CDOC Human Resource Specialist III (Labor Relations Consultant)

CDOC Human Resource Specialist III (Labor Relations Consultant)Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4660099) ApplyCDOC Human Resource Specialist III (Labor Relations Consultant)Salary$4,809.00 - $7,695.00 MonthlyLocation Statewide, COJob TypeFull TimeJob NumberOHR 3704 HR Spec III 11.2024DepartmentDepartment of CorrectionsOpening Date09/18/2024Closing Date10/1/2024 4:00 PM MountainFLSADetermined by PositionType of AnnouncementThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.Primary Physical Work AddressStatewideFLSA StatusNon-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.Department Contact InformationDavid Mixer: david.mixer@state.co.us 719.723.3960How To ApplyPlease submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department InformationThis position is only open to Colorado state residents.This posting may be used to fill future vacancies at this location. This position is eligible for Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) after the initial training period. The FWA includes a hybrid workplace which is partly remote (work from home) and partly in office either at CDOC Headquarters located in Colorado Springs or at a CDOC satellite location in Canon City, Denver, Pueblo, or other CDOC locations throughout the state. If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and builds greater public confidence in good government, consider joining the dedicated people of the State of Colorado. Our professionals strive to support state government and the citizens of Colorado. Customer service is a key component for every position in state government as is the focus on ideas and ways to redesign the delivery of services in making state government more effective and efficient. In addition to a great agency and rewarding, meaningful work, we offer:

Distinctive career advancement opportunities throughout the state system;

Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan plus 401K and 457 plans;

Medical and dental health plans;

Short and long term disability coverage;

Paid life insurance;

11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave;

Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, training opportunities and more.

Description of JobLabor Relations UnitThe Department of Corrections, Office of Human Resources (OHR), is a friendly, fast paced environment that offers a variety of opportunity for interaction with employees and the public. It is a value-driven organization, committed to teamwork, collaboration, accountability, excellence, integrity and respect. OHR believes in outstanding customer service and continued process improvement. The office has created state-of-the-art effective and efficient systems utilizing innovation, strategy, and technology while implementing cost saving measures. We are seeking a dedicated individual who displays our shared passion, values, and work ethics. The Officer of Human Resources (OHR) provides services and consultation to the general public, applicants, managers and employees. Quality staff is our greatest resource in providing opportunities to offenders, for their success. We are committed to a workforce that is engaged and enabled. The goal of the Labor Relations Unit is to promote the development and growth of collaborative Labor-Management relationships, and provide accurate and comprehensive guidance that will empower management to make informed decisions as labor challenges arise. The unit provides expert advice, technical guidance, training, and policy to the Department of Corrections (DOC). Through various forms of intervention including negotiations, problem solving, mediation, training and counseling, the unit offers balanced advocacy to management and individual employees to protect their rights and facilitate a more harmonious work environment.Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Supports management, employees, and external customers while promoting cooperative relationships with the shared goal of providing the best possible service to employees, the public, and all stakeholders;

Serve as the liaison supporting stakeholders with labor relation issues;

Provide expertise pertaining to labor relations in employee coaching, progressive discipline including but not limited to corrective and disciplinary matters and grievances;

Conduct initial interviews and gathers information for labor relations matters such as partnership agreement compliance, work complaints, or other concerns; informs appropriate HR staff when additional investigation is required;

Collect information and data to assist HR Management on policy implications of negotiations and disputes;

Provide initial guidance/review of labor relations dispute process, providing direction and guidance to appointing authorities regarding aspects of DOC policy, Partnership Agreement, State Personnel Board Rules, legal precedence and DOC performance standards;

Advise internal staff and external stakeholders on intent, interpretation, and application of partnership agreements, policy, rules, and technical assistance;

Coordinate employee designation notifications, training for covered and non-covered employees, and supervisor neutrality training;

Provide guidance to stakeholders through formal and informal training regarding all aspects of labor relations processes;

