Human Resources Specialist (District 07)

State of Louisiana • Lake Charles, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as the HR Specialist for the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) in District 07, located in Lake Charles. The role reports directly to the Region 3 HR District HR Manager and acts as the lead worker and liaison for the District 07 HR office. The incumbent will support over 3000 employees across twelve districts in all aspects of HR functions. This position requires broad knowledge of the LaGov HCM system, Civil Service Rules and regulations, DOTD policies and procedures, and federal and state employment laws. The role involves exercising independent judgment, discretion, and effective communication skills. Periodic statewide and/or overnight travel may be required. DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

Requirements

• Six years of human resources experience; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of human resources experience; OR A bachelor’s degree plus three years of human resources experience; OR An advanced degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, industrial and organizational psychology, organizational behavior, or a Juris Doctorate plus two years of human resources experience.
• Broad knowledge of the LaGov HCM system and its reporting capabilities.
• Knowledge of Civil Service Rules and regulations.
• Knowledge of DOTD policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and discretion.
• Communicating Effectively: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.
• Displaying Expertise: Solves problems using current expertise, explains concepts clearly, and adjusts messages for different audiences.
• Making Accurate Judgments: Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available info, context, and trade-offs.

Nice To Haves

• Designation as a Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), Professional in Human Resources (PHR), or a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary contact for District 07 HR Analysts for all HR matters and acts as a liaison between Headquarters HR and the District for the administration of HR programs.
• Acts as the lead worker and go-to expert responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of all HR functions.
• Implements and evaluates processes to create efficiencies; reviews personnel action entries to ensure the accuracy/data quality of data entered and supporting documentation; ensures compliance with established laws, rules, policies, and procedures; examines workflow and recommends the redistribution of workload.
• Acts as a strategic partner for specialized functions of HR, including but not limited to recruitment/onboarding, staffing, payroll/benefits, drug/alcohol testing, knowledge management, and retirement.
• Provides functional oversight of the District 07 HR office and offers support and professional development to District HR Analysts through formal and informal training/coaching.
• Runs reports from LaGov HCM to monitor entries, appointments, and produce a wide variety of complex statistical reports as requested by the District HR Unit Manager, HR Director, and/or District Administration.
• Makes recommendations on the development/revision of policies and procedures.
• Provides routine updates to HR District Unit Manager and ADA of Business.
• May assist in the selection process for District HR Analysts, and makes recommendations for hire, reallocation, and permanent status of District HR Analysts.
• Provides recommendations and guidance to District Administrators, ADA of Business, and HQ HR Management on non-routine matters and/or compliance issues.
• Acts as the liaison and strategic partner assisting with daily HR operations.
• Collaborates to understand and address ongoing needs; ensures continuity of services during peak seasons and/or due to turnover.
• May process and implement a full range of personnel related actions to include the entry of appointments, reallocations, separations, transfers, etc. in the LaGov HCM system.

Benefits

• The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level