Human Resources Manager I (Labor Relations)Posted: November 21, 2009
SUMMARY STATEMENT This position oversees the Labor Relations Unit providing support to the Department of Health and Social Services covering ~4500 union and non-union employees. Managing a staff of 6, the incumbent is responsible for disciplinary case management, grievance administration, HR policy and procedure development and implementation. Other duties include EEO/ADA case management, training employees on labor and employment issues, interacting with divisional leadership on complex labor matters, and representing DHSS management in collective bargaining with unions. SELECTIVE REQUIREMENT Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements. Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified. 1. Experience in providing advice and counsel to management about complex labor relations issues in a union environment. 2. Experience in negotiating and administering union contracts ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. * Interprets, explains and applies applicable state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures. * Develops and recommends policies and procedures consistent with merit system laws, rules, regulations, priorities, objectives and new federal mandates. * Develops and implements programs to ensure compliance with state and federal laws, the policies of the Office of Management and Budget and to meet operational needs of human resource functions. * Collects, analyzes and evaluates data from a variety of sources and presents/communicates information effectively. * Identifies and analyzes inquiries/problems/needs/issues, assesses their impact and generates and evaluates alternatives. * Provides recommendations, guidance and direction to management for the purpose of understanding, meeting organizational and operational goals and objectives and identifying/resolving problems/needs. * Implements human resource functions, policies, procedures, systems and plans. * Provides representation at meetings, hearing, contract negotiations, presentations, proceedings and committees. * Monitors and ensures compliance with state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, requirements, guidelines, contract agreements and budgets. * Conducts projects and studies. JOB REQUIREMENTS JOB REQUIREMENTS for Human Resources Manager I Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: 1. Possession of Bachelors degree or higher in Human Resource Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, Psychology, Sociology, Behavioral Science, Political Science or related field OR possession of a SPHR, PHR, IPMA-CP, IPMA-CS or equivalent professional human resource certification OR for current State employees, the Office of Management and Budget Human Resource Certification. 2. Experience in human resource management which includes applying human resource theories, principles and models to the administration of at least one of the following functional areas: Labor/Employee Relations, Benefits, Job Classification, Compensation Analysis, Pension, Recruitment, Selection or EEO/AA. 3. Experience in policy administration which includes planning, developing, implementing and evaluating policies and procedures. 4. Experience in establishing goals, objectives and priorities in accordance with an organizations overall mission. 5. Knowledge of staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others. ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION Writing Exercise: A writing exercise will be given at the time of interview. All DHSS Hospital Campuses, including the Herman Holloway Campus, are a tobacco-free environment. CONDITIONS OF HIRE Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. BENEFITS To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at http://ben.omb.delaware.gov/programs/index.shtml. SELECTION PROCESS The application is evaluated based upon a rating of training and experience. Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the • My Applications? tab at www.delawarestatejobs.com. ACCOMMODATIONS Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance. The State of Delaware ? An Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Please refer to job code 350100 when responding to this ad.
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| | Location: | New Castle, DE | | County: | New Castle County | | ZIP Code: | 19720 | | Pay Rate: | Open | | Job Terms: | full time | | Company: | State of Delaware | | Phone: | email only please | | Fax: | email only please |
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