Senior HR Business Partner - Miami Correctional Facility

State of Indiana•Bunker Hill, IN

10d•$67,314•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Human Resource Business Partner provides day-to-day consultation in, and facilitates the development, implementation, monitoring, and coordination of human resources programs for the Indiana Department of Corrections. This role provides guidance and consultation on human resource issues, policies and procedures. This position will be located at the Miami Correctional Facility.

Requirements

Broad knowledge of the principles, laws, regulations, theories and practices of human resources management and administration.
Thorough knowledge of statewide HR mission, vision, and goals.
Extensive knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations and policies as defined by the State Personnel Department, formal grievance procedures, Civil Rights legislation, and the overall mechanics of the merit and non-merit systems.
Extensive knowledge of the agency mission and administrative policies.
Extensive knowledge of specific human resources programs such as: ADA, Affirmative Action, and employee relations.
Extensive knowledge of agency programs, structure and staffing.
Working knowledge of computer and software programs and the ability to utilize these skills in the completion of job duties.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to research and document findings.
Ability to formulate sound recommendations and make appropriate decisions with consideration of potential impact on agency/division statewide.
Ability to effectively prioritize a variety of projects/functions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to successfully negotiate resolutions to complex problems or situations.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to develop, implement, coordinate and present training programs (including the assessment of training needs and development of curriculum).
Ability to organize thoughts and ideas in a logical manner.
Ability to plan and organize the work of other employees.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Responsibilities

Provides consultation and guidance to agency executives and local office staff regarding human resources functions/issues (e.g., employee relations, policy, and procedures).
Identifies potential classification/compensation, reorganization problems and recommends solutions to management.
Develops curriculum, coordinates and/or conducts training on various human resources/management issues/topics.
Reviews and makes recommendations on agency/division policies, work improvement plans and requests for working test extension.
May coordinate and/or conduct agency new employee orientation.
Keeps abreast of new developments, legislative changes and court cases impacting work areas.
Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
Maintains Human Resource Information System records and compiles reports from the database.
Assists in the evaluation of reports, decisions and results of assigned agency in relation to established goals.
Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of assigned agency and services performed.
Participates in developing agency goals, objectives, and systems.

Benefits

Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
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