Salary: See Position Description
Location : Hackensack, NJ
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2024-09900
Central Office/Vicinage: Bergen Vicinage
Division: Human Resources
Opening Date: 05/31/2024
Closing Date: 6/24/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
When you come to work for New Jersey Judiciary you will join an 8500-member strong TEAM that operates with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness and quality service. You will be engaged with work that has purpose, meaning and makes a difference in lives of the public we serve. We work hard every day to build the public's trust and confidence in our court system, which includes issues such as bail reform, marijuana decriminalization and recovery court. Whether it be in a courtroom, an administrative office, a courthouse training room, an IT office or in the field, our Judiciary workforce is improving the lives of countless individuals and families every day. We honor the dignity and individualism of each member of our organization while fostering professionalism and continuous improvement in our work.
SALARY: The salary range for this position is $49,096.79 to $80,436.91 for Schedule A, and $49,096.79 to $76,415.06 for Schedule B. For newly hired individuals, the starting salary will normally be at the minimum of the salary range. For current Judiciary employees, salary upon promotion or advancement will be an increase of 5% of base salary, not to exceed the maximum of the range, or the minimum salary of the band/level, whichever is greater.Judiciary employees hired prior to June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule A. Newly hired individuals, and Judiciary employees hired on or after June 3, 2014, are considered Schedule B.
The Judiciary offers a strong opportunity for growth.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Bergen Vicinage is seeking a detail-oriented human resources professional who is committed to providing exceptional customer service. The successful candidate must be a team player who possesses strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Under the general direction of the Human Resources Division Manager and Human Resources Supervisor, the successful candidate must have the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, have a high degree of accuracy in all work performed, be goal-oriented, and demonstrate exceptional writing and communication skills. In addition, the successful candidate must possess the skills to execute and complete special projects, possess excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills, and have superior computer skills including knowledge of MS Office. This individual must also possess knowledge of human resource practices, including but not limited to federal, state, and local government regulations and have the ability to interpret Judiciary policies, procedures, regulations, laws, and bargaining unit agreements and accurately communicate this information to management and staff.
REMOTE WORK : The Judiciary currently offers a hybrid work schedule, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work outside of Judiciary buildings. To participate in this program, in addition to installing a multifactor authentication app on your phone or tablet, you will be required to have high speed home internet access.
Example of Duties

This position will be responsible for performing a variety of general human resources functions, including but not limited to:

• Handle aspects of recruitment
• Compile statistical reports
• Assist with planning and implementing special projects, programs, and events
• Develop procedures to ensure efficient operation of the division
• Communicate Human Resources policies/procedures to vicinage staff
• Advise management on Human Resources issues
• Participate in team or work unit meetings and special projects
• Compose routine correspondence
• Verify data against source documents
• Maintain recordkeeping systems
• Tabulate statistical data
• Conduct research
• Attend job fairs and community outreach events
• Perform other duties as required

Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.
Substitution: Applicants who do not possess the required education may substitute additional paraprofessional and/or professional experience on a year-for-year basis with one year of such experience being equal to 30 semester hour credits. An associate's degree and two years of additional paraprofessional and/or professional experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
Applicants who are approaching their anticipated graduation date may apply. If selected, the applicant must complete their degree no later than their start date.
Education Note: Degrees conferred outside of the United States must be evaluated by a recognized evaluation service. (See )
New Jersey Courts offers an exciting and rewarding public service career with incredible employee benefits for full-time employees only and their eligible dependents such as:

• State Health Benefits Program including options for medical, dental and prescription coverage
• Public Employee's Retirement System pension program
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness for employees with 10 years or more of service
• Generous leave program which includes vacation, personal and sick leave and 13 annual paid holidays
• Voluntary investment programs separate from and in addition to the pension plan through the Deferred Compensation Plan and the Supplemental Annuity Trust of New Jersey (SACT)
• Comprehensive training offerings including LinkedIn Learning.
• Tax Savings Programs including the Premium Option Plan, Medical Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account and Commuter TaxSave
• NJBest 529 College Savings Plan
• Member Term Life Coverage including basic and optional plans