Human Resources Generalist
The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Human Resource Generalist in Helena. The HR Generalist will partner with leadership to manage human resources operations, ensuring compliance with policies and providing support on various personnel issues.
Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of human resources for an assigned program area
- Manage the application of the human resources policies, procedures, and programs to ensure consistency and compliance with federal, state, and collective bargaining contracts
- Consult, advise, and partner with management on personnel issues, contract interpretation, performance management, recruitment and selection, discipline, drug testing, workforce development, employee relations, training, worker’s compensation and safety
- Serve as the human resources subject matter expert and primary resource for the Division(s) or District
Skills
- Associate's Degree in human resources, business, or public administration or a closely related field
- One (1) year of human resources related experience
- Advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of Human Resource Management and Public Administration
- Knowledge of state and federal employment laws
- Knowledge of labor relations
- Knowledge of drug testing laws and rules governing labor-management relations
- Knowledge of contract negotiation techniques
- Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning
- Knowledge of leadership techniques and coordination of people and resources
- Knowledge of behaviors and performance, individual differences in ability, personality, and interests
- Knowledge of learning and motivation, and assessment
- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
- Knowledge of customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations and business communications
- Knowledge of presentation and technical writing methods and techniques
- Online application OR resume detailing your qualifications and work history
- Successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment
- Driver's recording will be verified
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire
Benefits
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Benefits apply on first day of employment
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
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