HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST V (SR-24) [1 vacancy]

City and County of HonoluluOahu, HI
Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Planning & Permitting (DPP) is seeking to fill a vacant Human Resources Specialist V position in their Administrative Services Office in Honolulu. Under the general supervision of the Administrative Services Officer, this position is responsible for administering and overseeing the Department's personnel management program, including recruitment and examination, labor relations, classification and pay, staffing and reorganization, and personnel transactions, payroll, and employee benefits.

Requirements

  • Must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
  • Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree.
  • Four (4) years of progressively responsible professional human resources management work experience.
  • Knowledge of and experience in applying the principles of human resources administration.
  • Knowledge of basic principles relating to organization and management.
  • Ability to interpret and apply pertinent laws, rules and regulations, and contractual provisions.
  • Ability to elicit and obtain factual data, analyze and make sound recommendations as to the action to be taken.
  • Ability to research data and prepare clear and concise reports.
  • Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with other employees, management, and the general public.
  • Possession of an appropriate valid driver's license, as required.

Nice To Haves

  • A Master's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or Public Administration from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one year of professional human resources management work experience.

Responsibilities

  • Administer and oversee the recruitment & examination, labor relations, classification & pay, and staffing/reorganization programs for the Department.
  • Provide guidance and oversight on matters of: recruitment, certification, selection, employment suitability, promotions, demotions, and transfers.
  • Provide guidance and oversight on matters of: employee-employer relations, grievance administration, contract interpretation, and disciplinary matters affecting bargaining unit and excluded employees.
  • Provide guidance and oversight on matters of: initial allocation, reallocation of positions, and pricing/repricing of positions.
  • Provide guidance and oversight on matters of: staffing activities, organizational structures, and recommending and overseeing reorganization proposals.
  • Assure compliance with and provide administrative interpretation of civil service, equal employment opportunity, and other laws, collective bargaining agreements, and rules and regulations.
  • Oversee personnel transactions, payroll, employee benefits, and coordinate workers’ compensation matters.
  • May represent the Department in the union consultation process.

Benefits

  • Generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays)
  • Comprehensive health coverage
  • Retirement plan
  • Career development
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