Reference #: 4615855 THE POSITION Are you looking for an opportunity to specialize in employee relations? The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Department of Agriculture (AG), and the Milk Board Human Resource (HR) Office has an opening for a Human Resource Analyst 3 to serve as an Employee Relations Specialist. Advance your career with our team while you conduct investigations for potential employee misconduct, consult with managers, and work with the various unions served by the HR Office!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Human Resource Analyst 3, you will be responsible for coordinating employee relations activities in assigned organizations within the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), Department of Agriculture, and Milk Board. Work includes coordinating disciplinary actions, advising managers and supervisors on disciplinary procedures, principles, and standards, conducting pre-disciplinary conferences, as well as recommending appropriate action and prepares disciplinary letters. You will have the opportunity to utilize your experience as you interpret and apply the provisions of collective bargaining agreements (CBA) or memorandums of understanding (MOU) between the Commonwealth and AFSCME, UGSOA, FOSCEP, FOP, and PSRA unions. This includes interpreting and applying employment related law, regulations, management directives, policies, and work rules.

Take the next step in your human resource career and make your career aspirations a reality!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch, negotiable. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Human Resource Analyst 2 (Commonwealth title); or Three years of analytical experience that includes two years of professional human resource experience, and a bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment prefe ences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.