State of Alaska
Human resource consultant
State of Alaska, Anchorage, Alaska, United States, 99507
Job Description
This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.Please check out the
residency definition
to determine if you qualify.
This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate’s credibly possessed and proven competencies. If hired at the lower level, you will be promoted to the higher level after completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work.
This position will be filled at either the 1 or 2 level, depending on the applicant's qualifications and job experience. It is recommended that you apply for all levels if you are qualified.
The Division of Personnel & Labor Relations (DOPLR) is offering an exciting opportunity for a
career in State HR
with Employee Relations!Are you ready for fulfilling work that connects you with the State of Alaska's workforce, to improve the employment experience?Employee Relations delivers an exceptional job experience that provides an outstanding platform for career development.
Pay is based on the
level
and
location
of the selected candidate.Human Resource Consultant 1 (Anchorage) - $29.55/HourHuman Resource Consultant 1 (Juneau) - $31.03/HourHuman Resource Consultant 2 (Anchorage) - $2,722.40/BiweeklyHuman Resource Consultant 2 (Juneau) - $2,858.40/Biweekly
What you will be doing:
Join a team that is committed to delivering outstanding HR services for the State of Alaska. The incumbent will partner with client agencies to support a wide range of performance management and progressive discipline needs. This includes advising on performance coaching tools, handling the progressive discipline process, conducting investigations, and providing guidance on a variety of personnel matters. Employee Relations is a supportive, fun team environment. Team members enjoy strong relationships with their peers and client agencies as they help State agencies manage their workforce to meet their mission.This is an opportunity to learn and grow in the State HR community. Employee Relations offers a training program for initial training and ongoing professional development. As a consolidated team of Employee Relations professionals, there will be opportunities to network and learn from your peers, as well as be exposed to a wide variety of HR situations that will grow your skill set. State HR positions offer a career ladder, with opportunities for growth in different facets of HR, as well as opportunities for promotion.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
Employee Relations empowers State of Alaska employees to prevent and resolve personnel issues. We resolve personnel matters to enable a culture of accountability and respect. We build partnerships to seek holistic solutions that deliver both operational and proactive results.Employee Relations offers meaningful, fulfilling work with varied work assignments. We are rooted in a strong team network and committed to coming together to lift up team members and maintain a fun work environment.
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in the position, the ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities and experience:A background that provides a solid foundation for advising management, conducting investigations, and understanding/applying employment laws and contract terms.Interpersonal effectiveness, including the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to explain technical information, address complex issues, and resolve sensitive matters amongst individuals with divergent viewpoints.Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to effectively identify and evaluate a wide variety of information to arrive at a well-reasoned conclusion.Exceptional client service skills, demonstrating a commitment to diversity while working with people with varying skill sets and levels of experience.Demonstrated effectiveness with independently managing workflow, including ongoing assignments and unanticipated changes in work tasks and priorities.
Special Note:
Valid driver’s license preferred.
If this sounds like your skill set, or one you would like to develop, please submit an application through Workplace Alaska.
Minimum Qualifications
Human Resource Consultant 1Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:Decision Making:
Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.Interpersonal Skills:
Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.Oral Communication:
Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.Reasoning:
Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions.Writing:
Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.Equivalent to those typically gained by:Training in human resource management, business administration, or organizational leadership or experience supporting management in running an organization/enterprise or supporting professionals working in human resources (such as recruitment, payroll, classification and compensation, employee and labor-management relations, employer provided benefit programs, employment law compliance, or employee training).“Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.“Training” and “education” in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.“Typically gained by” means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.Additional Required Information
At time of interview, please provide the following:List of three (3) professional references, including current and former supervisors and daytime phone numbers.A copy of your three (3) most recent performance evaluations.College transcripts (if using education to meet the minimum qualifications). These can also be attached to your application at the time of submission.Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONSFor your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.EDUCATIONTo verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATIONEducation completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLYThis recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants
must
meet
Alaska Residency Requirements
in order to be considered for employment at this time.WORK EXPERIENCEApplications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" 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 posting.MULTIPLE VACANCIESThis recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.EEO STATEMENTThe State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICEIf you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword .WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to:
recruitment.services@alaska.gov.For applicant password assistance, please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPasswordContact Information
For specific information in reference to the position, please contact the hiring manager:Kelley Roberson, Employee Relations Program ManagerPhone: (907) 375-7705kelley.roberson@alaksa.govCareers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefitsThe following information describes
typical
benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an
orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits . (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)Insurance BenefitsHealth insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental.Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit).Optional Insurance BenefitsGroup-based insurance premiums for:Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses.Retirement BenefitsMembership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees).Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees).Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security.Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program.Paid Leave & Other BenefitsPersonal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served.Twelve (12) paid holidays a year.
