Human Resources Specialist V

TPWD - Human Resources Specialist V (00009984) 

: PARKS AND WILDLIFE DEPARTMENT 

: Texas-Austin 

: 

DW-TPWD Headquarters 

4200 Smith School Road 

 Austin 78744

 

: Business and Financial Operations 

: Regular 

: Full-time Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 

: Yes, 25 % of the Time 

State Job Code: 1737  

Salary Admin Plan: B 

Grade: 22  

: 5,000.00 - 5,300.00 (Monthly) 

: 1 

: Exempt 

: Apr 1, 2020, 10:03:20 AM 

: Apr 15, 2020, 11:59:00 PM 

 TPWD MISSION

To manage and conserve the natural and cultural resources of Texas and to provide hunting, fishing and outdoor recreation opportunities for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.

PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment (month/year) and hours worked per week, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application will be considered incomplete. Applications with “See attached" or "See resume" will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Omission of data can be the basis for disqualification; you may state ‘unknown’ for any incomplete fields. A scanned copy of official college transcript(s) issued from the registrar must be attached to the online application (if applicable).

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PHYSICAL WORK ADDRESS: TPWD Headquarters, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, Texas 78744

HIRING CONTACT: Errol Hardin, (512) 389-8411 

Under the direction of the Human Resources Employee Relations Manager, this position is responsible for performing advanced senior-level human resources management work specializing in employee relations issues. Serves as one of the principal contacts for employees and supervisors analyzing problems and providing consultation and solutions to employee relations issues. Provides objective counsel and advice regarding employee rights and responsibilities and related issues such as employee/supervisor disputes, employment law or policy interpretation, job performance, workplace conduct and disciplinary process. Works to help resolve conflicts at the lowest levels. Acts with discretion in handling sensitive employee data. Receives daily guidance from and coordinates work with the Employee Relations Manager. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs additional duties as assigned. Complies with all Agency, Division and Branch rules, regulations and procedures.

 

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources or closely related field.

Six years experience in human resource employee relations including experience advising managers and employees, and conducting discrimination and other employment complaint investigations;

Two years experience producing written findings and writing investigative reports;

Two years experience managing and/or overseeing special projects.

NOTE: Experience may have occurred concurrently.

Must possess or be able to obtain, within 30 days of employment, a valid class “C” Texas driver’s license.

NOTE: Retention of position contingent upon obtaining and maintaining required license.

Education:

One additional year human resource employee relations experience including experience advising managers and employees and conducting discrimination and other employment complaint investigations may substitute for thirty semester hours of the required education, with a maximum substitution of 120 semester hours.

Education:

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a Human Resources or closely related field.

Experience in formal conflict mediation;

Experience managing a HR program or function;

Experience in designing and delivering training;

Experience working in Texas State Government.

Current HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification OR SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification;

Texas Basic 40-hr Mediator Certification issued by a professional accreditation.

Knowledge of Human Resources related state and federal laws;

Knowledge of TPWD Human Resources related policies and procedures;

Knowledge of federal and state employment law, including Title VII, ADA, FMLA and FLSA;

Skill in using MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook;

Skill in effective grammatically correct oral and written communication;

Skill in providing quality customer service in a courteous and professional manner;

Skill in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts;

Skill in deescalating emotionally charged situations leading to calm and civil interactions;

Skill in effective interaction with staff at all levels of the department and other State agencies and organizations;

Skill in providing direction and guidance to other team members;

Skill in managing several projects simultaneously;

Skill in meeting deadlines;

Skill in gathering and analyzing qualitative data through interviews, gathering and analyzing quantitative data, drawing logical conclusions from data sets and producing written findings;

Skill in identifying, researching and compiling information;

Skill in knowing how to find information and identifying essential information;

Skill in interpreting, analyzing and explaining policies and procedures;

Skill in making independent, sound and timely decisions;

Skill in analyzing information and data;

Ability to work as a member of a team;

Ability to work independently with little or no supervision;

Ability to prepare and deliver presentations before groups or individuals;

Ability to effectively demonstrate negotiation and facilitations skills;

Ability to remain professionally objective and not interject personal biases

Ability to be detailed oriented and have a high degree of accuracy;

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information;

Ability to maintain flexibility and work with frequent interruptions and multiple changing priorities;

Ability to maintain professional composure under stressful conditions.

Ability to listen empathetically, ask relevant questions and abstract facts from conversations and interviews;

Ability to identify and resolve employee relations problems, to counsel employees and managers on sensitive issues;

Ability to manage multiple assignments and to plan, coordinate and report on projects and events;

Ability to work under stressful conditions;

Ability to devise logical strategies base on variables that are present

Ability to travel by motor vehicle for prolonged periods of drive time;

Ability to perform manual labor, including lifting supplies and materials up to 10 lbs.;

Ability to perform work activities in accordance with TPWD safety program.

Required to work from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday/flexible schedules available;

Required to work on holidays, weekends and hours other than 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. as necessary;

Required to work under emotionally stressful situations;

Required to perform manual labor, including supplies and materials up to 10 lbs.;

Required to travel to various locations by motor vehicle; with prolonged periods of drive time, which may exceed 3 hours;

Required to operate a State vehicle;

Required to travel 30%, with possible overnight stays;

Non-smoking environment in State buildings and vehicles.