Salary:
$50,000- $58,000 per year commensurate with experience
How to Apply:
Applications are submitted online until the position is filled and/or the posting is closed. After reviewing this job announcement, please click on the link at the bottom of the page to apply online. A resume is required with the application. Further instructions on submission of documents are available in the online application. A resume may not be substituted for an application.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field AND two (2) years of professional experience in human resources administration.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
- Applicants with experience in Labor/Employee Relations e.g., grievance processes, employee investigations, and/or progressive discipline are preferred. SHRM and/or HRCI certification is a plus.
It is the policy of Allegheny County that in order to receive a final offer of employment, candidates must successfully pass a background check, which includes verification of Allegheny County Real Estate Tax status, and drug/medical examinations as required for the position. The pre-employment drug screen must be completed within 48 hours of the acceptance of the conditional offer of employment.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Human Resources Manager, the Human Resources Generalist is responsible for a range of personnel-related activities within all areas of the department, including training, performance management, selection, and staffing, with a primary focus on employee/labor relations. The Incumbent collaborates with the County's central Department of Human Resources as a departmental liaison.
Overview:
Duties:
- Responds to employee and management questions and concerns regarding bargaining unit agreements and County and departmental policies and procedures.
- Ensures compliance with employment laws, regulations, policies, and contractual provisions.
- Coordinates with the Department of Human Resources to conduct investigations related to a variety of employee issues and complaints.
- Guides managers and supervisors in performance management activities including the development and monitoring of performance improvement plans.
- Conducts training needs assessments and implements training programs related to labor relations.
- Facilitates and oversees leaves of absences and ensures compliance with County and Department policies and procedures.
- Manages the interactive process under the ADAA to provide reasonable, effective accommodations for employees and candidates for employment.
- Consults with department managers on staffing needs; conducts compensation and job analysis to determine content and requirements for various department positions.
- Ensures union bids are posted in accordance with bargaining unit agreements.
- May conduct interviews for applicant selection and employee promotions.
- Maintains department personnel files in accordance with appropriate retention schedules.
- May represent the department at personnel-related hearings including disciplinary hearings, grievance hearings, arbitrations, unemployment compensation hearings and other legal proceedings as required.
- Tracks employee grievances and participates in the grievance resolution process.
- Works with the Department of Human Resources and the County Law Department on responses to complaints filed through external agencies (e.g. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission (PHRC), etc.).
- Manages employee programs and projects as assigned.
- Performs other related duties as required or requested.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Employee relations.
- Collective bargaining agreements.
- Federal, state and local employment laws, regulations, ordinances and guidelines.
- County and Department policies and procedures.
- Principles and best practices of human resource administration, including training and development, compensation, job analysis, etc.
Skill in:
- Microsoft Office products.
Ability to:
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of leadership and staff, including outside agencies, union officials, and other County Departments.
- Effectively utilize and learn County computer systems and applications.
- Work independently and as part of a team.
- Take initiative in goal setting and problem-solving.
- Work at a rapid pace while maintaining attention to detail and organization.
- Maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
- Work flexible hours as needed.
Residency:
Not required to live in Allegheny County
Veterans' Preference:
Will be awarded to eligible candidates.
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