Introduction

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is the state agency that advances public education and libraries in Wisconsin. Our mission is to advance equitable, transformative, and sustainable educational experiences that develop learners, schools, libraries, and communities in Wisconsin. Working at DPI offers you the opportunity to build on our long-standing commitment to public education so that students are learning the skills and knowledge necessary to become contributing members of our communities.

At DPI, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Equity and inclusion are at the core of our organizational values, which include belonging, integrity, love, humility, and honor. These values guide how we build our teams, develop our leaders, and create a culture that empowers everyone to be their authentic selves. When employees are respected and valued for who they are and staff are held accountable for demonstrating that respect to others, we believe it drives greater engagement and collaboration, ignites creativity and innovation, and fosters connection between teams and those we serve.

Our employees enjoy an exceptional employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote wellness. We have a team-oriented atmosphere, focus on work-life balance, and offer flexible work schedules for most positions. Click this video to learn more about the benefits of working at DPI.

The Human Resources Services Team within the Office of the State Superintendent is seeking applicants for a Human Resources Generalist vacancy at either the entry or senior level. The level of the position will be determined based on the selected applicant's qualifications and experience. This position will provide you with the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated team members while coordinating and providing administrative support regarding tasks of considerable difficulty. If this sounds like work you are interested in, please apply!

Note: This position is required to be onsite a minimum of once per week at either the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired located at 1700 W State St, Janesville, WI or the Wisconsin School for the Deaf located at 309 W Walworth Ave, Delavan, WI. Certain projects or work assignments may necessitate increased onsite presence.

Position Summary

The HR Generalist serves as the initial point of contact and primary HR representative for WESP-DHH and WCBVI. The position functions as a Human Resources professional and handles the full range of personnel responsibilities in accordance with rules, statutes, and other applicable policies. This position is responsible for providing professional personnel management expertise and consulting services in the more areas of personnel management consultation, organizational analysis, job classification and analysis, classification surveys and studies, recruitment, assessment development, pay administration, employment relations and performance management.

In performing assigned duties, the HR Generalist works closely with a wide variety of employees including school staff and managers and the Office of Legal Services (OLS). The HR Generalist must work proficiently at all levels of the agency and provide division management advice on sensitive personnel issues that have a direct impact on the employee/employer relationship. The HR Specialist must always adhere to strict confidentiality.

For more information on the HR Generalist level , please view the complete position description .

For more information on the HR Generalist Senior level , please view the complete position description .

Salary Information

The classification for this position is Human Resources Specialist.

Starting hourly wage for the entry level position is between $27.00 and $33.00 per hour (approximately $56,160 - $68,640 per year), depending on qualifications. This position is in pay schedule and range 81-04.

Starting hourly wage for the senior level position is between $32.00 and $39.00 per hour (approximately $66,560 - $81,120 per year), depending on qualifications. This position is in pay schedule and range 81-03.

This position is eligible for an additional $1.00 per hour add-on for fluency in American Sign Language (ASL).

This position offers excellent benefits . The State of Wisconsin is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program .

Job Details

Those fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) are strongly encouraged to apply. If you're not fluent in ASL you must be willing to learn ASL and pass the ASLPI exam with a rating of 1+ within your probationary period. Please view the ASLPI Proficiency Levels .

This position has the option to work 90% remote with a requirement that the employee is expected to have access to secure high speed internet. You will be expected to be onsite at least one day per week. In addition, the employee may need to report to their headquarter location as operational needs require. Reimbursement for traveling to or from the employee's headquarters is not provided (e.g., mileage, meals, parking, lodging, etc.). Remote work flexibility will be discussed in more detail during the interview process.

The position is headquartered at either the Wisconsin Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired located at 1700 W State St, Janesville, WI or the Wisconsin School for the Deaf located at 309 W Walworth Ave, Delavan, WI.

Employees are required to report to the main office (125 S. Webster Street in Madison, WI) on their first day of employment.

A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of hire. A TB screen will be required prior to start.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., without DPI sponsorship). The Department of Public Instruction does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

Qualifications

Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications .

A minimally qualified applicant must have experience with all the below:

• Managing and performing full cycle recruitment/staffing activities (i.e., posting jobs on external recruitment sites, diversifying applicant pools, job analysis, developing assessments, running background checks, developing interview questions, processing new hire paperwork, analyzing salary recommendations, etc.)
• Interpreting and applying HR related policies and procedures
• Working with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) (i.e., Peoplesoft, ADP, UltiPro, etc.) in a professional capacity
• Leading or supporting equity and inclusion efforts (i.e., developing/providing feedback on policies/practices, implementing equity and inclusion initiatives, advocating for equity and inclusion needs, participating in committees/groups, etc.)
  
  

Well-qualified applicants will also have experience:

• Performing HR functions in the public sector
• Conducting employment relations/performance management activities (e.g., conducting investigations, handling grievances, recommending corrective action, etc.)
• Providing guidance on state of WI HR related statutes, administrative code, and handbook policies
• Working in a school setting or providing support to a school or school district
• Fluent in American Sign Language (ASL)

Special Qualification: An ASLPI level of rating of 0+ upon hire and a rating level of 1+ by the end of probation is required.

How To Apply

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Each time you apply for a state job; you should update and tailor your resume and letter of qualifications . You should clearly describe your education, training, and experience related to the items listed in the " Qualifications " section of the job announcement. These qualifications should be addressed in your resume and expanded upon in your letter of qualifications. This will allow a fuller assessment regarding your qualifications and those required for the job applying for.

Your resume should include the following:

• Your educational background including any course work that relates to the position in which you are applying.
• Your employment history, including experiences and/or duties and a summary of accomplishments and skills learned or used.
• Any training or experience, including volunteer work or internships, you have related specifically to the "Qualifications" section of the assessment.
• Spell out any acronyms and/or abbreviations the first time used.

Your letter of qualifications should include:

• Additional information regarding your past work experience, including volunteer work and internships, or coursework you have taken.
• Highlights of your most relevant skills and experiences as they related to the specific job you are applying for.
• Specific examples that clearly demonstrates your level of expertise.

What not to include in your resume or letter of qualifications:

Your application materials should not include any information that is not job-related, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, or genetic information. Further, do not include any self-identifying information such as photos, social security numbers, political affiliation, citizen status or conviction records. This document is not a letter of recommendation that someone else wrote about you.

Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.

If you are a veteran with a 30% or greater service-related disability and are not currently employed in a permanent position with Wisconsin State Government, please send a letter of qualifications, resume, DD-214 and documentation of your service-connected disability rating (dated within 12 months) to the contact listed below.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

Questions? Please contact the recruiter at:
Amanda Edl

Human Resources Specialist-Senior

Department of Public Instruction

Phone: (608) 266-2813

Email: Amanda.Edl@dpi.wi.gov

Deadline to Apply

The deadline for this announcement is 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 2024.