Full job description 499657
Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
Staff
Staff Full-time
Closing at: Apr 24 2024 at 23:55 MDT Position Title: People Relations Assistant Employee Classification: HR Specialist,Assc College/Division: Administration and Finance Department: 510100-OFFICE OF PEOPLE RELATIONS Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants Location: Las Cruces Offsite Location (if applicable): Target Hourly/Salary Rate: 17.14 to 20.99 Appointment Full-time Equivalency: 1.0 Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt Summary: As a member of the Office of People Relations Team you will use your communication skills to help build and foster relationship, your problem-solving skills to identify and provide solutions, your emotional intelligence to help handle sensitive matters, and your analytical skills to gather, assess and analyze information. Classification Summary:
Entry level professional responsible for the administration of employee programs, including those for professional and management positions in a specialized area of Human Resources Services. Activities may include research and drafting of policies for review and approval, providing consultation, and performing analyses. Classification Standard Duties:
Within the area of Human Resources Services, reviews university human resources policies and procedures; determines actions to be taken and advises department heads, employees and the public on what actions must be taken; may also function in an informational role in areas where specific advice is not needed. Assists with the revision of training programs; prepares and presents a variety of training workshops and seminars. Performs routine data input into a computerized human resources information system to establish and update applicant and employee records and benefits information. Prepares and edits correspondence and forms. Prepares reports, graphs, charts and statistics in support of human resource operations and studies.
Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education: Bachelor's degree in a related field.; Required Experience: No previous work experience required.; Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approved by Human Resource Services.; Required Certification/License:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE: Knowledge of principles, practices and standards of human resource administration in assigned area. Knowledge of state and federal regulations in assigned area.; SKILLS: Skill in problem analysis and resolution; advanced skill in computer applications including Excel; ABILITIES: Ability to effectively communicate with others.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Provides customer service as the first point of contact. Performs the daily administrative duties within the OPR office. Maintains case files, various databases and supporting materials, including retention/ disposition. Processes all Personnel Action Forms for the OPR office; discipline, employee relations, labor relations. Prepares and edits correspondence and forms for OPR. Prepares reports and metrics in support of human resources operations. Responsible for administrative functions in the absence of the executive admin for the AVP HR. Performs OPR case intake, scheduling and recording of hearings, investigation interviews, labor management committee meetings. Manages the Exit Interview/Questionnaire process, case trend analysis and records requests. Responsible for OPR website maintenance and content update. Under the direction of the supervisor, provides guidance on NMSU policy and union contract policies/procedures. Assists with research, revision and delivery of training programs. Provides information and answers inquiries regarding OPR functions including Performance Management, Conflict of Interest, Grievances/Appeals, Progressive Discipline, Unemployment, Complaints, Investigations, and Union Relations.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Requirements of the Position Department Contact: Donna Ottaviano, Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5) If Not a Standard Work Schedule:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required. Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking. Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
