Job Description

This Position is for Current DPS HRO Employees Only

PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

SUBMITTED THROUGH WORK IN TEXAS: Work In Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting. In order to complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile. Go to CAPPS Recruit to Sign In https://erphcmprd.cpa.texas.gov/psc/candidateportal/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?FOCUS=Applicant&

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Perform highly advanced (seniorlevel) managerial work overseeing the daily operations and activities of the HR Service Teams and related/embedded components, e.g., CAPPS; Comp & Class. Work involves establishing goals and objectives; developing guidelines and procedures; developing schedules, and assessing priorities and standards for achieving established goals. Participate in developing policy, rules, and guidelines. Oversee the coordination and evaluation activities for these specific groups. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of these teams. Work is performed under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.
Military Crosswalk for Occupational Category Program Management
Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Manage the activities of the HRST program area(s). Provide proactive leadership, direction, guidance, and assistance to staff to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and responsiveness to agency needs.

2. Oversee the processing of HRST activities. Work with agency executive(s), managerial, and legal staff on complicated or difficult matters.

3. Oversee the development and preparation of training outlines and guides for NEO and other training activities.

4. Develop, prepare and/or oversee preparation of HRST management, productivity, and financial reports and studies.

5. Plan, develop, implement, coordinate, monitor, and/or evaluate policies and procedures.

6. Develop and implement techniques and processes for evaluating and maximizing efficiency and effectiveness of program activities.

7. Identify the need to revise program area(s). Assist with HRIS/ATS testing.

8. Plan, develop, and approve schedules, priorities, and standards for achieving goals; and direct evaluation activities.

9. Represent the agency at business meetings, conferences, seminars, boards, panels, and committees.

10. Review guidelines, procedures, rules, and regulations; and monitor compliance.

11. Adapt existing procedures and processes to meet legislative changes and operating needs. Participate in reviewing legislation and proposed changes each biennium.

12. Review and/or assist with internal/external audits, research studies, and forecasts.

13. Assist divisions and HRST direct reports in policy and statute interpretation, and training and counseling agency staff on issues, rules, and regulations as appropriate.

14. Plan, assign, and supervise the work of others.

15. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.

16. Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS:

Education Graduation from an accredited fouryear college or university with major course work in Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, Management, Public Administration, or a related discipline preferred.

Experience Minimum eight (8) years¿ progressively responsible supervisory/managerial experience relevant to the performance of the duties described above.

Substitution Note: Additional work experience of the type described or other related education may be substituted for one another on a yearforyear basis.

Licensure and/or Certification SHRM or HRCI Certification in Human Resources (e.g., CP; SCP, PHR, SPHR) is preferred. If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.

Regulatory knowledge Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures, including: Employment law, state compensation/classification rules, FLSA, CHRI, TCOLE, records retention, and rules related to CAPPS/HRIS, ATS, and other modules.

Supervisory/Managerial/Leadership Skills Knowledge of management and supervisory methods and principles. Ability to interview, supervise, schedule, evaluate, and motivate others by providing effective coaching and leadership. Knowledge of the development, preparation, fiscal management, and control required to administer a program budget. Demonstrated skill in using logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions, and/or approaches to problems.

Technology Proficiency with Microsoft Office and appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems (e.g. CAPPS, SharePoint) and be able to learn new software/systems.

Interpersonal Skills Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers. Must demonstrate DPS¿ core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.

Organizational and Prioritization Skills Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multidemand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism.

Presentation/Communication Skills Must be able to construct and deliver clear, concise, and professional presentations and/or communications to a variety of audiences and/or individuals.

Research and Comprehension Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.

Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.

Confidentiality and Protected Information Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and dissemination of information.

Safety Must be able to work in safe manner at all times, avoiding shortcuts that have potential adverse results/risks, and must be able to comply with safety standards and best practices.

Schedule and/or Remote/Telecommuting work and/or Travel Availability for afterhours and weekend work is required. This position may have the ability to telecommute based on the needs of the division/agency. Occasional travel may be required.

PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Environment: Office/Indoors;
• Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, sit;
• Handeye coordination and arm/hand/finger dexterity;
• Ability to speak, hear, and exercise visual acuity;
• Driving requirements: Low frequency.

State of Texas Benefits and Retirement Information: https://www.ers.texas.gov/

Current DPS employees who submit applications for posted DPS positions shall notify their immediate supervisor in writing.

A DPS employee who is selected for a position in the same salary group and state title as their current position will be transferred with no salary change.

A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary.

Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions.

DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

State of Texas retirees may be rehired for fulltime, noncommissioned positions only under very specific circumstances.