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Employee Relations / EEO Consultant
Job no : 5037963
Work type : Full-Time (Salaried)
Location : Richmond (City), Virginia
Categories : Administrative Services
Title : Employee Relations / EEO Consultant
State Role Title : Human Resource Analyst II
Hiring Range : $70,000-$90,000
Pay Band : 5
Agency : Department of Motor Vehicles
Location : Department of Motor Vehicles
Agency Website : www.dmv.virginia.gov
Recruitment Type : General Public - G
Job Duties
This position serves as a consultant in DMV's centralized headquarters by providing technical employee relations and EEO guidance to professional and managerial level staff involved in complex, sensitive or unique HR policy or procedural performance issues in the workplace. This position collaborates with managers to identify and track workplace trends and provides guidance on resources and solutions that promote productive work environments and holding employees accountable for work performance in accordance with the Commonwealth's Standards of Conduct. This position conducts HR administrative investigations and identify findings in written investigative reports, as well as prepares EEOC position statements. This position handles employee grievances and ensures the agency is compliant with the Grievance Procedure Manual and all applicable state workplace policies related to disciplinary and discharge actions and prohibited conduct. Ensures agency management adheres to all federal and state employment laws and DHRM HR policies.
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), headquartered in Richmond, Virginia, serves approximately 6.2 million licensed drivers and ID card holders with over 8.4 million registered vehicles. In addition, DMV serves many businesses, including dealers, fuel tax customers, rental companies, driving schools, other state agencies, local governments, and non-profit organizations. DMV operates upon five fundamental core values : Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Teamwork (TRAIT). We don't just talk about our core values. We live them!
Minimum Qualifications
Considerable knowledge of human resources principles, practices and procedures, federal and state laws, regulations, and policies relating to HR and EEO.
Comprehensive knowledge of human resource management and organizational development, employee relations,
counseling / coaching, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution techniques.
Extensive knowledge of the Commonwealth's grievance procedure and workplace dispute resolution interventions and services.
Demonstrated ability to interpret HR policies and conduct internal HR investigation, compose EEO position statements, due process memoranda, grievance correspondence, and other memoranda and documents.
Ability to research complex issues, make sound decisions, clearly articulate rationale for the decisions, and effectively communicate with internal and external clients at all levels of state government.
Demonstrated knowledge of quality assurance and risk management principles and practices.
Demonstrated ability to work with leadership, management, teams, and employees at all levels of an organization.
Strong time management skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to build strategic partnerships and establish and maintain credibility among colleagues and senior leadership.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences, including delivering presentations and facilitating meetings in various settings.
Comprehensive knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and cultural competency models.
Demonstrated flexibility in adapting communication style and method based on needs. Skills in the use of computers and web-based applications.
Additional Considerations
Experience with the Commonwealth's human resource systems, policies, and procedures is preferred; considerable experience related to employment laws / regulations,investigation techniques, human resource development and management, and policy development. Experience conducting investigations and making fair and objective recommendations. Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in decision making and interpretation of laws, rules,policies, and regulations. Mediation and conflict resolution experience and professional HR certifications, such as Senior Professional of Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP, are preferred.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.
All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.
As a condition of employment, the DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.
Submission of an online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc., in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience and years of experience to properly assess your skills in the screening process. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.
Contact Information
Name : DMV Employment
Phone : (804) 367-0528
Email : employment@dmv.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Advertised : 10 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close :
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000
