State of Alaska
Deputy Human Resources Director
State of Alaska, Juneau, Alaska, us, 99812
Salary:
$4,041.75 Biweekly
Location :
Anchorage, AK
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
48560
Department:
Alaska Court System
Division:
Human Resources
Opening Date:
12/16/2024
Closing Date:
1/6/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Bargaining Unit:
Exempt Judicial
Range:
22
Job Description
The Alaska Court System is looking for a dedicated professional to join our administrative team and promote access to justice as the Deputy Human Resources Director. The incumbent will provide advice and counsel to managers, supervisors, judicial officers, and employees on a wide variety of human resources and employee relations issues. This position will assist the HR Director in the creation and review of classification processes for the court.
Personnel Relations: In accordance with statutes, regulations, policies and rules applicable to the Alaska Court System, provide professional human resource services to managers and supervisors in the areas of HR consulting, employee relations, performance management, workplace investigations, and organizational development; Lead or conduct investigations of the most serious cases including discrimination, harassment, and improper conduct; Counsel and coach supervisors on how to conduct investigations; recommend corrective or disciplinary action. Classification:
Draft, review, revise and approve position classification changes; Provide training to HR staff, supervisors, and employees on the classification process; Conduct classification reviews and recommend changes to the HR Director and Administrative Director; Conduct FLSA reviews and determine overtime eligibility. Other Responsibilities:
Evaluate the need for new or revised policies and procedures; Engage employees in the ADA interactive accommodation process; Act as the primary point of contact for HR issues when the HR Director is away from office; Act as back-up to the HR Analyst and Payroll Supervisor when they are out of the office or need assistance. The successful candidate should possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. Please detail your experience in these areas in your cover letter:
Experience working with managers and employees on personnel relations matters. Knowledge of classification and position management. Experience investigating concerns of harassment and discrimination. Knowledge of employment laws and regulations including the ADA, FLSA, and FMLA; and experience applying these laws in employment situations. Experience in labor relations working with collective bargaining agreements and union representatives. Experience promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. LEGAL RIGHT TO ACCEPT EMPLOYMENT The State's online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment.
The State of Alaska does not function as an employer sponsor.
Work Schedule:
Full-time court employees are currently scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Deputy Human Resources Director is a partially-exempt job class; the incumbent serves "at-will" to the appointing authority.
Benefits Available to Full-Time Employees:
12 paid holidays per year Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents Vision plan (optional) Employer-paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan (optional) Personal leave accrual See for additional information.
IMPORTANT:
Please attach a letter of interest in employment with the Alaska Court System. Failure to submit a letter of interest may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:
http://www.courts.alaska.gov
For information about what state courts do, please watch this short video:
VIDEO: The who, what, when, where and how of state courts
The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of professional human resource experience in employment law compliance, employee/labor relations, payroll, recruitment, classification, or training. OR Three years of advanced professional administrative or managerial experience where a substantial part of the duty assignment was the performance of human resource work. OR Five years of experience as a supervisor with the Alaska Court System. OR Graduation from an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree.
Preferred but not required:
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Additional Required Information
Additional Required Information:
This applies to your application submission.
Documents to be Attached to the Application (REQUIRED):
A professional letter of interest, completed per the instructions below. Your letter will be used as a writing sample. Last two performance evaluations, if available. Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet Minimum Qualifications. Documents to be Submitted at the Time of Interview (REQUIRED):
If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process, you must provide the following at the time of the interview (if not already attached to your application):
List of at least three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses. LETTER OF INTEREST
Please attach a professional letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, email it
Your letter of interest should:
1) Be professionally written and include proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
2) Explain how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
3) Express your interest in employment with the Alaska Court System.
If you do not attach a separate, professional letter of interest, you may not move on to the interview phase.
WORK HISTORY
If using work experience not already documented in your application, provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately, we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered "not qualified," you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified, you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
NEPOTISM REVIEW
To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, applicants who have a spouse, close relative, and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.
