TMD - *INTERNAL ONLY* Manager I (Human Resources Manager)

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE COMPLETED ONLINE THROUGH CAPPS RECRUIT AT:
https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobdetail.ftl?job=00055294

APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS:
Applicants may submit applications through Work In Texas (WIT), however, applicants must complete the supplemental questions in CAPPS Recruit to be considered for the position. In order to complete the supplemental questions, please register and/or login to CAPPS Recruit and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In (Link: https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en)

Your job application must be complete and thorough including responding to all the supplemental questions. Your application must contain complete job histories, which includes job titles, dates of employment, name of employer and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

NOTES TO THE APPLICANT:

TMD State Employees support the Texas Military Department by delivering critical services that enable the agency to meet its strategic goals. Your work will contribute to the support we offer our Texas National Guard members, thereby multiplying their capability to serve at home and abroad as missions dictate. The Texas Military Department provides a benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health insurance benefits (employee premiums are covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)
• Optional Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance at competitive rates
• Generous paid vacation, sick leave, and State and Federal holidays
• Defined benefit retirement structure known as a cash balance benefit, with a state match equal to 150% of the account balance at retirement and guaranteed earnings of at least 4% annually
• Additional voluntary retirement savings programs (Texa$aver 401(k) and 457 programs)
• Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses
• Potential for modified work schedules including flex, compressed, or telework (position dependent)
• Free access to Camp Mabry Museum and historical structures
• Robust free training access through Texas Military Department’s Web-Based Learning Program
• Expansive Employee Assistance Program and complimentary counseling services
• Employee Wellness and Physical Fitness Programs

Military membership is not required for this position.

ABOUT US:

Our Agency: The Texas Military Department (TMD) is commanded by The Adjutant General of Texas, the state's senior military official appointed by the governor, and is comprised of the Texas Military Department (State & Federal Civilian Employees), the Texas Army National Guard (TXARNG), the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and the Texas State Guard (TXSG).

Our Vision: America’s premier state military organization comprised of professional mission-ready forces, fully engaged with our communities, and relevant through the 21st century.

Our Mission: Provide the Governor and the President with ready forces in support of state and federal authorities at home and abroad.

BRIEF POSITION SUMMARY

Performs routine (journey-level) managerial work administering the daily operations and activities of the State Human Resources (HR) Department’s Staffing and Compensation Team. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines, procedures, and policies; developing schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving established goals; coordinating and evaluating department activities. Administers the agency’s state employee compensation and classification activities and ensures compliance with state and federal laws and regulations. Supervises the work of the Staffing and Compensation Team. Reports to the Deputy Director of Human Resources and works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

WORK HOURS: Monday-Friday, 8 hours a day/40 hours a week

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the day-to-day activities of the Staffing & Compensation Team within the State HR department.
• Manage staff development plans and activities.
• Manage and administers human resources activities related to staffing, employee compensation, and classification.
• Establish goals and objectives; develop and approve schedules, priorities and standards for achieving goals; write evaluations for team members that measure individual performance against defined organizational goals, objectives, and performance standards.
• Develop and implement techniques for evaluating the Staffing and Compensation Team’s business functions and department activities.
• Provide guidance and direction to the Staffing and Compensation team.
• Oversee and support the administration of the agency's recruitment program.
• Develop methods and procedures for gathering, compiling, and analyzing statistical data for the agency's classification and compensation program.
• Train and educate managers/supervisors on compensation related issues.
• Develop solutions to compensation related problems or issues through analysis and/or application of applicable law, rules, policies, and procedures.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance regarding questions related to compensation and staffing.
• Evaluate agency pay structure to help ensure proper equity alignment and participate in development of agency career ladders.
• Coordinate job analysis processes to determine proper classification and prepare new or revised job descriptions and job postings.
• Ensure Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) compliance.
• Advise employee relations representative on issues, rules, policies, and regulations related to human resources management.
• Prepare, review, process and track personnel action request forms involving employee compensation (i.e., new hires, merits, promotions, reclassifications, equity adjustments etc.) and coordinate with management and the payroll office.
• Direct and assist with conducting classification compliance audits; review position questionnaires; interview employees; and prepare reports of findings, making recommendations as appropriate.
• Utilize SAO E-Class salary data for EEO & other HR related issues.
• Perform position and job data entries and assist with the maintenance and quality assurance of accurate data in the HR/Payroll system of record (eg., Centralized Accounting Personnel and Payroll System).
• Assist in planning, developing, revising, and implementing human resources policies, procedures and forms.
• May assist in the preparation of budget estimates.
• Coordinate with managers for State Auditor's Office (SAO) Classification Audits.
• Manage the full recruitment and staffing process to include researching and manning job fairs, validating vacancies and available funding, reviewing vacancy announcements, monitoring selection and hire process, and scheduling and overseeing new employee orientations.
• Supervise the work of others.
• Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency state employee policies & procedures handbook.
• May be required to perform duty in support of national emergencies, disasters and other missions, to include holidays and weekends.
• Perform other work as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university is required (substitutions allowed).

