Position Information

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AgencyMotor Vehicles, Department of

TitleHuman Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations), G-23

Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $86773 to $108413 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 30%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? Yes

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Albany

Street Address 6 Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Building

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12228

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the general direction of an Associate Director of Human Resources, G-27, a Human Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations) will complete the following duties, including but not limited to:
• Supervising Human Resources Specialist 1 (Labor Relations) staff in the Labor Relations office. The incumbent will train, guide and mentor staff knowledge and abilities, evaluate their performance and training needs; assign and manage assignments and travel; review work of staff while in progress to evaluate need for adjustments; perform the first level review of work completed by staff (Notices of Discipline, Settlements, Grievance Decisions, Database development, etc.); and guide and assist staff in preparing for arbitrations and grievance hearings.
• Providing technical advice and assistance to management regarding the interpretation and application of negotiated agreements, Civil Service Law, Department policies and procedures. Assisting in counseling employees and analyzing employee time records to identify attendance issues.
• Conducting disciplinary investigations, interviewing witnesses, gathering evidence, reviewing applicable policies and documents, consulting with supervisors and managers, conducting interrogations, writing Notices of Discipline and proposing penalties. Preparing draft settlements, reviewing and discussing settlements with management and unions, conducting Agency Level Meetings.
• Representing Department at CSEA Time and Attendance Hearings, CSEA Expedited Resolution Meetings, Article 33 Arbitrations and Section 75 Hearings. Preparing witnesses to testify, preparing evidence and case, conducting direct examination and cross-examination of witnesses, writing Closing Briefs.
• Assisting managers with Step One grievance hearings and decisions, conducting Step Two grievance hearings and drafts decisions, providing supporting documentation and information to GOER for Step Three grievances.
• Facilitating the discussion and resolution of labor/management issues through both informal discussions and formal committees.
• Managing issues of employee health and safety, such as the Prevention of Violence in the Workplace law, NYS Public Employee Safety and Health Act, as well as informal complaints and issues forwarded by managers, unions and employees.
• Conducting supervisor training in Labor Relations matters, such as counseling and discipline for work performance, attendance and behavior issues; the disciplinary process; and grievances.

Preferred skills:
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Demonstrate problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, both oral and written.
• Good management and leadership.
• Great customer/employee service.

Minimum Qualifications To be eligible for this position, you must meet one of the following conditions:
1. Eligible for appointment from the Human Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations), G-23 eligible list.
2. In a Human Resources Specialist 2 (Labor Relations), G-23 title eligible for reassignment
3. In a G-21 or higher title that meets criteria for 70.1 or 52.6 transfer
4. For provisional appointment*: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as Human Resources Specialist 1 (Labor Relations) or Human Resources Specialist 1.
5. For NCP appointment**: One year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as Human Resources Specialist 1 (Labor Relations) or Human Resources Specialist 1.
The Division of Personnel anticipates the possibility of making an appointment in the near future to this title. Section 52.7 of Civil Service Law allows an agency to nominate a candidate for a non-competitive promotion examination when there are three or fewer qualified candidates in the departmental promotion field interested in competing in an examination to fill a position. The following position is being posted to determine if there is a promotion field and/or if a non-competitive examination is appropriate in accordance with Section 52.7.
*A provisional appointment is authorized by §65 of the Civil Service Law when there are fewer than three list eligibles willing to accept appointment to the position. In order to be provisionally appointed to the posted title, the candidate must meet the minimum qualifications as specified above. If offered a provisional appointment to the position, the candidate must take the next examination to be held for this title and be reachable on the subsequent established eligible list.
**An NCP appointment may be allowed if there are three or fewer qualified candidates in the promotion field interested in the position.

Additional Comments Hours of the position will be discussed at the time of interview, including questions regarding Flextime, AWS/Compressed work week and Telecommuting.

There are many benefits to working for the DMV! Including:
o Paid Leave
o Paid Holidays
o Pension
o Health Insurance
o Dental & Vision Coverage
o Flex Spending
o Voluntary 457B Retirement Saving Program
o Health Care Spending Account
o Tuition Assistance Programs
o Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
o Transportation Savings Program
o Employee Assistance Programs
For additional information about the benefits of being a state employee, visit the Office of Employee Relations website at https://oer.ny.gov/employee-benefit-programs.

DMV is committed to being a model employer for people with disabilities. DMV’s commitment includes ensuring that the recruitment, application, interviewing and hiring processes are accessible to all job applicants. If you are a job applicant who may need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact DMV’s Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Accessibility at diversityandinclusion@dmv.ny.gov.

The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to diversity and equal opportunity, and to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply, including people with disabilities or any other protected category under the law. Our goal as an employer is to reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and customers we serve.

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

How to Apply

Name Amanda Jackson

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Amanda.Jackson@dmv.ny.gov

Address

Street 6 Empire State Plaza

Swan Street Building

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12228

 

Notes on ApplyingSend a cover letter, referencing the Vacancy ID noted at the top of this posting, along with your clear and concise resume stating your current Civil Service title, if applicable, and indicating how you believe you meet the qualifications for appointment.

Please note: Candidates applying from outside DMV may be asked for their Social Security number to verify NYS employment history and transfer eligibility.