analyst position in the Office of Pensions. This position supports the development, management and implementation of the pension benefits and limited term project sections. Employees at this level perform routine work under close supervision and gain technical expertise in how the assigned human resource function is administered through State government.

Essential Functions

Professional human resource work is characterized by the application of human resource theories, principles and models to support the administration of human resource functions; as well as the use of knowledge, discretion, consultation and independent judgment in applying and/or interpreting human resource laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures to address a variety of human resource activities, challenges, issues and assignments. Work often involves review, evaluation, consultation, and recommendations of specific courses of action to be taken, through collaboration with employees, supervisors, managers, and others, and in compliance with human resource laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.

• Provides technical guidance, policy and procedure interpretation, eligibility determination, consultation and recommendations to employees, applicants, management, human resource staff, vendors, or others in the assigned human resource function(s).
• Interprets, explains and ensures compliance with state and federal laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
• Analyzes and evaluates requests, inquiries, challenges or practices; makes determinations and defines solutions, options and alternative action as appropriate that ensure equity and/or appropriate and consistent interpretation of laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.
• Anticipates broad implications of actions/recommendations and defends recommendations and decisions.
• Conducts research which includes collecting, analyzing and interpreting a variety of data and reports from multiple sources, obtaining and clarifying information, verifying accuracy and troubleshooting discrepancies, reviewing precedents and past decisions, and presenting findings.
• Conducts special reviews, studies and/or projects and presents findings.
• Prepares and analyzes a variety of statistical and narrative reports and may calculate and report on data.
• Uses automated information systems and computer software to research, review, evaluate, and report on human resource data; and may perform quality reviews of data in systems.
• Participates in meetings, conference calls and/or presentations.
• May develop job aids, forms, or communications for area of expertise.
• May research, design, facilitate and/or evaluate effectiveness of service delivery; and may contact outside parties such as vendors, contractors or other entities to gather data and resolve inquiries or issues.
• Communicates and interacts effectively with people across cultures, ranges of ability, genders, ethnicities, ages, and races.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Job Requirements

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas.

1. Applicants must possess at least one of the following:
   • Possession of a Bachelors degree or higher.
   • One year of professional human resource experience.
   • Two years’ experience in performing paraprofessional or administrative support work for a human resource function. A Statewide Human Resource Certification or professional human resource certification may substitute for one year of experience.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hires Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.

Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling [phone] or by visiting delawarerelay.com.

If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call [phone] or email [e-mail].

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.