Deputy Human Resources Director (part-time)

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Deputy Human Resources Director (part-time)

Salary

$5,250.00 - $7,000.00 Monthly

Location

Denver Metro, CO

Job Type

Part Time

Job Number

QAA 00122 09.2024

Department

Department of Early Childhood

Opening Date

09/19/2024

Closing Date

9/26/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

710 S. Ash Street, Denver, CO 80246

FLSA Status

Exempt; position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Naomi Gonzales; naomi.gonzales@state.co.us

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

STATE OF COLORADO RESIDENCY REQUIRED

NOTE: This is a part-time position, estimated at 24 hours/week.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis is committed to building a Colorado For All, a place where everyone has an opportunity to succeed and live the Colorado way of life. Governor Polis is focused on lowering health care costs for hardworking Coloradans, transitioning the state to renewable energy sources, ensuring every Colorado child gets a quality education, and building an economy that works for everyone. The Governor's staff includes offices for budgeting, communications and outreach, legal counsel, legislative liaison, operations, policy and research, and scheduling.

Committed to Diversity - We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities. If you’re looking for a place where you can be your authentic self at work and celebrate the uniqueness of those around you, then we want to talk to you! State of Colorado employees were asked to reflect on their experience with equity, diversity, and inclusion. Click here to learn more about their experiences Colorado For All - Colorado Employees Reflect on Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAPo-IRsOZU&t=3s)

We offer a generous benefits package including:

• 11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave

• Medical, dental, and vision plans

• State paid life insurance policy

• Choice of 2 retirement plans (defined benefit or defined contribution)

• Optional 401(k) and 457 plans

• State paid short-term disability coverage

• Additional optional life and disability plans

• Credit Union membership

• Training and professional development

To learn more about State of Colorado benefits visit:https://www.colorado.gov/dhr/benefits.

This position will have the opportunity for a hybrid schedule (combination of in-office and remote workplace). Please note - equipment provisioning and certain onboarding tasks will take place in person, in our Denver office, on the first day of employment.

The Colorado Department of Early Childhood (CDEC) ensures the delivery of a comprehensive, community-informed, data-driven, high-quality, and equitable early childhood system that supports the care, education and well-being of all Colorado's young children, their families and early childhood professionals in all settings. CDEC provides access to collaborative, coordinated, quality early childhood programs and support to children, families, and early care professionals in an effort to best prepare Coloradans for future success. CDEC works with many partners, including parents, schools, child care providers, Early Childhood Councils, counties, Community Centered Boards, early intervention service providers, family resources centers, county human services, county public health, businesses, community organizations, and other stakeholders to provide high-quality early childhood and family support programs.

The People Operations Division’s mission is to support people and operations by providing solution-driven guidance, resources, and education to foster a high-functioning organization. We do this through customer-centric service, collaboration, compliance, accountability, and helping others thrive. This includes:

• Department-wide safety and security, compliance of standard operating procedures, department wide event planning & coordination, managing the Department’s Emergency Action Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan

• The full range of human resource services used to attract, develop, engage, and retain competent and productive talent needed to deliver the Department’s business.

• Employee training and development, supervisor training and development, employee engagement, workforce planning, team building, the Cornerstone Learning Management System (LMS), and implementing mandatory training.

  The Human Resources (HR) Unit within the People Operations Division exists to provide the full range of human resource services used to attract, develop, engage, and retain the competent and productive talent needed to deliver the Department's business. Functions include: recruitment/selection, job evaluation, and pay and benefits administration, absence management, workforce planning, performance management, employee and labor relations, dispute resolution, employee and organizational development, compliance with personnel rule and employment law, consultation and guidance to managers and employees, maintenance of official position and employee files, and HR metrics reporting.

Description of Job

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Human Resources Specialist VI (H4G6XX)

This position manages the daily operations of the HR Unit, which includes overseeing workload, implementing initiatives assigned by the HR Director, and supervising HR professionals. The position is responsible for the Department's recruiting program, personal services agreement, coordinating staffing management elements with workforce development and staff engagement, and is the lead resource in the specialty areas of workforce planning and selection for the Unit.

Position is primarily responsible for:

• Planning, prioritizing, assigning, analyzing and monitoring workload data, and maintaining appropriate staffing levels to ensure the quality and quantity of work products meet standards and deadlines for deliverables for the Unit's goals and objectives. Developing project plans, assigning and prioritizing work, and monitoring progress to implement HR initiatives assigned by the HR Director;

• Supervising HR team members, including determining assignments and priorities, reviewing progress, setting schedules and approving absences, identifying training and developmental needs, providing feedback, coaching, and planning and evaluating performance;

• Reviewing, revising, and developing internal operating processes and procedures;

• Working with managers on the full scope of the recruitment process from intake to hire;

• Leading HR workforce planning initiatives such as succession planning, workforce development, employee lifecycle activities, and employee engagement; and developing an approach for succession planning, including the development of work plans once approved, and assigning or participating in the implementation and consequent evaluation of the initiatives;

• With the HR Director, advises and collaborates on any HR-related trainings for the Department;

• Review and approve personal services agreements;

• Preparing monthly and quarterly reports on various metrics, team performance, as well as other data analytics as identified by the HR Director;

• Supervising, conducting or participating in investigations, mediation, dispute resolution and grievances, discrimination and sexual harassment complaints, reasonable accommodation requests, workplace violence and substance abuse issues, corrective/disciplinary actions, and other related actions involving employee rights; and

• Operating as the primary lead or resource to the HR Unit staff on selection/recruitment and the workforce planning elements of succession planning, employee development and engagement by maintaining in-depth current knowledge of the interpretation and application of employment law and rules, commonly used concepts, practices, procedures and trends and new techniques. Position applies this knowledge to advise and train HR staff; resolving the most complex issues and monitoring developments and determining changes in policy and processes to adapt to changes in the specialty areas.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:

Nine years of professional human resources experience, which must have included the following:

• Managing selection processes, including developing and conducting job analysis, recruitment strategies, job announcements, and candidate assessments;

• Thorough knowledge of state personnel rules, technical guidance and Colorado revised statutes and experience in interpreting and making business decisions based upon that knowledge;

• Employee relations and investigation experience;

• State of CO Personnel Certification in Job Evaluation, Selection, and Personal Services Contracts;

• Consulting with hiring managers regarding hiring practices (e.g. conducting interviews, recruiting for hard-to-fill positions, etc.); and

• Organizational/business development and design.

