Texas Department of Transportation
Director of Human Resources Division
Texas Department of Transportation, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Position Information
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is advertising to hire their next Human Resources Leader (Director of the Human Resources Division) to lead a team of over 175 HR Professionals that support a workforce of 13200 who work to accomplish the mission of TxDOT. If you are a proven HR leader who has provided strategic leadership, oversight, and management in a large, dispersed HR organization then this job may be for you.
The ideal candidate has a proven history of developing and implementing innovative and state-of-the-art initiatives that drive employee engagement, organizational success, and effectiveness coupled with deeply inspiring leadership traits.
If you have an inordinate passion for excellence and a commitment to public service, we invite you to pursue this job and the opportunity to work alongside accomplished professionals at TxDOT.
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Directs and oversees all activities of the Human Resources Division to include the development of policy relating to all phases of human resource management and planning, including personnel administration, recruitment, ethics, employee conduct, classification, compensation, employee benefits. employee resources, training, and wellness. Reports to the Chief Administrative Officer. Work requires extensive contact with high-level executives and governmental officials. Employees at this level perform work at the highest level of discretion and independent judgment.
Essential Duties:
Analyzes legislation to assess impact on programs, oversees activities to prepare reports/responses to members of Administration, the Transportation Commission or the Legislature; directs development and implementation of programs in response to legislation. Develops staff through mentorship, internal and external professional development, and one-on-one coaching. Monitors human resource litigation brought against the Department. Oversees administration of the h uman r esources m anagement s ystems and departmental activities related to Human Resources, information systems development, administration and maintenance, and data reporting. Oversees automated maintenance and processing of personnel records and actions, deferred compensation and retirement planning programs, benefits programs, and incentive awards programs. Oversees compensation staffing functions, compliance with the state position classification act, and human resources related federal laws. Oversees employee relations related activities to include employee performance management, progressive discipline, substance abuse, employee assistance programs, and leave programs. Oversees executive staffing and departmental recruiting/retention programs and employee orientation programs. Oversees training, quality, and development program functions to include internal/contracted agency training activities, administration of education assistance and master's program, and quality initiatives and partnering activities. Recommends staffing and funding for division related activities. Recommends to the Chief Administrative Officer and implements policy and procedures for human resource management activities. Represents the Department at national, state, and local levels concerning Human Resources activities. Serves as a witness and/or participates in depositions as coordinated by the Transportation Division of the Attorney General's office or the Department's Office of General Counsel, as required. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Human Resources or related. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
7 years of experience in Human Resources management. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent) Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Related Professional License or Certification may be substituted for a portion of the required experience. Must have four (4) years managerial/supervisory experience Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Preferred Qualifications:
SHRM - SCP Competencies:
Human resources management policies and practices Federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the human resources field Developing, implementing, and monitoring budgets and resources Employee r elations Developing and coordinating training programs Legislative process Communicating vision and direction of how an organization should function or a system should work under ideal conditions and conveying this to others Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results, anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks Developing and coaching staff Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively Collaborates and cooperates with others and builds effective working relationships with internal and external members to accomplish organizational goals Ph ysical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. Standing-prolonged periods of time Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is advertising to hire their next Human Resources Leader (Director of the Human Resources Division) to lead a team of over 175 HR Professionals that support a workforce of 13200 who work to accomplish the mission of TxDOT. If you are a proven HR leader who has provided strategic leadership, oversight, and management in a large, dispersed HR organization then this job may be for you.
The ideal candidate has a proven history of developing and implementing innovative and state-of-the-art initiatives that drive employee engagement, organizational success, and effectiveness coupled with deeply inspiring leadership traits.
If you have an inordinate passion for excellence and a commitment to public service, we invite you to pursue this job and the opportunity to work alongside accomplished professionals at TxDOT.
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Position Description
Directs and oversees all activities of the Human Resources Division to include the development of policy relating to all phases of human resource management and planning, including personnel administration, recruitment, ethics, employee conduct, classification, compensation, employee benefits. employee resources, training, and wellness. Reports to the Chief Administrative Officer. Work requires extensive contact with high-level executives and governmental officials. Employees at this level perform work at the highest level of discretion and independent judgment.
Essential Duties:
Analyzes legislation to assess impact on programs, oversees activities to prepare reports/responses to members of Administration, the Transportation Commission or the Legislature; directs development and implementation of programs in response to legislation. Develops staff through mentorship, internal and external professional development, and one-on-one coaching. Monitors human resource litigation brought against the Department. Oversees administration of the h uman r esources m anagement s ystems and departmental activities related to Human Resources, information systems development, administration and maintenance, and data reporting. Oversees automated maintenance and processing of personnel records and actions, deferred compensation and retirement planning programs, benefits programs, and incentive awards programs. Oversees compensation staffing functions, compliance with the state position classification act, and human resources related federal laws. Oversees employee relations related activities to include employee performance management, progressive discipline, substance abuse, employee assistance programs, and leave programs. Oversees executive staffing and departmental recruiting/retention programs and employee orientation programs. Oversees training, quality, and development program functions to include internal/contracted agency training activities, administration of education assistance and master's program, and quality initiatives and partnering activities. Recommends staffing and funding for division related activities. Recommends to the Chief Administrative Officer and implements policy and procedures for human resource management activities. Represents the Department at national, state, and local levels concerning Human Resources activities. Serves as a witness and/or participates in depositions as coordinated by the Transportation Division of the Attorney General's office or the Department's Office of General Counsel, as required. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in business administration, Human Resources or related. Relevant work experience may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
7 years of experience in Human Resources management. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent) Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Related Professional License or Certification may be substituted for a portion of the required experience. Must have four (4) years managerial/supervisory experience Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Preferred Qualifications:
SHRM - SCP Competencies:
Human resources management policies and practices Federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the human resources field Developing, implementing, and monitoring budgets and resources Employee r elations Developing and coordinating training programs Legislative process Communicating vision and direction of how an organization should function or a system should work under ideal conditions and conveying this to others Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results, anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks Developing and coaching staff Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively Collaborates and cooperates with others and builds effective working relationships with internal and external members to accomplish organizational goals Ph ysical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. Standing-prolonged periods of time Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)