BACKGROUND CHECK
A background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer "no" to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure, please contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 264-8242. The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.
Contact Information
Contact Information: Contact Title:
Recruitment E-Mail: Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501 Fax Number: (907) 264-8262 Phone Number: (907) 264-8242
The Alaska Court System provides a variety of benefits for eligible employees, which are a significant part of the total compensation package. The following are typical benefits available to full-time employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position type or be prorated for other than full time work.
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents Vision plan (optional) Employer paid Basic Life Insurance with additional coverage available 12 paid holidays per year Personal leave accrual based on years of creditable state service Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit: http://www.courts.alaska.gov
01
Are you a current or former Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please list location and department.
02
Have you carefully read the minimum qualifications for this position, and do you certify that you possess the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications as stated? Attaching a resume is NOT an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job opening.
Yes No
03
Have you attached (or submitted) the required letter of interest detailing how your knowledge, skills, and abilities pertain to the bulleted points listed in the job description?Failure to submit a letter of interest may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
Yes No
04
Are you proficient at speaking another language besides English? If "Yes" - which language?
05
Were you referred to this vacancy by a current Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please provide their name and court location.
06
The work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Do you understand this requirement?
Yes No
Required Question
$4,041.75 Biweekly
Location :
Anchorage, AK
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
48560
Department:
Alaska Court System
Division:
Human Resources
Opening Date:
12/16/2024
Closing Date:
1/6/2025 5:00 PM Alaska
Position Open To:
All Applicants
Bargaining Unit:
Exempt Judicial
Range:
22
Job Description
The Alaska Court System is looking for a dedicated professional to join our administrative team and promote access to justice as the Deputy Human Resources Director. The incumbent will provide advice and counsel to managers, supervisors, judicial officers, and employees on a wide variety of human resources and employee relations issues. This position will assist the HR Director in the creation and review of classification processes for the court.
Personnel Relations: In accordance with statutes, regulations, policies and rules applicable to the Alaska Court System, provide professional human resource services to managers and supervisors in the areas of HR consulting, employee relations, performance management, workplace investigations, and organizational development; Lead or conduct investigations of the most serious cases including discrimination, harassment, and improper conduct; Counsel and coach supervisors on how to conduct investigations; recommend corrective or disciplinary action. Classification:
Draft, review, revise and approve position classification changes; Provide training to HR staff, supervisors, and employees on the classification process; Conduct classification reviews and recommend changes to the HR Director and Administrative Director; Conduct FLSA reviews and determine overtime eligibility. Other Responsibilities:
Evaluate the need for new or revised policies and procedures; Engage employees in the ADA interactive accommodation process; Act as the primary point of contact for HR issues when the HR Director is away from office; Act as back-up to the HR Analyst and Payroll Supervisor when they are out of the office or need assistance. The successful candidate should possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities. Please detail your experience in these areas in your cover letter:
Experience working with managers and employees on personnel relations matters. Knowledge of classification and position management. Experience investigating concerns of harassment and discrimination. Knowledge of employment laws and regulations including the ADA, FLSA, and FMLA; and experience applying these laws in employment situations. Experience in labor relations working with collective bargaining agreements and union representatives. Experience promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. LEGAL RIGHT TO ACCEPT EMPLOYMENT The State's online recruitment system, Workplace Alaska, requires applicants to certify that they have a legal right to accept employment in the United States. It is the responsibility of the employee to maintain the appropriate documentation to accept or continue legal employment.
The State of Alaska does not function as an employer sponsor.
Work Schedule:
Full-time court employees are currently scheduled to work 37.5 hours per week. The work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Deputy Human Resources Director is a partially-exempt job class; the incumbent serves "at-will" to the appointing authority.
Benefits Available to Full-Time Employees:
12 paid holidays per year Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents Vision plan (optional) Employer-paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan (optional) Personal leave accrual See for additional information.
