Lead Human Resources Manager - PSM II

Lead Human Resources Manager

• Public Service Manager II

Job Class Code: MA30

Grade: 30

Salary: $69,742.40 to $94,827.20

There will be a 3% across the board general salary increase effective June 30th, 2024

Position Number: 03500-0008

Opening Date: June 11, 2024

Closing Date: June 26, 2024

Are you a Human Resources professional that thrives on partnering with agencies to further their goals and objectives? Do you have a passion for service and integrity? The State of Maine's Bureau of Human Resources strives to attract the best and the brightest talent to serve the citizens of Maine, foster employee engagement, and provide opportunities for growth. If you want to make an impact with your next career, we want to hear from you.

We are seeking a motivated professional with broad knowledge of Human Resources and employee relations in a unionized, public service environment to serve the Department of Corrections as the Lead Human Resources Manager in the DAFS Corrections Service Center. This position is multi-faceted with a scope of responsibility that includes providing guidance and interpretation of bargaining agreements, civil service law and rules, and talent acquisition and management.

This position works closely and in cooperation with the Service Center agencies, multiple labor unions, and other government agencies in providing human resources support to the Department of Corrections.

Exemplary customer service, interpersonal skills and the ability collaborate with others with a solutions focus are essential to this position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES and QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

• A highly organized self-starter capable of using professional judgement, prioritizing responsiveness and resolving problems

• Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in interpreting and applying policies and regulations proactively

• Excellent communication skills across all levels; both written and verbal

• Knowledge of state and federal laws and rules, collective bargaining, and workers' compensation as they apply to State government

• Knowledge of wage and benefit administration

• Knowledge of state classification system, job evaluation process, and funding mechanisms regarding position control and management

• Ability to supervise a staff of professional, technical and clerical personnel in a variety of roles.

• Ability to evaluate facts, reach logical conclusions and make sound decisions/recommendations.

• Ability to investigate and research human resources and labor relations issues.

• Ability to set forth findings of facts and decisions clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and a team environment

• Ability to represent the service center Human Resources Director in various matters

The background of well-qualified candidates will demonstrate the following competencies:

• A thorough knowledge of Human Resources laws, regulations, and practices evidenced through formal education and/or practical work experience.

• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with management, collective bargaining representatives, and staff at all levels in arriving at thoughtful, best practice solutions that support the attainment of organizational goals.

• An ability to be flexible and adjust to business needs while balancing multiple tasks and priorities.

• A solid ability to communicate effectively and efficiently to customer agencies, team members, and peers.

BENEFITS:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto-"Dirigo" or "I lead"-as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance

• Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage

• The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit

• Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance

• The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan

• The State of Maine contributes 18.21% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement

• Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness

• The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Living Resources Program

• Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation

• Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you're looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we'd love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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