Employees in this class serve as consultants supporting general human resources functions or specializing in a specific human resources function in a large agency.
Employees in this class operate under limited supervision and have broad decision-making authority in providing human resources consultation to managers, employees, or other human resources staff generally or in a designated program area(s). Positions typically report to an agency HR director or manager. Human resources functions supported may include alternative dispute resolution, classification, compensation, employee relations, recruitment and workforce planning.
Determines appropriate action by conducting analysis in designated program area(s). Researches and resolves requests within designated program area(s). Conducts analysis and prepares recommendations for implementation. Provides training to agency human resources staff and other state employees in designated program area(s). Provides advice and recommendations to agency human resources staff in designated program area(s). Conducts analysis of external practices in designated program area(s) and prepares recommendations based on analysis. Conducts analysis and prepares reports in designated program area(s). Ensures that data and records are kept in designated program area(s) in a user friendly and accessible manner for agency human resources staff, the legislature and the public as appropriate. Ensures compliance with relevant federal and state laws and state human resources policies.
Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources management. Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal laws and state human resources laws, policies and practices. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely orally and in writing. Ability to exercise good judgment in analyzing situations and making recommendations and/or decisions within delegated level of authority.
A bachelor’s degree and relevant human resources experience. A master’s degree in human resources management may substitute for the required experience.