IMPORTANT:
Please attach a letter of interest in employment with the Alaska Court System. Failure to submit a letter of interest may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit:
http://www.courts.alaska.gov
For information about what state courts do, please watch this short video:
VIDEO: The who, what, when, where and how of state courts
The Alaska Court System is an EEO employer and proudly promotes diversity.
Minimum Qualifications
Three years of professional human resource experience in employment law compliance, employee/labor relations, payroll, recruitment, classification, or training. OR Three years of advanced professional administrative or managerial experience where a substantial part of the duty assignment was the performance of human resource work. OR Five years of experience as a supervisor with the Alaska Court System. OR Graduation from an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree.
Preferred but not required:
SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP Additional Required Information
Additional Required Information:
This applies to your application submission.
Documents to be Attached to the Application (REQUIRED):
A professional letter of interest, completed per the instructions below. Your letter will be used as a writing sample. Last two performance evaluations, if available. Post-secondary transcripts, if using education to meet Minimum Qualifications. Documents to be Submitted at the Time of Interview (REQUIRED):
If you are selected to advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process, you must provide the following at the time of the interview (if not already attached to your application):
List of at least three (3) professional references who have had supervisory authority over you along with their daytime contact phone numbers and email addresses. LETTER OF INTEREST
Please attach a professional letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, email it
Your letter of interest should:
1) Be professionally written and include proper format, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
2) Explain how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position.
3) Express your interest in employment with the Alaska Court System.
If you do not attach a separate, professional letter of interest, you may not move on to the interview phase.
WORK HISTORY
If using work experience not already documented in your application, provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment and whether full or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and Minimum Qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant will not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
EDUCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications, you must fill in the Education and Training section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of credit hours earned in the Degree Obtained field. Copies of academic transcripts will be required at time of interview.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be required to meet the Minimum Qualifications as outlined above. Unfortunately, we cannot always interview all applicants. If your application is considered "not qualified," you will be sent a notice within two weeks after the closing date for this recruitment. If you believe your application was improperly disqualified, you may appeal this decision to the Human Resources Director at 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501-2005 within five workdays from the date the notice is mailed to you. Qualified applications will be forwarded to the hiring supervisor.
NEPOTISM REVIEW
To avoid a conflict of interest and the appearance of impropriety, applicants who have a spouse, close relative, and/or regular member of their household employed by the Alaska Court System may not be considered for employment without the approval of the Administrative Director.
BACKGROUND CHECK
A background check will be conducted prior to an employment offer being made. Applicants who have prior convictions that have been set aside under the terms of a suspended imposition of sentence (SIS) may answer "no" to these questions. If you are not sure if your situation requires disclosure, please contact the Human Resources Department at (907) 264-8242. The Court System reserves the right to confirm all background information.
Contact Information
Contact Information: Contact Title:
Recruitment E-Mail: Mailing Address: 820 West 4th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501 Fax Number: (907) 264-8262 Phone Number: (907) 264-8242
The Alaska Court System provides a variety of benefits for eligible employees, which are a significant part of the total compensation package. The following are typical benefits available to full-time employees. Actual benefits received may differ by position type or be prorated for other than full time work.
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan (SBS) in lieu of contributions to Social Security Medical and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents Vision plan (optional) Employer paid Basic Life Insurance with additional coverage available 12 paid holidays per year Personal leave accrual based on years of creditable state service Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Plan
For more information on the Alaska Court System, please visit: http://www.courts.alaska.gov
01
Are you a current or former Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please list location and department.
02
Have you carefully read the minimum qualifications for this position, and do you certify that you possess the required education and/or experience to meet the minimum qualifications as stated? Attaching a resume is NOT an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job opening.
Yes No
03
Have you attached (or submitted) the required letter of interest detailing how your knowledge, skills, and abilities pertain to the bulleted points listed in the job description?Failure to submit a letter of interest may disqualify you from consideration for an interview.
Yes No
04
Are you proficient at speaking another language besides English? If "Yes" - which language?
05
Were you referred to this vacancy by a current Alaska Court System employee? If yes, please provide their name and court location.
06
The work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Do you understand this requirement?
Yes No
Required Question