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General Office Human Resources Liaison

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

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Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Oct 24, 2024
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID:  42418

Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST - 19693 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Closing Date/Time: 11/07/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $6,339; Full Salary Range: $6,339 - $9,595 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

 

Posting Identification Number  42418 

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated individual to work in a fast-paced Human Resources Office. The position will require great organizational skills and the ability to communicate with all levels of staff. The ideal candidate should have human resources knowledge and experience. They should have the ability to multitask and experience prioritizing multiple high-level requests. IDOC invites all interested parties to apply.

Essential Functions

  • Under direction, serves in a journey level professional capacity as a General Office Human Resources Liaison, performing complex, specialized professional human resources duties.
  • Participates in the hiring process for general office positions.
  • Distributes and gathers human resources forms, reports, and paperwork.
  • Provides and coordinates new employee orientation to employees new to DOC general office positions.
  • Performs onboarding and offboarding tasks.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
  • Requires two (2) years of professional human resources experience.
  • Requires two (2) years of professional working experience interpreting and applying the Illinois Personnel Code, Personnel Rules, Pay Plan, and collective bargaining contracts.

Specialized Skills

  • Requires two (2) years of professional human resources experience in a State of Illinois agency.
  • Requires two (2) years of professional working experience interpreting and applying the Illinois Personnel Code, Personnel Rules, Pay Plan, and collective bargaining contracts.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers at least two (2) years of professional human resources experience in a public or private agency/company.
  • Prefers at least two (2) years of professional working experience interpreting and applying personnel rules, pay plans, and collective bargaining contracts.
  • Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience in an interviewing and selection process.
  • Prefers at least one (1) year of experience utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, and WebEx or similar programs.
  • Prefers the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
  • Prefers the willingness to be part of a team to maintain a cohesive work environment.
  • Prefers the ability to work in an environment with a high volume of work.
  • Prefers the ability to develop and maintain professional working relationships with a wide variety of staff.

 

 

 

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the successful completion and maintenance of being certified for Subject Matter Expert and Interviewer
  • Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in
the job description.

Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday  
Work Location: 1301 Concordia Ct Springfield, IL 62702-5643  
Agency Contact: Tara Owen 
Email: Tara.Owen2@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Public Safety

 

This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.  If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion.  This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included.

Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression.

The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization.

Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off, and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. 

The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
· Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
· 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
· Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
· Full 20‐year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement.
· Deferred compensation and other pre‐tax benefits programs
· Paid state holidays 13‐14 days annually
· 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
· 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
· 10‐25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually ‐ (10 days in year one of employment)
· Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12‐hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
· Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
· For more information about our benefits please follow this link:
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Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid)


Nearest Major Market: Springfield

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