Human Resources Consultant II

DESCRIPTION:

Do you want to work on a team whose shared values are trust, communication, respect, teamwork, accountability, and diversity, inclusion & belonging?

Do you value professional development?

Read on—and consider applying today!

Working for the CBJ is a local experience where your work has value and impact. Our new team member will gain an in-depth understanding of city services. Our staff have the opportunity to connect to our community in ways that other positions do not by gaining knowledge of the many types of positions, schedules and employees needed to operate the CBJ.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We strive to maintain a work environment that is positive and supportive. We value people who can build and maintain credible, positive relationships with CBJ employees, supervisors, and managers. This position requires analytical ability to resolve issues and strong writing skills to draft investigative, classification, and performance management documents. We value a candidate who has a balance of the ability to produce work and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.

Additional competencies we are looking for:

• Exceptional client service skills, including being responsive and timely to meet and exceed client expectations
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate and work effectively with a diverse team
• Attention to detail and the ability to produce consistently accurate work
• A strong work ethic that demonstrates reliability and a commitment to overcoming challenges and demonstrating independent initiative to completing task
• Strong organizational skills to manage a variety of documents and tasks

THE BENEFITS OF JOINING OUR TEAM: The Human Resources and Risk Management team has 12 employees. The HR Division provides HR services to over 900 employees. Our office is small but active: no one has ever complained of being bored here! We offer training opportunities, including professional certification and classes to help our employees reach their potential. If you meet our minimum qualifications, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not have experience in every area listed above.

WORKING HOURS AND LOCATION: The incumbent of this position will work downtown in the City Hall building with a view of Marine Park and the channel. The general work schedule assigned to this role will be Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. We offer our employees the choice of free parking in the Marine Way parking garage, or a bus pass. We make efforts to allow flexibility for our team members when at all possible. Our work is regularly performed in our physical office location, however, members of our team are able to take advantage of a hybrid work arrangement. We would consider allowing eligible employees to work from home two days a week in accordance with CBJ Working Away From the Worksite policy.

Typical Responsibilities

If you are selected for this position, you will perform a wide variety of human resource tasks, including working in partnership with supervisors and managers to enhance our workplaces and make CBJ an employer of choice in our community.

Our HR Consultants provide a valued service working in the areas of employee relations, labor relations, employment law, classification and compensation, recruitment, selection, and training (check out our web page: https://juneau.org/human-resources). We are a full-service office and if you choose to work for us you will have opportunities to be supported while you grow in your field.

Examples of work conducted in this position include the following:

• Reviews and screens applications for employment on the basis of experience and training.
• Writes clear, complete, accurate, and logical reports, specifications, test items, and documentation.
• Provides consulting services to departments; reviews and/or audits departmental personnel actions to ensure compliance with established procedures, contract provisions and Personnel Rules.
• Develops statements of objectives, explains issues, makes recommendations to improve management practices, and acts as an advisor.
• Advises supervisors on work performance problems and issues.
• Performs research studies on various personnel topics and reports findings in writing.
• Conducts position audits and prepares written reports on findings.
• Conduct investigations into employee conduct and facilitate the disciplinary process with supervisors, managers and union officials, draft investigative findings.
• Prepares new or revised class specifications; determines FLSA and bargaining placement.
• Provides classification, compensation and benefits information to other organizations.
• Interviews job applicants; participates in and advises interview panels.
• Investigates formal and informal grievances, EEO, and citizen complaints.
• Assists in preparing training materials and organizing City-wide training programs.
• Researches and drafts responses to union grievances and appeals; performs investigation of employee complaints, acts as an advisor to managers concerning routine disciplinary matters.
• On a daily basis uses a variety of computer systems to perform work or research issues. Examples include, Infor Lawson HR system, UKG timekeeping, UKG Family leave tracking, NEOGOV recruitment applicant tracking, and Microsoft office suite (365).
• Works as a subject matter expert in various HR systems to develop and implement procedures and processes. This includes providing quality control, guidance, and communication to internal staff and external staff regarding records processing.
• Develops informational materials for use by managers, supervisors, administrative personnel, and employees. Develops curriculum, prepares visual aids, and presents training on human resources management practices and policies.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: A four-year degree from an accredited college in human resource management, public or business administration, the social sciences or related field.

Education substitution: Journey-level human resource experience in specialized areas of HR, labor relations, employee development, position classification, EEO or employee selection process may substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

AND

Experience: One year of journey level professional human resource experience as an HR Consultant I or equivalent elsewhere; OR two years of professional level administrative experience of which a substantial part of the duties involved human resource work.

“Human resource” includes experience in classification and compensation, recruitment and selection, employee and labor-management relations, employer provided benefit programs, personnel and payroll, employment law compliance, and employee training. Supervision of subordinate employees does not in itself constitute human resource work.

Other: A valid Driver’s License at time of appointment and for continued employment.

Supplemental Information

Additional required information: Please include a cover letter with your application that includes information on how your knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience relates to the minimum qualifications and the duties listed in the job announcement.

For specific questions in reference to this vacancy, applicants should contact the hiring manager, Cindy Carte, HR Manager at Cindy.Carte@juneau.gov or (907) 586-5250, ext. 4083.

Please read the below information carefully to ensure your application submission meets all submittal requirements.

Education
If you are using education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your education in your application, and you may be required to provide transcripts.

Work Experience
If you are using work experience to meet the minimum qualifications, you must document your work experience in the application.

If your application does not support minimum qualifications, you may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination that your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

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EEO Statement

The City & Borough of Juneau complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call (907) 586-5250 or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973, or correspond with the Department of Human Resources & Risk Management at employment@juneau.gov or 155 Heritage Way, Juneau, AK 99801. The City and Borough of Juneau is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37.21 - $41.04 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• journey level: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Juneau, AK 99801 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Juneau, AK 99801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Juneau, AK 99801

Salary : $37 - $41