HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general direction of the Northern Deputy Chief of Labor Relations, performs specialized professional duties in Labor Relations. Researches and carries out grievance, discipline, labor relations functions and activities including but not limited to discipline, grievances, arbitrations, civil service hearings and unfair labor charges. As a confidential assistant, has authorized access to confidential labor relations information, makes recommendations and oversees agency-wide disciplinary actions and advises staff on proper procedures and policies in all disciplinary matters. Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois. The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
Requires two (2) years of professional human resources experience.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties.

Nice To Haves

Two (2) years of professional experience providing advice and counsel to employees and leaders regarding discipline process and procedures.
Two (2) years of professional experience in labor relations.
Two (2) years of professional experience working with personnel rules, Collective Bargaining Agreements, Comprehensive Employment Plan or similar compliance rules and regulations for a public or private organization.
Two (2) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.

Responsibilities

Under general direction of the Northern Deputy Chief Labor Relations and/or designee, performs specialized professional duties in Labor Relations.
As a confidential assistant, coordinates statewide disciplinary actions; conducts highly technical reviews of statewide disciplinary actions, conferring with Labor Relations Managers, Liaisons and Administrators on charges, level of discipline and disciplinary packets.
Serves as a liaison to CMS (Central Management Services) Labor Relations staff, Labor Relations Managers, Liaisons, Administrators and personnel liaison staff in processing disciplinary actions, answers inquiries from management staff and personnel liaison.
Responds to inquiries regarding the discipline and grievance procedures; provides advice and counsel on disciplinary cases and assist with providing contract interpretation to administration in matters of discipline.
Assists with grievances as directed; gathers information for resolution; coordinates grievances to be included on the agenda, conducts meetings, takes notes, identifies precedents, reviews testimony/notes, written resolutions to grievances; prepares draft responses for CMS level grievances and discipline; participates in hearings as applicable.
Assists in a variety of special projects, many of which are of a confidential and sensitive nature; retrieves, compiles and maintains data, reports and files; coordinates and distributes requests for information to agency labor liaisons.
Assists in Labor Relations training sessions with management staff, attends staff meetings, conference, workshops and seminars to provide additional professional growth opportunities and experiences.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)