Human Resource Associate

Posting Begin Date: 2024/06/26

Posting End Date: 2024/07/10

Category: Human Resources

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Boise, ID, United States

Minimum Salary: 17.85

Maximum Salary: 20.23

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

State of Idaho Division of Human Resources

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The Idaho Division of Human Resources (DHR) is seeking a Human Resource Associate. This announcement will be used to fill a classified position located at the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC) located in Boise, ID. This position will provide support for IDOC, Correctional Industries, and the Commission on Pardons and Parole, and will work collaboratively with the Idaho Division of Human Resources.

About the Idaho Department of Correction:

The mission of the Idaho Department of Correction is to create a model correctional system that provides equitable access to programming and opportunities that reflect a community experience, foster connections, and restore victims of crime. The Department is looking for candidates who want to make a positive impact! Begin an exciting and rewarding career with an organization that truly makes a difference transforming the lives one person, one family, and one community at a time.

Summary:

To perform human resource administrative support tasks encompassing the employee lifecycle such as recruitment and selection, classification, compensation, employee development and training, employee relations and employment compliance activities. This position may provide support to multiple agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Maintaining employee records, responding to requests for information, orienting new employees

• Entering personnel actions for compliance with federal, state and agency rules, policies and procedures, and preparing and submitting personnel, payroll and benefits documents

• Assisting in areas such as recruitment, training, employee relations and classification program

• Supporting recruitment functions such as composing announcements, creating, modifying and implementing recruitment plans, explaining application and hiring processes, and supporting managers regarding election practices

• Recommending feedback and changes to human resource policies, researching and communicating with agency staff on human resource trends and issues and assisting in the problem-solving process

• Conducting preliminary classification work including collecting job analysis data, recommending revisions to existing class specifications, and compiling compensation data

• May process payroll and perform related functions

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is the first level in Human Resource job family. This classification does not require any prior HR specific experience. At this level incumbents operate within routine practices utilizing established systems, resources, policies and information to complete their work. The primary focus of this position is information processing and gathering. Refers any complex issues to appropriate resource.

Minimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of:

• Administrative support functions including organizational skills, composing business documents, compiling and summarizing data

Experience:

• Providing customer service

• Interpreting, applying and explaining laws, rules, regulations and policies

MQ Specialties:

Ability to:

• Willingness to work in a correctional facility

Preferred Qualifications:

Some knowledge of:

• Interviewing methods

• Computerized record systems

Experience:

• Making presentations before groups

• Preparing written correspondence and reports

• Performing complex data analysis

• Coordinating recruitment using an applicant tracking system

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.