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Virginia Dept of Social Services Hiring for Local HR Generalist Job at Bristol, VA Full Time
Job Description
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At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we are passionate about our mission to design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence, and overall wellbeing. We are one of the largest Commonwealth agencies, partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, child care providers, and adult living facilities to promote the well-being of children and families statewide.
These are incredibly exciting times at VDSS! We are driving unprecedented, progressive organizational change to create platforms for industry-leading innovations with the goal of delivering the best possible outcomes for Virginians. Join our team, drive the change, and make a difference!
This is a professional-level position that performs complex human resources services and consultation to Western Region Local Departments of Social Services (LDSS) in the areas of classification and compensation, talent acquisition, employee relations, training, and the application of human resource policies, procedures, and guidelines. This position functions as a strategic partner in the maximization and value of human capital by aligning HR outcomes with agency initiatives, values, strategies and stakeholder needs. Contacts are made regularly with local departments and regional offices. This position does not supervise staff but may assume the lead role for major assignments or projects.
Minimum Qualifications
- Working knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of human resources management
- Working knowledge of position classification, compensation management, talent acquisition, employee relations, policy interpretation, and performance management
- Working knowledge of federal and state employment law and regulations
- Knowledge of training design, delivery, assessment and evaluation methods
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability to make independent decisions, provide sound recommendations, and prevent and/or resolve problems
- Demonstrated ability to plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines, goals and produce positive outcomes
- Demonstrated strong consulting and collaboration knowledge, skills
- Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work of study in the areas of human resources administration/management, business administration, or public administration preferred
- Extensive experience in Human Resources within state and/or local government preferred
- Demonstrated experience in the requisite areas of responsibility to include: position classification, compensation management, talent acquisition, employee relations, policy interpretation and performance management.
Special Requirements
Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check.
- This position is mobile and will require travel 60-70 percent of the time, with possible overnight stays, throughout the Western Region of Virginia. In addition, occasional travel to Richmond will be required.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site no later than 11:59 p.m. on the closing date listed. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. VDSS values the service and experience of our Veterans. As such, Veterans are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. [TTY/TTD: (800) 828-1120]
Virginia Department of Social Services does not provide sponsorship. The Virginia Department of Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply.
For more information about our employment practices, please visit our “Vision, Mission and Strategic Plan”. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching – Employee Benefits.
If you have been affected by Policy 1.30 Layoff as a state employee and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Card (Blue Card), you must submit this document through the “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site when you apply.