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This position is open to Alaskan Residents only.Please check out the
residency definition
to determine if you qualify.
This position is flexibly staffed. The level of the job offer will be based on the selected candidate’s credibly possessed and proven competencies. If hired at the lower level, you will be promoted to the higher level after completing the training plan and demonstrating competency in the work.
This position will be filled at either the 1 or 2 level, depending on the applicant's qualifications and job experience. It is recommended that you apply for all levels if you are qualified.
The Division of Personnel & Labor Relations (DOPLR) is offering an exciting opportunity for a
career in State HR
with Employee Relations!Are you ready for fulfilling work that connects you with the State of Alaska's workforce, to improve the employment experience?Employee Relations delivers an exceptional job experience that provides an outstanding platform for career development.
Pay is based on the
level
and
location
of the selected candidate.Human Resource Consultant 1 (Anchorage) - $29.55/HourHuman Resource Consultant 1 (Juneau) - $31.03/HourHuman Resource Consultant 2 (Anchorage) - $2,722.40/BiweeklyHuman Resource Consultant 2 (Juneau) - $2,858.40/Biweekly
What you will be doing:
Join a team that is committed to delivering outstanding HR services for the State of Alaska. The incumbent will partner with client agencies to support a wide range of performance management and progressive discipline needs. This includes advising on performance coaching tools, handling the progressive discipline process, conducting investigations, and providing guidance on a variety of personnel matters. Employee Relations is a supportive, fun team environment. Team members enjoy strong relationships with their peers and client agencies as they help State agencies manage their workforce to meet their mission.This is an opportunity to learn and grow in the State HR community. Employee Relations offers a training program for initial training and ongoing professional development. As a consolidated team of Employee Relations professionals, there will be opportunities to network and learn from your peers, as well as be exposed to a wide variety of HR situations that will grow your skill set. State HR positions offer a career ladder, with opportunities for growth in different facets of HR, as well as opportunities for promotion.
Our organization, mission, and culture:
Employee Relations empowers State of Alaska employees to prevent and resolve personnel issues. We resolve personnel matters to enable a culture of accountability and respect. We build partnerships to seek holistic solutions that deliver both operational and proactive results.Employee Relations offers meaningful, fulfilling work with varied work assignments. We are rooted in a strong team network and committed to coming together to lift up team members and maintain a fun work environment.
Who we are looking for:
To be successful in the position, the ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills, abilities and experience:A background that provides a solid foundation for advising management, conducting investigations, and understanding/applying employment laws and contract terms.Interpersonal effectiveness, including the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing to explain technical information, address complex issues, and resolve sensitive matters amongst individuals with divergent viewpoints.Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to effectively identify and evaluate a wide variety of information to arrive at a well-reasoned conclusion.Exceptional client service skills, demonstrating a commitment to diversity while working with people with varying skill sets and levels of experience.Demonstrated effectiveness with independently managing workflow, including ongoing assignments and unanticipated changes in work tasks and priorities.
Special Note:
Valid driver’s license preferred.
If this sounds like your skill set, or one you would like to develop, please submit an application through Workplace Alaska.
