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Join an organization that strives to exceed customer expectations by delivering efficient, high-quality state government services. The Department of Administration (DOA) provides direct services to state agency customers and designs and leads initiatives to make government more innovative and cost-effective. Working at DOA offers you the opportunity to make an impact on the quality of life in Wisconsin.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are core values at DOA that guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. We believe that when employees are respected and valued for who they are and are accountable for demonstrating that respect to others; it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.
The Bureau of Human Resources, Region 2 is currently recruiting to fill a Human Resources Assistant vacancy at either the entry or Advanced level. This position will be located at the Department of Corrections, Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (MSDF) in Milwaukee, WI.
NOTE: This position is eligible to work remotely 1 day a week.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:
- Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
- Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
- A casual office atmosphere and flexible work schedules depending on the position’s requirements
- An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
- DOA is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
- Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
- A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
Please click here for a quick downloadable summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore State of Wisconsin employment benefits on the website.
Position Summary
This position provides paraprofessional technical administrative assistance within the Human Resources Department and the Employment Relations program at MSDF and will independently perform a wide variety of functions including coordination of staffing, recruitment, hiring, employment relations, application of rules and regulation guidelines. This position serves as a backup for Workers Compensation/230.36 and Payroll and provides assistance to the HR Director and provides technical assistance to institution staff and the public regarding the Human Resources program.
Salary Information
The starting pay is between $24.00 and $26.50 per hour for the entry level and between $27.00 and $30.00 for the Advanced level, plus excellent benefits. Pay upon appointment may vary and will be in accordance with language in the Compensation Plan, Statutes, and Administrative Code. The pay schedule/range is 81-05 for the entry level and 81-04 for the Advanced level. A 12-month probationary period is required.
Job Details
Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship) at the time of application. Region 2 will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
Qualifications
- Interpreting, applying, and communicating rules, statutes, policies, and/or procedures to various audiences such as supervisors, employees, and the public.
- Utilizing computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) to create or manage reports, spreadsheets, memos, etc.
- Interpreting Human Resources related laws and/or regulations (e.g., Workers Compensation, Fair Labor Standards Act, Family & Medical Leave Act, Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action, etc.)
- Performing recruitment and selection activities such as coordinating interviews, creating/auditing position descriptions, and processing hiring documents.
- Working with a Human Resources Information System (e.g. PeopleSoft, Kronos, Taleo, etc.)
- Providing administrative support in an HR setting (e.g. maintaining files and/or records, drafting correspondence, assembling materials, etc.)
- Additional HR experience (e.g. position management, salary calculation, checking references, maintaining recruitment files, etc.)
How To Apply
To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.
Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualifications and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position. Your letter of qualifications and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.
Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For more information regarding your letter of qualifications and resume, please click here.
Questions can be directed to Phia Vang, Human Resources Specialist at Phia.Vang@wisconsin.gov.
The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.
Deadline to Apply
On-line application materials must be finalized by 11:59 pm on 4/7/24, in order to be considered.
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