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Human Resources Specialist 1 (LR)

Under the supervision of a Human Resources Specialist 2 (LR), the Human Resources Specialist 1 (LR) in this position will perform a wide range of duties in the administration of the employee and labor relations program within OPWDD's Region 3 (Capital District DDSO and Sunmount DDSO). Essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following: Providing advice and consultation to program managers and supervisors to ensure proper interpretation and equitable administration of contract provisions, providing advice and assistance regarding labor relations and disciplinary matters. Advising program managers, supervisors and employees on applicable laws, rules/policies, directives or negotiated agreements related to the work environment. Timely processing of Step 1 grievances in accordance with contractual timeframes, as the Step 1 hearing officer. Gathering evidence, scheduling hearings, preparing written grievance decisions; entering and monitoring the grievance tracker in Microsoft Lists. Conducting and/or assisting in employee misconduct investigations by gathering documents and statements, conducting interviews and interrogations of employees, writing investigative summaries. Acting as a liaison with the Justice Center, OIIA, and ADID Investigators, monitoring the Region 3 employee & labor relations email inbox(es), and performing associated duties ensuring all requests are met in a timely fashion. Assisting Employee Relations team in preparation of Article 33 Arbitrations. Implementing awards and decisions determined by Arbitration Hearings/settlements, and issuing Notices of Discipline and Notices of Suspension, as directed by the Employee Relations team. Conduct monthly New Employee Orientation (NEO) and quarterly Supervisor Training, as needed. Regular computer use of NYSTEP; TIMES; Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, Lists; VPCR; WebEx. Ability to work confidentially, independently, act discreetly and exercise good judgement. Committing to providing exceptional customer service, maintaining positive relationships with our union partners, embracing the mission of OPWDD, and exemplifying our values at all times. Other employee & labor relations duties as assigned. Occasional travel is required, with advanced notice. Minimum Qualifications COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Current Civil Service Eligible List, Professional Careers Opportunity (PCO) or Public Administration Traineeship Transition (PATT). Appointment may be made at the traineeship level. NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (NO EXAM REQUIRED): Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 Labor Relations, NS (equivalent to SG-14): A bachelor's or higher degree. Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2 Labor Relations, NS (equivalent to SG-16): A bachelor's or higher degree AND Either 1. One year of professional labor relations experience OR 2. a Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience. Human Resources Specialist 1 Labor Relations, SG-18: A bachelor's degree AND two years of professional labor relations experience Substitution: A Juris Doctor, master's or higher degree in a related field can substitute for one year of specialized experience. *Hiring agencies have discretion in determining whether a degree is related to the duties of the position. *Your degree must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If your degree was awarded by an educational institution outside the United States or its territories, you must provide independent verification of equivalency. This information can be found at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm. Candidates are responsible for the evaluation fee. REASSIGNMENT QUALIFICATIONS: Current Office for People with Developmental Disabilities employee with one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Human Resources Specialist 1 Labor Relations. 70.1 TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS: For 70.1 transfer to a Human Resources Specialist 1 Labor Relations, salary grade (SG-18), you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55 B/C service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-16 or above. For 70.1 transfer to a Human Resources Trainee 2 Labor Relations, salary grade (SG-16), you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55 B/C service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-13 or above. For 70.1 transfer to a Human Resources Trainee 1 Labor Relations, salary grade (SG-14), you must have one year of permanent competitive, or 55 B/C service in an approved title for transfer allocated to an SG-11 or above. To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm. 55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS: Possess the minimum qualifications for this title as established by the Department of Civil Service and listed on the most recent exam announcement. Meet the applicable minimal mental and/or physical requirements for the job (with a reasonable accommodation, if necessary). Have a current Eligibility Letter from the NYS Department of Civil Service, www.cs.ny.gov/rp55/ and be able to provide it to the Human Resources Office upon request. Additional Comments This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status. The position may be filled at the Human Resources Specialist Trainee 1 Labor Relations level equated to SG-14 ($56,655), Human Resources Specialist Trainee 2 Labor Relations level equated to SG-16 ($63,180) or full performance Human Resources Specialist 1 Labor Relations SG-18 ($67,119) based on education and experience. Candidates hired at the trainee level will be advanced to the full performance Human Resources Specialist 1 Labor Relations SG-18 following successful completion of the traineeship. If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 or 52.6 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee. Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume. All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility. If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice. Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Reasonable Accommodation Unit at (518) 486-7222 or email accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms. Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan. Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses. Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service