Assistant Director Of Human Resources

Title: Assistant Director of Human Resources

Role Title: Human Resource Manager I

Hiring Range: $110,000 - $120,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of General Services

Location: Washington Building

Agency Website: WWW.DGS.VIRGINIA.GOV

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Department of General Services (DGS) is a diverse agency that provides value to citizens, the Commonwealth, and businesses. DGS has a diverse group of employees providing services ranging from facilities management, laboratory services, real estate, procurement, engineering, and more!
The Department of General Services (DGS) is excited to announce an opportunity to serve in our Office of Human Resources as the Assistant Director of Human Resources. The Assistant Director of Human Resources reports to the Director of Human Resources and is responsible for co-leading the planning, development, implementation, directing and evaluation of the human resources functions of the Department of General Services. Primary areas of responsibility and expertise are in employee relations, performance management, HR Policy, recruitment, classification and compensation.
We are seeking an advanced level professional to serve as the Assistant Director of Human Resources that may lead complex human resource initiatives related to each of the functional areas of human resources. The position may manage the day-to-day operations of the human resources functions and provide training, guidance, and coaching to staff and managers/ supervisors.
This challenging and rewarding position responsibilities and duties will include, but are not limited to:
Employee Relations and Performance Management - Provides guidance to Management, performs internal investigations, responds to complex ADA issues, represents agency in hearings
Classification and Compensation - Performs major compensation studies, complex job analyses, and position audits
HR Policy - Participates in planning and implementation of HR policies, procedures and programs
Recruitment - Reviews starting salaries, may oversee recruitment work performed by HR Generalists
Benefits Administration - Provides and administers responses to complex FMLA requests

Minimum Qualifications

• Extensive experience in Employee Relations, ADA, and FMLA.
• Experience designing, analyzing, and implementing policies, procedures, and programs.
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or the combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to successfully perform the duties of the position.
• Experience counseling and advising managers/employees in the resolution of human resource issues.
• Excellent organizational and time management/prioritization skills.
• Demonstrated ability to problem solve, analyze, and use good judgement and discretion.
• Experience planning, organizing and prioritizing work.
• Knowledge and experience ensuring compliance with Federal and state laws.
• Considerable skill in MS Office (Word, Excel) and HR information systems.
• Demonstrated ability to research and develop solutions for human resource issues; design, analyze and implement policies, procedures, and programs; build consensus among peers and differing groups of the workforce, and to prepare effective oral and written communications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal and persuasion/negotiation skills, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as a team member.
• Considerable knowledge and experience applying human resource principles and practices.
• Extensive related experience in the requisite duties including managing a Human Resources function in a mid-size organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional SHRM/HRCI certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Notice: DGS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Sponsorship will not be provided for this position now or in the future. Confirmation of eligibility to work will be required at time of hire.
The selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.
Fax, e-mail or mail applications will not be accepted. The online State application must contain all required information and fully respond to the questions to be considered for this job opportunity.
For assistance or computer access, please visit your local Virginia Employment Office or contact our office at [email protected] or call 804-786-3910.
Applications will be accepted until a suitable pool of candidates is received. After 5 business days, this position may be closed at any time.
The Virginia Department of General Services is an equal opportunity employer. Minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and individuals with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service experience are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information:

Name: DGS Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-3910

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.