Perform other job related duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSExperience: Six (6) years of full-timeprofessional experienceperforming Human Resources functions as your primary work assignment. ( any work experience less than full time will be pro-rated.)Experience must be described in detail within the work experience section of your application to receive credit.-OR-Education and Experience:A combination of related education ( business, criminal justice, labor relations, human resources, management, public administration, or closely related field of study) and/or relevant professional Human Resources experience equal to six (6) years Professional experience involves exercising discretion, analytical skill, judgment, and personal accountability and responsibility for creating, developing, integrating, applying, and sharing an organized body of knowledge that characteristically is: uniquely acquired through an intense education or training regimen at a recognized college or university; equivalent to the curriculum requirements for a bachelor's or higher degree with major study in or pertinent to the specialized field and continuously studied to explore, extend and use additional discoveries, interpretations, and application and to improve data, materials equipment, applications, and methods.Only applicants who meet the minimum qualifications for the vacancy will be included in the comparative analysis process. Required Competencies:

Must have strong personal accountability, and the ability to build excellent working relationships with team, peers, and stakeholders;

Strong customer service skills;

Ability to work independently, predict needs of customers and take initiative;

Excellent written/verbal communication skills

Accuracy and attention to details;

Proficient skills in Microsoft Office: Word, Access and Excel and Google Suite;

Strong problem-solving skills;

Ability to multi-task;

Ability to remain flexible and handle a large workload;

Ability to read and comprehend the English language;

Ability to effectively communicate fluently in English both verbally and in writing;

Ability to create accessible documents and technical content that follows plain language guidelines with accessibility in mind.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in gathering, researching and reporting statistical data, specifically in a human resources environment;

Experience working in a labor relations environment;

Working knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, statutes, and rules;

Experience working in NEOGOV;

Any HR related certifications such as SHRM-CP/PHR;

Experience in civil service/merit processes;

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Assessment Process : Your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum Qualifications (MQ's). Applicants that meet MQ’s will be included in the Comparative Analysis process. Colorado Revised Statutes require that state employees are hired and promoted through a comparative analysis which may include, but is not limited to, a suitability screening, eSkills Assessment, oral assessment, written performance assessment or it may include a review of your application material and your responses to any supplemental questions by a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to assess and rank applicants in order to establish an eligible list for referral to the hiring manager for final consideration.

Be sure the “Work Experience” section of your application is complete and specifically addresses your qualifications, experience, and accomplishments as they relate to the Description of the Job , Minimum Qualifications , Required Competencies and Preferred Qualifications as listed above. Resumes and “see resume” statements will not be accepted in lieu of the “Work Experience” section of the application. Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions by the closing date may result in your application not being accepted and/or may affect your score, rank or inclusion in the final pool of eligible applicants.

If you have transcripts, a license or other relevant documentation regarding your qualifications, upload and attach copies to your application.

If an unofficial copy of transcripts is being submitted at the time of application, transcripts from colleges or universities outside the United States must be assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. This documentation is the responsibility of the applicant and must be included as part of your application materials. Failure to provide a transcript or credential evaluation report may prevent your application from moving forward in the selection process.

Under the Job Application Fairness Act (SB 23-058), applicants may redact information from certifications and transcripts that identify their age, date of birth or dates of attendance from an educational institution.

In order to process a background investigation, your application must include at least (10) ten years of the most current work experience unless experience related to the job for which you are applying is later than (10) years. Failure to provide this information could result in delays and/or elimination from the background investigation process

Toll Free Applicant Technical Support: If you experience technical difficulty with the NEOGOV system (e.g. uploading or attaching documents to your online application) call NEOGOV technical support at 855-524-5627 Mon-Fri between 6 am and 6 pm (Pacific Time). Helpful hints: if you are having difficulty uploading or attaching documents to your application first, ensure your documents are PDF or Microsoft Word files and second, close the document before you attempt to upload (attach) it.

You are encouraged to print a copy of this announcement for your records

Conditions of Employment: All job offers are contingent upon a successful medical screening by a healthcare professional, certifying the candidate's ability to perform the essential functions of the position. Applicant must consent to hold harmless CDOC and its agents and staff from any liability arising in whole or in part from the testing and the use of this information in connection with CDOC’s consideration of application for employment.

Must be 21 years of age;

Possess a valid driver’s license;

Possess a high school diploma or GED;

Have NO felony convictions, to include any actions defined in 5 U.S.C. 301; U.S.C. 509, 510; 42 U.S.C. 15601-15609. The CDOC shall not hire nor promote anyone who may have contact with an offender who has engaged in sexual abuse which includes acts, activity, and sexual behavior, in a prison or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. 1997; or has been convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse, or has been civilly or administratively adjudicated to have engaged in the activity described in the above paragraph. The agency shall consider any incidents of sexual harassment in determining whether to hire anyone who may have contact with offenders or residents.

Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be appointed to this position. CDOC uses e-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. CDOC does not sponsor non-residents of the United States.

Successfully pass all modules of the six-week Colorado Department of Corrections Basic Training Academy, to include English reading comprehension , relevant competency assessments and written/practical exams in Defensive Tactics;

Possess the physical ability to successfully complete Defensive Tactics;

Lift arms above head and kick as high as own waist;

Stabilize another person to accomplish a controlled take down;

Use arms, palms of hands, shins, and feet to deliver blows;

Withstand impact (slow speed or with a safety bag) on own body from strikes/blows;

Swing a baton in a striking technique;

Rotate body 90 degrees with feet planted for striking with foot or using a defensive tactic;

Get down on one or both knees and up again with multiple repetitions;

Will be exposed to Oleoresin Capsicum during Basic Training and will be exposed while on assignment;

Must be able to see and hear in order to observe, address and respond to potential breaches in safety and security;

Seize, hold, control or subdue violent or assaultive persons and defend oneself or others to prevent injury;

Demonstrate body agility, strength of all four limbs and the ability to walk and climb stairs consistently;

Work in situations involving assaultive behavior, physical control of another person and/or restraint situations;

Deal with individuals with a range of moods and behaviors, utilizing tactfulness and a congenial, personable manner;

Work with people of the opposite sex, diverse racial ethnic groups, mentally ill and emotionally disturbed offenders;

Communicate by talking, listening and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information, assignments;

Work in an environment with fluctuating noise and temperature (hot and cold) which may include working outdoors in inclement weather and/or concrete floor/wall work settings;

Willing and able to travel;

Willing and able to work various shifts, days, afternoons, graveyards (nights) which includes a rotating shift schedule;

TB (tuberculosis) screening is required of all new employees upon hire;

Employees may be required to submit to regular serial testing and reporting for COVID-19.

Successful completion of a background investigation is required. Should applicant’s background reveal criminal charges, it shall be the responsibility of the applicant to provide the Department of Corrections with written/official disposition of any charges.

The CDOC is committed to a work environment free from illegal drugs and alcohol. Employees (see exception below) may use marijuana in their personal time but are prohibited from working while under the influence of any substance, including marijuana. A drug test will be administered to all new employees; employees must successfully pass. Random drug screening will occur throughout employment.

Exception: Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified employees are prohibited from the use of marijuana. Health care professionals must check their licensing requirements regarding marijuana use.

Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ( dpastate.personnelboard@state.co.us ), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.

Supplemental InformationAfter submitting an application, you should receive an email acknowledging your submission. If you do not get the email, please check to ensure you have actually submitted the application and typed the correct email address on the application. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked daily as time sensitive correspondence WILL take place via email. You may receive email notifications from a Colorado Dept. of Corrections employee or from this email address: info@governmentjobs.com. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email; if you do not receive correspondence soon after the closing date or if you have questions about this job announcement, please contact David Mixer at david.mixer@state.co.us . SCHEDULED DATES OF POSSIBLE APPLICANT ASSESSMENTS (I.E., EXAMS, ORAL BOARDS, WRITTEN EXAMS) WILL NOT BE MADE UP. IF YOU FAIL TO SHOW AT THE APPOINTED DATE/TIME, MAKE-UPS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. The Colorado Department of Corrections is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our Employee Relations Specialist, Ana Andersen , at docemployeerelations@state.co.us or call 719-723-3998 . ALL DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS FACILITIES AND BUILDINGS ARE TOBACCO FREE. WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE PROTECTED CLASSES TO APPLY. The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.01 This position requires successful completion of the 6 week Colorado Department of Corrections basic training at the Corrections Training Academy in Colorado Springs, CO. Daily in-person attendance is a requirement during basic training.

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If you are using college course work to meet the minimum qualifications for this position, it is required that a copy of your official (or unofficial) transcript(s) noting degree type, date conferred/awarded, your name, and the name of the college/university be attached/uploaded to this application at the time of submission. Have you attached/uploaded your transcripts?

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