Pay Schedule XII, Grade 2M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours
A vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, General Administration.
A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.
Current and future vacancies occurring in this class may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.
All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.
List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experiences on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.
Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.
You must attach proof of licenses, certifications, and education to your application. Unofficial copies are accepted.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and education must be submitted with each application.
Job Purpose
Under the direction of Chief of Human Resources-DPWT, administers the departments Labor and Employee Relations program in accordance with Federal and State laws and applicable County rules and policies and assists with oversight of the daily functions performed. Coordinates activities with the work of other agencies within the County. Prepares and presents reports of activities. Interprets and ensures compliance with applicable human resources laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and memoranda of
understanding (union contract).
Serves as an employee relations specialist to DPWT, providing complete and accurate advice and information to employees, supervisors, and managers on a wide range of human resources policies and practices. Assists departments in the interpretation and application of human resources laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and memoranda of understanding. Acts as employee relations specialist providing guidance to managers on disciplinary actions and in the use of performance management systems.
Essential Job Duties
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Establishes, administers, and updates standard operating procedures (SOP) to implement policies, and to ensure consistency of human resources administration activities.
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Provides lead administration, approvals and training on County’s recruitment and talent acquisition system (NEOGOV).
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Conducts research and studies, and prepares recommendations to assist in recruitment and talent acquisition policy development.
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Interprets and ensures compliance with applicable human resources laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures, and memorandum of understanding.
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Oversees departmental employment background process and verification for new hires, promotions, transfers or employment status changes.
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Creates and oversees recruitment and retention activities with County departments and other private and public organizations.
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Researches and responds to inquiries, writes and edits correspondence, schedules interviews and meetings, etc.
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Researches and responds to inquiries, writes and edits correspondence, schedules interviews and meetings, etc.
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Oversees the compensation incentive programs, including the bonus award program and requests for Meritorious Increases.
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Reviews to ensure compliance with C&C regulations and processes the requests.
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Reviews position descriptions,
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Drafts new and revised class specifications. Participates in high-level classification and compensation surveys.
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Conducts research and studies, and prepares recommendations to the DPWT-Chief of HR.
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Establishes and recommends procedures to implement divisional policies and best practices.
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Participates in long-range division planning.
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Draft correspondence and other types of reports or documents.
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Performs related work as assigned.
Examples of Other Duties
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Provides advice to agency management regarding employee misconduct and disciplinary actions.
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Testifies at grievance hearings.
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Schedules and conducts consultation meetings between the County and the Union, researching the issue(s), seeking resolution(s) of union concerns when appropriate, and represents and protects management rights, as necessary.
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Conducts research on various labor relations or human resources issues
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Assists with analyzing employee and labor relations documents.
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Assists with identifying areas of compliance vulnerability, anticipates and mitigates potential compliance risks and challenges.
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Performs other related duties as required.
NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.
Required Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in human resources administration, business or public administration, or psychology
Plus
Four years' professional experience in human resources administration.
(Experience in human resources administration may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education beyond a bachelor's degree in human resources administration, business or public administration, psychology, or law may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.)
Must hold and maintain a current HR Certification through HR professional organizations including but not limited to, Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM), Human Capital Institute (HCI) and The Public Sector HR Association (PSHRA). If a strong candidate (as determined by the Department Head and Director of Human Resources) does not have a current HR certification, but does possess a Human Resources degree, they may still be considered with the understanding that an HR certification must be obtained within 6 months.
Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education
Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant’s major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.
Proof of Degree Equivalency
Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. (www.WES.org).
Mail or deliver documents to:
ATTN: Manager of Recruitment and Class and Compensation/Human Resources Analyst III
Office of Human Resources
Baltimore County Government
308 Allegheny Ave.
Towson, MD 21204
You must attach proof of licenses, certifications, and education to your application. Unofficial copies are accepted
EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.
Physical and Environmental Conditions
The work of this classification is essentially sedentary. Some positions may involve occasional travel between work sites.
Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.
