Agency HR Consultant III

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Human Resources

Job Classification Title

Agency HR Consultant III (NS)

Position Number

60015016

Grade

NC18

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

The North Carolina Department of Transportation, Human Resources (HR) Services section, is seeking a dynamic and experienced HR team member to serve as an Employee Relations (ER) Representative (Agency HR Consultant III) to provide employee relations services to Highway Divisions 9 and 10 and other specifically assigned units. This is a professional, analytical, consultative, and advisory position utilized for the proper and efficient administration of State and Federal laws, rules, and regulations, and department policies and procedures. The ER Representative is responsible for the development, implementation, dissemination, and interpretation of department policies related to employee relations functions, including disciplinary action; performance management; workplace violence; grievances and complaints; mediation of disputes; and the Employee Assistance Program. This position is the primary technical advisor to managers, supervisors, and employees on all employee relations program areas. Responsibilities of the position include:

• Provide consultation/counseling on how to address unsatisfactory job performance, unacceptable personal conduct, and workplace disputes;
• Investigate complaints, grievances, and allegations of workplace violence;
• Recommend appropriate employment actions to maintain a productive work environment with balance and fair treatment of employees and management;
• Assist with preparing formal disciplinary actions to ensure that actions are properly documented and supported;
• Conduct training on ER policies, procedures, and practices; and
• Demonstrate consistent and timely customer service.

The office workstation will be within the regional territory of either Division 9 (Winston-Salem) or Division 10 (Albemarle), depending on available office space and where the recommended applicant lives. Office locations include:

Division Ten Office
716 W Main Street
Albemarle 28001

Independence Transportation Park Office
12033 East Independence Boulevard
Matthews 28105

Division 9 Office
375 Silas Creek Parkway
Winston-Salem 27127

This position is deemed eligible for hybrid telework under the NCDOT telework policy.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC18 $61,545 - 107,703

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Knowledge of the State Human Resources Disciplinary Action Policy, Grievance Policy, and Separations Policy
• Knowledge of employment law, Merit-Based Hiring Policy, Employee Assistance Policy, the State Human Resources Performance Management Policy, and best practices in employee relations;
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply federal and State HR laws, policies, and practices governing HR;
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate employee relations law, policy, and procedures, verbally and in writing with a variety of individuals; and
• Demonstrated ability to draft detailed, analytical, accurate disciplinary actions and other documents in accord with standards, with attention to detail, with proper grammar and style, and with accurate distillation of multiple sources of documentation.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree, typically in Human Resources or related field from an appropriately accredited institution and 4 years of experience required; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and 6 years of progressive experience in Human Resources; or equivalent combination or education and experience.

EEO Statement

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Keisha Isley

Email:

DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov