Job description

Apply at: https://www.azstatejobs.gov/jobs/employee-relations-specialist-human-resources-analyst-intermediate-phoenix-arizona-united-states

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS SPECIALIST(HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST INTERMEDIATE) - Job # 517522

Job Location:

Human Resources & Development Group
1831 West Jefferson street
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
https://corrections.az.gov/

Posting Details:

Salary: $56,453.28 to $61,000.00

Grade: 20

Closing Date: 05/22/2023

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

Job Summary:

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to fill the Employee Relations Specialist position. This individual assists management and staff by providing professional-level guidance regarding intermediate-level issues pertaining to employee discipline, equal opportunity, performance, health-related absence and work assignment issues. Also with preparing fact-finding and professional correspondence regarding departmental policies, employee discipline, employee grievances, equal opportunity issues and other correspondence.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona, unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

- Reviews disciplinary letters, and assists in the grievance process by reviewing required documents, time-frames, issuing grievance control numbers and uploading related information/documents into the Employee Relations Tracking System (ERTS)
- Develops and prepares Employee Relations (ER)/Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) reports, maintains the unit tracking logs, forms and assists with developing standard work
- Assists the Human Resources Supervisor and Senior Employee Relations/EEO Specialist with preparing fact-finding and preparing professional correspondence regarding departmental policies, employee discipline, employee grievances, equal opportunity issues and other correspondence
- Provides guidance regarding intermediate-level issues pertaining to employee discipline, equal opportunity, performance, health-related absence and work assignment issues
- Drives on State business
- Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:
- Laws, rules, regulations and procedures pertaining to personnel administration, Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) Personnel Rules, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
- Amended Civil Rights Act of 1964
- Arizona state government operations, structure and/or functions within ADCRR
- Personal computers and various software applications sufficient to perform daily tasks
- Business English and proper grammar
- Problem-solving methods techniques

Skill in:
- Verbal and written communication
- Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships
- Organization and time management
- Problem-solving and decision making
- Researching
- Data analysis and spreadsheets
- Report writing

Ability to:
- Effectively communicate thoughts and ideas
- Effectively interpret policy and procedures
- Analyze problems or complaints and determine acceptable solutions
- Maintain a professional demeanor and remain objective
- Indirectly oversee projects and/or programs
- Provide guidance to a diverse group of individuals
- Maintain confidentiality
- Learn methods of effective management, leadership, counseling and mediation

Selective Preference(s):

- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a closely related field and two (2) years of experience as a Human Resources Analyst or equivalent experience
- Relevant HR Certification

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Requires possession of, and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver’s license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12).
Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:
- Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
- Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
- Exceptional retirement program
- Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
- An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program
- By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).
Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.
Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us:

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-255-2430.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,453.00 - $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person

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