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.

• This experience must include at least 3 years working in the State of Colorado as a Human Resources professional

NOTE: This experience must have taken place within the last five (5) years.

OR

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Resource Management or a closely related field;AND5 years of professional experience in a combination of the following: human resources, recruitment, employee relations, FMLA administration, or health and wellness benefit plan administration to have included the other requirements above (i.e. supervisory experience, SPCP, etc.).

Please note: The required experience must be substantiated within the work experience section of your application and in the supplemental questions. Your resume will not be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; only the work experience section and supplemental questions of your application will be reviewed to determine this. “See Resume” statements on the application will not be accepted. In addition,part-time work will be prorated.

Substitutions:

Additional appropriate experience will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Additional appropriate education will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

DEFINITION OF PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Work that involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and personal accountability, and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field; and continuously studied to explore, extend, and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials, equipment, applications and methods.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous supervisory experience, to include the ability to build and manage teams, establishing goals and objectives to implement change;

• Experience utilizing a Human Resource Information System (HRIS);

• Certification from a professional human resources organization (e.g. PHR, SPHR, SHRM, IPMA-CP, etc.);

• Demonstrated experience with conflict resolution and management, including effectively building and maintaining relationships/teams;

• Demonstrated experience creating and implementing initiatives, specifically those related to the development and maintenance of the organization (employee morale, employee engagement, retention, etc.).

Highly Desirable Competencies:

• Superior customer service.

• Strong organizational skills.

• Demonstrated accuracy, thoroughness, attention to detail, and ability to monitor own work to ensure quality.

• Strong computer skills.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills including forming and maintaining productive working relationships at all levels in the organization and with other stakeholders.

• Innovative thinking and ability to recommend process improvements.

• Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Work independently while taking initiative and predicting stakeholder needs.

• Ability to understand and apply rules, procedures, processes, and concepts.

• Ability to advise others.

• Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments

• Proven ability to analyze information and select the best course of action.

  CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Applicants must pass a thorough background check prior to employment.

• Employees who have been disciplinary terminated, resigned in lieu of disciplinary termination, or negotiated their termination from the State of Colorado must disclose this information on the application.

  APPEAL RIGHTS:

  If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

  An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

  For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental Information

How to Apply (https://careers.colorado.gov/how-to-apply) (PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

Please note that ONLY your State of Colorado job application will be reviewed during the initial screening; if you submit a resume and cover letter, they will be reviewed in later stages of the selection process. Therefore, it is paramount that you clearly describe all your relevant experience on the application itself. Applications left blank or marked "SEE RESUME" will not be considered.

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

• A complete CDEC Application for Announced Vacancy (please submit online using the green 'APPLY' button at the top of this announcement)

• A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (The questionnaire is part of the online application. You will be prompted to answer them as you are completing your online application.)

• If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

• If you are a veteran, a copy of your DD214. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application.

  Your application will be reviewed against the minimum qualifications for the position. If your application demonstrates that you meet the minimum qualifications, you will be invited to the comparative analysis process, which is described below. Part-time experience will be pro-rated.

  Comparative Analysis Process

  The comparative analysis process will consist primarily of a review of applications against the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position. Applications will be reviewed in comparison to all others in the applicant pool in order to identify a top group of candidates who may be invited for a final interview. We anticipate interviews for this position will be done via Google Meet/Hangouts or Zoom. Depending on the size of the applicant pool, additional selection processes may be utilized to identify a top group of candidates. Applicants will be notified of their status via email.

  Failure to submit properly completed documents by the closing date will result in your application being rejected.

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

ADAAA Accommodations: The Colorado Department of Early Childhood is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Director of Human Resources:naomi.gonzales@state.co.us.

The Department does not offer sponsored visas for employment purposes.

Technical Assistance

If you experience difficulty in uploading or attaching documents to your online application, or for any other technical difficulties, call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 anytime between 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. (Pacific Time).

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.

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All positions at the Department require that potential employees undergo a thorough background check. As a condition of employment, you are required to submit to pre-employment screening if offered the position. Are you willing to meet this requirement?

• Yes

• No

  02

  The salary range listed is already reflective of the part-time schedule. Are you willing to accept an offer within the posted salary range?

• Yes

• No

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  Former state employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position. Otherwise, please list N/A.

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  List any additional relevant experience you would like us to consider in determining if you meet the qualifications of this position. Please, include the months and years relevant to the experience you describe.

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  Please describe your experience managing activities pertaining to job classification and compensation analysis and determination. Include an explanation of the methods and criteria you use to perform these activities. Please provide a specific example of a challenging analysis you successfully managed.

  06

  Please describe your work experience providing guidance in the interpretation and application of state personnel laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.

  07

  This position has been designated as hybrid. The Hiring Manager will discuss the expectations and details of the schedule with you during the interview process. A workspace is provided for the employee when they come into the office, which could include a cubicle, office, or hoteling station. When required to come into the assigned state workplace, the employee is required to bear the expense of commuting. Do you understand this expectation and are you willing to meet this requirement? [Please write "YES" in the space below in order to continue in the selection process.]

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