State of South Carolina Hiring for Human Resources Manager I (Employee Relations)-60016122 Job at Columbia, SC Full Time

Responsibilities of the Human Resources Manager I:

• You will serve as the Employee Relations (ER) Manager for Admin by advising managers and employees on personnel and ER matters, to include responding to employee complaints, conducting investigations, overseeing disciplinary actions, developing and interpreting policy, and overseeing the exit interview process. Work closely with Human Resource (HR) Director and Legal Counsel on complex matters.

• You will oversee and supervise the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) process for Admin. Counsel employees on their rights under FMLA to include ensuring the completion of proper documentation and follow up with the appropriate parties to ensure timely and accurate processing in SCEIS. Collaborate with Benefits regarding employment matters related to Extended Illness, ADA and FMLA.

• You will manage the Employee Performance Management System (EPMS) Program. To provide guidance and counseling to employees and managers on the employee performance process and supervising staff to prepare related personnel paperwork. Implement management policies and initiatives and promote teamwork.

• You will serve as the Equal Employment Officer (EEO) to investigate allegations of discrimination and harassment and recommend appropriate action to management.

• You will manage the grievance review process and the unemployment claims. To include representing the agency at mediations, grievance procedures, hearings, appeals, conferences and as need at the Appeal Tribunal with the SC Department of Employment and Workforce (SCDEW).

A bachelor’s degree and relevant human resource (HR) experience or an equivalency by State Human Resources based on years of experience.

Additional Requirements:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of HR management.
• Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding HR management.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with a wide variety of people.
• Skill in conducting interviews, gathering information, and conducting investigations.
• Ability to interpret and apply complex policies and procedures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

The Department of Administration is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.

The South Carolina Department of Administration offers an exceptional benefits package for full time (FTE) employees:

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.