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What You'll Do:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Human Resources (Policy)
Report In Location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223
Work Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm
(CURRENTLY HYBRID ELIGIBLE) Will report into the office 3 days a week and telework 2 days a week. Subject to change.

Sr. Human Capital Management Analyst (Policy)

Are you a self-starter looking for a role in a supportive HR Team?

Do you have a passion for researching HR best practices?

Do you have a passion to serve in the public sector and public safety operations?

Do you want to have a strong impact on the success of your organization?

Do you have experience in reviewing and drafting employment policies?

Do you have 3 years' experience working in Human Resources; or completion of an undergraduate core program in human resources, business administration, or public administration and 1 year experience working in human resources?

If so, then this opportunity may be for you! The Ohio Department of Public Safety is hiring for a Senior HCM Analyst to join the Human Resources Team in Columbus, OH. This position is hybrid eligible with the ability to work at least three days in the office (located in Columbus, OH) & up to two days remote each week .

In this position you will:

• Review and revise existing employment policies
• Initiate policy revisions or creation based on changes to rules, regulatory guidance, employment laws, and collective bargaining agreements
• Monitor and assign policies to employees for acknowledgement
• Conduct research to stay abreast of current trends and best practices in human resources management
• Manage HR special projects in consultation with HR leadership

The ideal candidate will have a strong HR generalist background, have experience working within the confines of collective bargaining agreements/contracts, and is able to balance working independently and collaboratively with various work units.

See the position description for full details of the position.

Serve as human resources coordinator for Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) by coordinating one or more advanced human resources sub-programs, human resources policy development (e.g., formulation & implementation of human resources program policies such as overtime, employee conduct, dress code):

-Analyze, review & track ODPS policies (e.g., update policies & circulate for approval; conduct research & recommend policy & procedure changes as assigned, etc. assign new &/or updated policies to agency employees);

-Collaborate with ODPS Information Technology Office (ITO) regarding updates &/or changes to the electronic policy system (e. g., test system upgrades to ensure features are operating appropriately; identify system errors & work with ITO regarding developing a resolution);

-Collect & manipulate data & analyze trends.

-Manage HR special projects and programs for the ODPS HR Office (e.g., HR/IT initiatives (HR Chatbot), mentorship program, recognition program);

-Serve as the point of contact & assist in monitoring, preparing &/or processing development of forms (e.g., Teleworking Agreements; Leave of Absence (LOA) requests; all other HR related forms).

-Serves as back-up for public records requests for ODPS (e.g., gather, redact & prepare information for public records requests in accordance with record retention schedules; enter records requests into ODPS data-base system; speak to &/or meet with investigators conducting background checks, etc.; process & fulfill personnel information requests from ODPS employees).

-Perform other related administrative duties as assigned (e.g., maintain training course materials & records; operate personal computer to type, log, enter, access &/or generate correspondence &/or various reports; answer telephone & respond to inquiries received from department personnel, employees & general public; etc.).

What's in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Qualifications
3 yrs. exp. in human resources.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in human resources, business or public administration; 12 mos. exp. in human resources.

-Or 1 yr. exp. as Human Capital Management Analyst, 64612.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Human Resources
Technical Skills: Human Resources, Policy Directions
Professional Skills: Problem Solving, Reasoning, Attention to Detail, Customer Focus