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HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (DISTRICT 07)

State of Louisiana · Lake Charles, LA · 3 wk ago
Human ResourcesFull-time

At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

This position serves as the HR Specialist for the Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) and reports directly to the Region 3 HR District HR Manager. The District HR Unit is comprised of thirty-four (34) professional HR positions that support the twelve (12) District/Maintenance HR offices across the state (3000+ employees) in all aspects of HR functions. The incumbent serves as the lead worker and liaison for the District 07 HR office, requiring broad knowledge of the LaGov HCM system, Civil Service Rules and regulations, DOTD policies and procedures, and federal and state employment laws. The role exercises independent judgement and discretion, with effective oral and written communication skills. Periodic statewide and/or overnight travel is required.

Ideal Candidate Competencies

  • Communicating Effectively: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.
  • Displaying Expertise: Solves problems using current expertise, explains concepts clearly, and adjusts messages for different audiences.
  • Making Accurate Judgments: Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available information, context, and trade-offs.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Six years of human resources experience; or
  • Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of human resources experience; or
  • A bachelor’s degree plus three years of human resources experience; or
  • An advanced degree in human resources, business administration, public administration, industrial and organizational psychology, organizational behavior, or a Juris Doctorate plus two years of human resources experience.

Experience Substitution: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university substitutes for one year of experience (max 120 semester hours / four years). SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification substitutes for up to one year of required experience.

Responsibilities

  • Serves as the primary contact for District 07 HR Analysts for all HR matters and acts as a liaison between Headquarters HR and the District for HR program administration.
  • Acts as the lead worker and go-to expert ensuring smooth operation of all HR functions, implementing and evaluating processes for efficiency.
  • Reviews personnel action entries for accuracy and compliance with laws, rules, policies, and procedures; examines workflow and recommends workload redistribution.
  • Serves as a strategic partner for specialized HR functions, including recruitment/onboarding, staffing, payroll/benefits, drug/alcohol testing, knowledge management, and retirement.
  • Provides functional oversight of the District 07 HR office and supports professional development of HR Analysts through training and coaching.
  • Runs reports from LaGov HCM to monitor entries, appointments, and produce complex statistical reports as requested.
  • Recommends policy and procedure development/revision and provides routine updates to HR leadership.
  • Assists in the selection process for District HR Analysts and makes recommendations for hire, reallocation, and permanent status.
  • Provides guidance to District Administrators and HQ HR on non-routine matters and compliance issues.
  • Collaborates to address ongoing HR operational needs and ensures service continuity during peak seasons or turnover.
  • Processes a full range of personnel actions (appointments, reallocations, separations, transfers) in the LaGov HCM system.

Benefits

  • Insurance Coverage: Competitive health, dental, vision, and life insurance options. More information.
  • Parental Leave: Up to six weeks of paid parental leave. More information.
  • Holidays and Leave: Paid holidays (New Year's Day, MLK Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and additional Governor-proclaimed holidays). Sick and annual leave accrual increases with years of service.
  • Retirement: Eligibility to participate in state retirement systems (e.g., Louisiana State Employees Retirement System, Teachers' Retirement System of Louisiana).

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