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As a member of the VEC HR Team you will manage the human resource functional areas of recruitment and selection (employment), performance management, personnel records and transactions, workers’ compensation (WC), awards programs and new hire onboarding and HR training. Serves as one of the agency’s Diversity Officers. Consult with executive team, managers, supervisors, and employees in these functional areas to assist them in meeting their business needs, while also ensuring consistent application of state and agency policies and procedures. Provide ongoing customer service to managers, supervisors, staff, other government agencies, and the public. Serves as a project team member and is the acting Director in the absence of the HR Director.
At the VEC, we strive every day to be the embodiment of our values of People, Accuracy, Teamwork, and Efficiency, as we support our mission by providing services in the areas of Job Placement, Unemployment Insurance, Workforce Development, and Economic Information. So, why work for the VEC? As the largest employment agency in Virginia, employees of the VEC have many different jobs but all share one common purpose – providing service to our customers, whether they are external or internal. If this sounds like a mission that you would like to be a part of, apply today!
This position physically reports to our Henrico central office.Effective July 5, 2022, in accordance with the Governor of Virginia and pre-pandemic policies, Virginia State Employees will return to the physical workplace. Telework may be an option for certain eligible positions. You can read the Commonwealth’s Telework Policy here.
Minimum Qualifications
At a minimum, the qualified applicant will possess:
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource administration including federal and state laws, regulations, and policies, particularly those related to employment, state records retention and performance management.
Demonstrated ability to supervise or lead/guide the work of others; to manage and coordinate comprehensive program details, to conduct research, analyze data and apply results; to communicate effectively to employees at all levels; to instruct adults, including preparing instructional plans and supporting methods and materials.
Comprehensive knowledge of and the ability to apply the principles, practices, and theories of human resource management and the laws, policies, and procedures governing their application. Experience in project management and program development.
Strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, analytical, computer (word processing, spreadsheet, and database management) and organizational skills.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and to work independently.
Ability to collect, analyze, and distribute data, prepare findings and recommendations, and manage related databases and files.
Preferred Qualifications
In addition, preferred candidates will have:
A degree in human resources, public administration or related field and/or equivalent experience, training, and knowledge of performance management policies and procedures.Certification in human resource management (e.g., Professional in Human Resources, and SHRM-CP).
Experience using state automated systems (e.g., Cardinal and/or PMIS) and Microsoft Office Professional (Access, Word, Excel and Access). Working knowledge of the state Learning Center a plus.
Special Requirements
The selected candidate must successfully pass a background investigation.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and inclusivity are at the heart of what we do in Virginia, and the VEC is committed to upholding these values in our employment opportunities across the Commonwealth to people from all backgrounds, including all races, ethnicities, genders, and abilities.
The Virginia Employment Commission Is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program, and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) certified employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
- Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, emailed, faxed, or hand delivered applications and résumés will not be accepted.
- Applications are not accepted after the recruitment closing date.
- Please carefully review the details of this recruitment including the location of the position and the posted salary before applying. VEC does not provide relocation assistance, and no salary will be offered outside of the posted salary range / flat rate.
- Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application (and/or resume). You must ensure your application/resume includes the scope of your experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as it relates to the position you are applying for. Information not stated will not be assumed.
- This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
- For the status of your application and this position, please refer to your RMS / Jobs.Virginia.Gov account. We do not provide application status updates via email or telephone.
- Auxiliary Aids and Services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
- Applicants needing accommodations should contact the Human Resource office for additional information.
The VEC does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work in the US.
NOTICE: VEC will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
