Human Resources Analyst B , C, or Specialist

16/50597661/HRDQM/4.11.25-TM
Section 16 – Human Resources
Human Resources Analyst B - Specialist

About this Position:
This position is located in the Headquarters Human Resources Section and reports directly to the Compensation and Staffing Unit Manager (Human Resources Manager B). This position is one of two Human Resources Specialists responsible for managing the DOTD HR Data Quality Management (DQM) Program for the agency's six offices, which include the Office of the Secretary, the Office of Management and Finance, the Office of Operations, Office of Engineering, Office of Planning, and Office of Multimodal Commerce and encompass 4,300 positions. This includes auditing all personnel actions and pay changes entered in LaGov HCM, as well as authorized actions in the NeoGov/ LA Careers system to ensure data quality management statewide. The incumbent is also responsible for ensuring all actions comply with DOTD policies and procedures, Civil Service rules and standards, and Federal and State laws relative to this program area, while ensuring excellent customer service. The incumbent focuses on increasing the effectiveness of assigned program and ensures implementation of improvement plans. The incumbent systematically evaluates results and recommends adjustments when necessary. Extensive knowledge of the LaGov HCM and NeoGov/LA Careers systems is required to ensure accountability, efficiency, and integrity of data. From the most recent affirmed SF3, include the verbiage from the “Function of Work” section here.

While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with all applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

AN IDEAL CANIDATE SHOULD POSESS THE FOLLLOWING COMPETENCIES: 
Communicating Effectively: The ability to relay information correctly and appropriately to connect people and ideas.
Focusing on Customers: The ability to serve the needs of those who support and/or rely on the services provided.
Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to form an opinion objectively and decisively based on relevant information and in accordance with established standards.

This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.

**Special Entrance Rate (SER)**
Human Resources Analyst B - $1,491.20/biweekly
Human Resources Analyst C - $1,648.00/biweekly
Human Resources Specialist - $1,821.60 /biweekly
 
** Progressive Premium Pay for hours actually worked**
0 months to less than 2 years - $1.00/hour
2 years to less than 4 years - $1.50/hour
4 years or greater - $2.00/hour
 
This position is in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is being posted at the following levels: Human Resources Analyst B, Human Resources Analyst C, and Human Resources Specialist. The maximum salary for the Human Resources Specialist is $96,533.00.  Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.
 
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
 
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
 
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the ‘Application Status’ link after logging into their account.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. *
 
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Nolitha LeDay-McDowell, PSHRA-SCP
HR Compensation and Staffing Unit Manager, HQ Human Resources
Phone: 225-379-1253
Email: Nolitha.mcdowell2@la.gov
 
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
 
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available:https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Function of Work:
To perform diversified and technical tasks in the maintenance of human resources functions.

Level of Work:
Experienced.

Supervision Received:
Direct from a Human Resources Supervisor, Human Resources Specialist, or higher level administrative official.

Supervision Exercised:
None.

Location of Work:
May be used by all state agencies.

Job Distinctions:
Differs from Human Resources Analyst A by the presence of experienced level human resources responsibilities.

Differs from the Human Resources Analyst C by the absence of advanced level human resources responsibilities.

Please refer to the approved DSCS Allocation Criteria Memorandum for specific allocation requirements.

75% Data Quality Management 
Establishes processes/procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with DOTD policies and procedures, Civil Service rules and standards, and Federal and State laws relative to program area. Analyzes data entry in LA Gov HCM and personnel action processing for District/HQ HR department-wide. Conducts reviews in NeoGov to include confirming accuracy of qualification assessments for selected applicants. Provides technical assistance as needed to District/HQ HR on personnel data-entry related matters. Audits all actions entered in HCM biweekly to allow for correction as necessary prior to the following payroll run, as well as oversees procedures for retroactive processing of actions. Reports corrections needed and follows-up to ensure corrections are made in HCM, LA Careers, and on all supporting documentation provided by District/HQ HR staff. Ensures that District/HQ HR staff process actions consistently according to set guidelines and use correct forms. Resolves discrepancies with Civil Service or other control agencies pertaining to all such actions.

Collaborates with HQ Staffing Unit and District HR Unit management, and travels to District HR offices to provide in-depth analysis, support, and technical assistance as needed. Trains new HR staff on the DQM program and requirements for compliance. Interprets data analysis, application of Civil Service rules and standards, and DOTD policy and procedures relating to personnel actions for management, employees, and applicants. 

Consults with both internal and external auditors relative to DQM operations and procedures. Works on special projects as assigned to develop and evaluate program improvements. Evaluates the effectiveness of the program and initiates/implements changes as approved by immediate supervisor. 

20% Reporting 
Generates various statistical and informational reports biweekly, monthly, quarterly, and on a fiscal year basis as needed to analyze the program's compliance. Develops, generates, and updates statistical and informational reports to communicate areas of deficiency, track trends, recommend improvements, and provide data as requested.

5% Miscellaneous 
Attends trainings and meetings to stay abreast of information system, policy, and rule changes. May be required to perform all other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/ disaster support.

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