Assistant Human Resources Director

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome. Offers above the posted amount may occur depending on similarity of internal work or transferability of knowledge, skills, and abilities of internal applicants.

Job Location: Central Office, 601 West Main B, Jefferson City, MO

Interviews will be held in Jefferson City on June 30, 2023

Why you’ll love this position:

The assistant human resources director directs and supervises human resources functions related to employment, compensation, and employee development. Responsibilities are performed under general supervision.

What you’ll do:

• Assists human resources director in development and administration of human resources policies, policy changes, and new initiatives.
• Develops and oversees division performance measures and department performance measures that are related to human resources; coordinates ongoing analysis to ensure alignment of division activities with the department's strategic objectives.
• Advises and counsels human resources managers and department management regarding disciplinary measures, policy interpretation and application, and other complex human resources issues.
• Provides planning and direction for the functions within the Human Resources Division (compensation, employment, employee development, training, employee assessment, and human resource services).
• Prepares the division business and work plans to ensure accomplishment of projects.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree: Human Resources/Personnel Management or related field
• Over nine years of experience in human resources.

Special Working Conditions:

• Willingness to work additional hours with little advance notice is required.
• Must have ability to and have proven history of modeling department values and preferred employee qualities.

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

If you have questions about this position, please contact: [email protected]

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.