DNR HR Specialist III – Compensation & HR Information Systems (HRIS)/Technology

State of Colorado•Denver, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for delivering quality human resources services in the Department of Natural Resources and its divisions. Performs professional and technical human resources work required for employee selection, compensation, HR data, HR systems and applications, position allocations, implementation of personnel rules and to share information and advice on human resources issues, and to participate in the development/modification of departmental human resources plans and programs. This position works in partnership with DNR EDO and Division managers consulting with them to understand business needs and to tailor advice and assistance to meet those needs.

Requirements

Six (6) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position OR A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to six (6) years.
The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application.
Part-time work will be prorated.
A combination of work experience in an occupational field/specialized area directly related to the job assignment, which provided the same, kind, amount and level of knowledge acquired in the required education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the bachelor's degree.

Nice To Haves

Compensation & Classification Experience in compensation analysis, including developing compensation models and considering pay equity and pay compression.
Experience conducting job evaluation and classification.
Comprehensive knowledge and experience applying State Personnel Board Rules and COWINS Partnership Agreement in compensation and classification analysis.
HR Information Systems & Technology Experience using a variety of HR information systems to deliver HR services and manage personnel information.
Experience using HR information systems to process personnel transactions, extract data, run reports, and create data analytics.
Experience developing HR business processes that align with HR information systems.
Experience implementing new HR information systems, including User Acceptance Testing, developing SOPs for stakeholders, and providing training on system functions.
Ability to identify and apply technology solutions to improve operational effectiveness and efficiency.
Ability to look at sets of data and determine accuracy of data presented and identify data integrity issues.
Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access), Gmail, and Google Suite.
Knowledge of AI tools.
Knowledge of software to create organizational charts.
Consultation & Collaboration Experience consulting with supervisors and employees on technical HR issues and delivering complex information in easy to understand terms.
Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral.
Excellent customer service execution.
Thrives in a team environment, willing to help others.
Ability to think ahead, plan long-term decisions, and anticipate outcomes.
Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information in a professional manner.

Responsibilities

Assist in development, analysis, and administration of human resource related compensation; compiles and evaluates results.
Work in partnership with the DNR Compensation Specialist lead and will assist in serving as a liaison between senior leadership and employees to develop recommendations for changes/improvements.
Assist in providing accurate compensation models.
Support the HR team in understanding compliance with statutory requirements for employee compensation by assisting in establishing processes and procedures to mitigate inconsistencies in decisions and align those processes when changes are needed.
Analyze complicated compensation data utilizing known and established theory, principles, and conceptual models in order to make appropriate determinations.
Conducts daily compensation reviews for new hires, promotions, transfers, and demotions at request of Selections Team or Hiring Manager.
Analyze and implement solutions to improve efficiency and accuracy in human resources operations.
Manage HR data, support system end users, and identify opportunities for technological enhancements as it relates to HR data sharing or integration across various systems.
Adhere to data governance policies and collaborate with the EDO Product Owner, OIT and HR teams.
Provide comprehensive training, create user-friendly and accessible documentation, and offer ongoing support for end users of HR information systems, in coordination with EDO Product Owner.
Use expertise about HR information systems to run reports and create data analytics.
Apply, utilize and integrate HR theories, principles, conceptual models and professional standards to evaluate positions for classification, which includes the creation and/or allocation of both vacant and encumbered positions.
Determine appropriate allocations individually and as a panel member and communicate results to appointing authority and employees.
Apply laws, rules, policies and procedures in order to accurately process personnel actions for assigned agencies.
Process actions including, but not limited to, evaluating transactional information to ensure adherence to laws, rules, policies and procedures, updating tracking logs, troubleshooting and resolving system errors, verifying supporting documentation/information, applying rules, policies and procedures to make pay or leave calculations, entering actions in the State’s employee/payroll system, distributing paperwork as needed to other individuals, and creating and/or maintaining employee files.
Create temporary and permanent employee personnel files.
Continually ensure that I-9’s are properly processed and timely filed and destroyed within established Federal Law timeframes, and in accordance with HRO procedure.
Coordinate actions with the Accounting Payroll section.
Manage and administer various special projects with sound business practices as assigned by the Human Resources Director.
Conduct extensive and specialized research and/or studies; compile and report data; work closely with HR staff on the development and implementation of new systems, processes, and procedures; and make recommendations to the HR Director, section, and management through the department.

Benefits

Medical and Dental plans
Strong, flexible retirement plans including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan, plus pre-tax and Roth 401K and 457 plans
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Employee Wellness programs
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Accounts
11 paid holidays per year plus generous vacation and sick leave
Flexible work schedule options and remote-work options
Career advancement opportunities throughout the State system
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program