Temporary (DNR)- Human Resources Technician.

State of Colorado

Denver (CO)

On-site

USD 24,000 - 28,000

Part time

23 hours ago
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Job summary

The State of Colorado is seeking a Human Resources Assistant for a 9-month or less assignment in Denver. The role focuses on processing personnel actions, maintaining HR records, and supporting selection activities in a confidential environment.

Responsibilities include data entry, updating logs, and ensuring timely filing of I-9s and related documents, with strong emphasis on accuracy and pace in a public sector setting.

Qualifications

  • Experience performing data entry, running reports, and supporting HR activities.
  • Ability to excel in heavy data entry, independent decision making, and fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

  • Process personnel actions for assigned agencies.
  • Update tracking logs and verify documentation in systems.
  • Troubleshoot system errors and ensure timely filing of records.
  • Calculate leave payouts and distribute paperwork.
  • Maintain temporary and permanent employee files and I-9s.

Skills

Data entry
Spreadsheet
HR support
Customer service

Tools

MS Excel
Google Docs

Job description

Department Information

The mission of the Colorado Department of Natural Resources is to develop, preserve, and enhance the state's natural resources for the benefit and enjoyment of current and future citizens and visitors. In an effort to build diversity and inclusion we welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.

POSITION (9 MONTHS OR LESS) - PAYING $17.50 - $20.00 PER HOUR
DESCRIPTION OF JOB

The Human Resources Office provides professional and technical human resource management services for managers and employees in the Department of Natural Resources. Services include employee recruitment and selection, job evaluation, performance management, risk management, records management, training and employee benefits.

This position performs technical and administrative work required to complete human resource management actions related to both temporary and permanent employees and positions. This position's primary function is to process actions in the state's employee/payroll database and to ensure all actions are processed in accordance with State Personnel Board Rules and departmental policies and procedures. All information handled in the office is to be kept as confidential. This position is responsible for providing technical and administrative support for selection activities.

Specific Duties May Include But Are Not Limited To
  • Processing personnel actions for assigned agencies.
  • Processing actions include, but is not limited to, evaluating transactional information; updating tracking logs (MS Excel, Google docs);
  • Assisting in troubleshooting and resolving system errors;
  • Verifying supporting documentation/information; calculating leave payouts; and distribution of paperwork.
  • Actions are processed within established timeframes and often require inquiries with supervisors, employees and/or other Human Resource Professionals.
  • This position creates and maintains temporary and permanent employee personnel files and continually ensures that I-9's are properly and timely filed and archived, along with other HR related files, within established guidelines.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
  • Experience performing data entry, running reports, working with databases, office support, administrative or Human Resources support activities. Please note : The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application. A successful applicant will demonstrate the ability to excel in heavy data entry, independent decision making and fast paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Organizational management, time management, and multi tasking skills.
  • Excellent customer service skills, problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and verbal/written communication.
  • Demonstrates initiative and self-motivation.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Punctual/Timely/Dependable.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work well independently as well as in/with a team.
  • High proficiency in interpreting and explaining rules/regulations.
  • Good working knowledge of computer-based technology.
  • Proficiency in the use of Google Suites, databases.
Supplemental Information

We are committed to increasing a "Colorado for ALL" of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. The State of Colorado believes that a "Colorado for ALL" drives our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Department of Natural Resources is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA Coordinator, at dnr_hr_employeebenefits@state.co.us.

E-Verify Employer

The Department of Natural Resources participates in E-Verify in accordance with the program's Right to Work for all newly-hired employees. Employees are queried through the electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility. You may complete section 1 of the I-9 form upon your acceptance of a job offer letter, but no later than your first day of employment and in addition, on your first day, but no later than the third day, you are required to submit original documents to verify your eligibility to work in the U.S. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Toll–Free Applicant Support - Technical Help

If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV at 855-524-5627, Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt upload (attach) it. The Human Resources Office will be unable to assist with these types of technical issues.

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