Position Information

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AgencyWorkers' Compensation Board

TitleDirector of Human Resources 3, WCB item 2601

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade663

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $111925 to $141439 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Schenectady

Street Address Office of Financial Services, Human Resources Management

328 State Street

City Schenectady

StateNY

Zip Code12305

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have one year permanent or 55 b/c service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.

OR

Provisional Qualifications:
Must be a qualified employee of New York State with one year of service at M-1 or higher in a human resources, training, or labor relations title. If appointed provisionally, the incumbent will need to take the next Civil Service examination for this title and pass with a score that will be immediately reachable on the resulting eligible list. Failure to take, pass and achieve a reachable score on the examination may result in revocation of the appointment.

OR

Non-Competitive Promotion Qualification (NCP):
If the number of direct line candidates is three or less, a competitive examination will not be held and the agency, at its discretion, may nominate a candidate for a non-competitive promotion under the provision of Section 52.7 of the Civil Service Law. In order to be eligible for an NCP, candidates must have one year of service at M-1 or higher in a human resources, training, or labor relations title.

Duties Description Under the general direction of the Deputy Executive Director, formulates the Board’s overall classification, recruitment, staffing, on-boarding, exam planning, and labor relations policies and programs and is responsible for directing and implementing all activities in these areas.

Provides guidance and direction to Associate Directors Human Resources, and their staff, to identify and clarify goals and objectives of each functional area.

Serves as expert advisor to executive team on human resources issues.

Represents Executive Staff in consultation and negotiations with employee unions, including PEF, CSEA, NYSCOPBA and Council 82.

Personally deals with employee organizations and Board program managers in the resolution of grievances, disciplinary cases and contract administration matters.

Maintains liaison with the Office of Employee Relations and the Department of Civil Service and interprets the State’s policy for Board personnel.

Additional Comments Please Note: A hybrid telecommuting schedule can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.

Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.

Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Program
• Flexible Spending Program, which allows employees to set aside pre-tax payroll deductions for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.


For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

The Workers’ Compensation Board (Board) is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Board is dedicated to eliminating injustices and ensuring diversity in our workforce so we can better serve our staff and create a space where all feel safe to be themselves. To help meet those goals, we encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. We are looking for candidates who are committed to working in and contributing to an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, as well as inclusion, and celebrates people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax 518-486-6364

Email Address hrm@wcb.ny.gov

Address

Street WCB - Human Resources Management

328 State Street, Room 133

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12305

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume which lists your actual Civil Service title, salary grade and specific verifiable information as to how you meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible to apply for this position. Please send your application to HRM@WCB.ny.gov (email applications are preferred). It is important that you reference the WCB Item #2601 in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. (Please DO NOT reference the Vacancy ID No.)