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in human resources management, business or public administration, organizational development or a related field is preferred.

SUBSTITUTION:

• Additional years of experience working in human resources may substitute for required education on a year-per-year basis for up to four years.

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of experience in human resources is required.
• One year of supervisory or managerial experience is required.
• Experience using Microsoft (MS) Office applications, including Outlook, Word and Excel is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience using SharePoint, AdobePro, PeopleSoft, and/or Visio is preferred.
• Experience using the HR/Payroll module of the Centralized Accounting Personnel and Payroll System (CAPPS) is preferred.
• Experience with the State of Texas classification plan and compensation system is preferred.
• Experience in the analysis, design and/or administration of a compensation program or career ladder is preferred.

REGISTRATION, CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE:

• Valid driver's license is required. *If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new resident. A satisfactory driving record is required for operating state or personal vehicles to conduct agency business.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification, or SHRM Certified Professional or Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) is preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Background Investigation. Selected candidate must be able to obtain a CAC and/or pass a federal security background investigation. The process includes a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI) and fingerprinting. New employees must complete and sign the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Form SF85. Completed forms are submitted to the OPM for the background investigations.
• Eligibility to Work in the U.S. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires all new employees to present proof of eligibility to work in the United States within three (3) days of being hired. The Texas Military Department participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All offers of employment are contingent upon the candidate having and maintaining legal authorization to work in the United States. Failure to present such authorization within the time specified by the U.S. Department of Labor will result in the offer being rescinded.
• Sponsorship. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.
• Upon hire with the State of Texas, males between the ages of 18 through 25 must provide proof of registration or exemption with the Selective Service. For further information, visit the Selective Service website at https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfVerification.aspx.

Knowledge of:

• general HR management principles and practices
• federal, state, and local laws, statutes and regulations related to compensation, classification, hiring, selection, etc.
• Texas state agency personnel policies and procedures
• staffing & recruitment principles and practices
• compensation principles and practices
• Texas State's Position Classification Plan and Compensation system
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)

Skill in:

• problem solving and analysis
• effective verbal and written communication
• proofreading and verifying data entry for accuracy, completeness and compliance
• compiling and preparing forms and reports in a timely manner
• drafting and revising job descriptions
• operating a personal computer using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• using CAPPS, CAPPS Recruit and other applicable software applications
• developing and/or maintaining database, word processing and spreadsheet programs

Ability to:

• perform independent research in carrying out HR duties
• develop and analyze human resource processes
• understand, interpret and explain policies and procedures to employees and the public
• be fair and impartial
• handle multiple tasks with a high volume of work and tight turnaround dates
• use independent judgment in prioritizing and determining daily responsibilities
• act in the best interest of the agency and maintain the highest level of confidentiality
• work effectively and cooperatively in a small team setting
• communicate tactfully and effectively with others
• lead or provide direction to others
• work in a military environment

PHYSICAL/WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is generally performed in a sedentary office setting, involving sitting, standing, walking, and extensive use of a personal computer and telephone to perform job duties. Regularly bends, stoops or squats to perform filling. This position may periodically require the ability to lift, carry, move and/or set up equipment and materials that weigh up to 25 pounds.

MILITARY EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCE

If you qualify for a Military Employment Preference, it is mandatory that you provide the required documentation at the time of applying. Documentation must be provided before a Military Employment Preference can be granted.

Currently Serving U.S. Armed Forces or Texas National Guard - Statement of service memo

Veteran – DD Form 214 (or Equivalent)

Disabled Veteran - VA Civil Service Preference Letter

Spouse of a member of the United States Armed Forces or Texas National Guard serving on active-duty – Marriage certificate and verification of duty status (active-duty orders, PCS orders, statement of service)

Spouse of a veteran if the spouse is the primary source of income for the household and the veteran has a total disability rating based either on having a service-connected disability with a disability rating of at least 70 percent or on individual unemployability – Marriage certificate, VA Civil Service Preference Letter indicating disability rating, and documentary proof of income

Surviving Spouse of a Veteran who has not remarried - Marriage certificate and DD Form 1300

Orphan of a Veteran who was killed during active duty – Birth Certificate and DD Form 1300

VETERANS:

Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs. Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications, and skill sets.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the following fields or other related fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply:

United States Army: 42B Human Resources Officer, 42A Human Resources Specialist,

United States Navy: PS Personnel Specialist, 120X RL-Special Duty Officer - Human Resources Officer

United States Coast Guard: PERS Personnel Administration (Warrant), SEI11 HR Management

United States Marine Corps: 0170 Personnel Officer (Warrant)

United States Air Force: 3F0X1 Personnel, 38FX Force Support

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at:

hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk

Contact TMD’s Veteran's Liaison, Paul Love if you have questions at (512)782-3836 or staffingHR@military.texas.gov

The Texas Military Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, genetic information, or status as an individual with a disability or protected veteran status in employment or in the provision of services.