Minimum Qualifications
Human Resource Consultant 1Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with competencies in:Decision Making:
Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.Interpersonal Skills:
Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.Oral Communication:
Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.Reasoning:
Identifies rules, principles, or relationships that explain facts, data, or other information; analyzes information and makes correct inferences or draws accurate conclusions.Writing:
Recognizes or uses correct English grammar, punctuation, and spelling; communicates information (for example, facts, ideas, or messages) in a brief, clear, and organized manner; produces written information, which may include technical material, that is appropriate for the intended audience.Equivalent to those typically gained by:Training in human resource management, business administration, or organizational leadership or experience supporting management in running an organization/enterprise or supporting professionals working in human resources (such as recruitment, payroll, classification and compensation, employee and labor-management relations, employer provided benefit programs, employment law compliance, or employee training).“Competencies” means a combination of interrelated knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors that enable a person to act effectively in a job or situation.“Training” and “education” in this guidance are synonyms for the process of acquiring knowledge and skills through instruction. It includes instruction through formal and informal methods (such as classroom, on-line, self-study, and on-the-job), from accredited and unaccredited sources, and long-duration (such as a post-secondary degree) and short-duration (such as a seminar) programs.“Typically gained by” means the prevalent, usual method of gaining the competencies expected for entry into the job.Additional Required Information
At time of interview, please provide the following:List of three (3) professional references, including current and former supervisors and daytime phone numbers.A copy of your three (3) most recent performance evaluations.College transcripts (if using education to meet the minimum qualifications). These can also be attached to your application at the time of submission.Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONSFor your application to be evaluated, you must answer the Supplemental Questions. Be specific in your answers and tell us how you acquired the relevant experience. Please use complete sentences and proof-read your submissions when answering the supplemental questions. Your responses will be considered a writing sample and will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment process.EDUCATIONTo verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATIONEducation completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.THIS RECRUITMENT IS FOR ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLYThis recruitment is open to Alaska Residents only. Applicants
must
meet
Alaska Residency Requirements
in order to be considered for employment at this time.WORK EXPERIENCEApplications will be reviewed to determine if minimum qualifications are met. Therefore, all work experiences the applicant is using to meet minimum qualifications for this position must be documented in the application package. Please include the employer’s name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether the employment was full or part-time. Applicants who submit packages that do not provide sufficient information to demonstrate minimum qualifications are met may not advance in the selection process.NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" 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 posting.MULTIPLE VACANCIESThis recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.EEO STATEMENTThe State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.NOTICEIf you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPassword .WORKPLACE ALASKA APPLICATION QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCEQuestions regarding application submission or system operation errors should be directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 1-800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465-4095 if you are located in the Juneau area. Requests for information may also be emailed to:
recruitment.services@alaska.gov.For applicant password assistance, please visit:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/OnlineApplication/User/ResetPasswordContact Information
For specific information in reference to the position, please contact the hiring manager:Kelley Roberson, Employee Relations Program ManagerPhone: (907) 375-7705kelley.roberson@alaksa.govCareers with the State of Alaska offer MANY benefitsThe following information describes
typical
benefits available to employees of the State of Alaska. Actual benefits received may differ by bargaining unit or branch of government, position type, or be prorated for other than full time work.For a quick breakdown of the insurance, health, and retirement benefits available for State Employees you can view an
orientation video from Division of Retirement and Benefits . (Please note this video is specifically designed for new State Employees.)Insurance BenefitsHealth insurance, which includes employer contributions toward medical/vision/dental.Employer paid Basic Life insurance with additional coverage available (amount depends on Bargaining Unit).Optional Insurance BenefitsGroup-based insurance premiums for:Employee-funded flexible spending accounts for tax savings on eligible health care or dependent care expenses.Retirement BenefitsMembership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).Matching employer contribution into a defined contribution program (new employees).Employer contribution into a defined benefit or defined contribution program (current employees).Contributions to the Alaska Supplemental Annuity Plan in lieu of contributions to Social Security.Option to enroll in the Alaska Deferred Compensation Program.Paid Leave & Other BenefitsPersonal leave with an accrual rate increase based on time served.Twelve (12) paid holidays a year.
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