Human Resources Assistant 6-E8/9

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Human Resources Assistant 6-E8/9

Salary

$21.28 - $31.26 Hourly

Location

Adrian, MI

Job Type

Permanent Full Time

Job Number

1901-25MD-171DOC-ARF

Department

Civil Service Commission

Opening Date

02/12/2025

Closing Date

2/19/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE)

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Job Description

Ready to elevate your Human Resources career? The Michigan Civil Service Commission (MSCS) is seeking a detail-oriented and motivated individual to join our team as a Human Resources Assistant. In this dynamic role, you’ll support the Michigan Department of Corrections (MDOC) by handling a variety of HR activities that directly contribute to the success of the organization.

If you have strong analytical skills and a passion for helping others, we want to hear from you. This is an opportunity for growth and advancement.

Apply now!

Job Description

The Michigan Civil Service Commission is looking for a motivated individual who is organized, has exemplary analytical and problem-solving skills, and is interested in working in a fast-paced Human Resources environment. This position will serve as a Human Resources Assistant performing a full range of human resources activities servicing the Michigan Department of Corrections.

Characteristics, behaviors, and personality traits of our ideal candidate include:

• A strong understanding of recruitment and classification.

• Ability to investigate, analyze, interpret, and apply policies, rules, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements

• Ability to manage many tasks and responsibilities effectively at the same time while frequently switching between tasks

• Adaptable

• An ability to plan-ahead

• An understanding the sense of urgency in particular matters

• Analytical thinking

• Approachable

• Compassionate

• Empathetic

• Excellent communication skills.

• Motivated

• Organized

• Outgoing

• Problem solver

Position Description-E (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/HR Assistant 6-E8.docx)

Position Description-A

Required Education and Experience

This position generally requires the education acquired through completion of high school. Specific information on the different class levels is in thejob specifications of the Human Resources Assistant class. (https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/H/HumanResourcesAssistant.pdf)

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.

Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.

Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.

Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.

Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.

Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.

Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.

Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.

Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.

Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.

Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.

Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.

Updated: 2/28/24

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HUMRAST - Do you possess at least an educational level typically acquired through the completion of high school? OR the educational level typically acquired through completion of high school and the equivalent of at least two years of full-time active-duty experience at or above the E-6 level in the uniformed services?

• Yes

• No

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  HUMRAST - Please select your level of experience.

• At least 1 year of administrative support experience.

• At least 2 years of administrative support experience, or one year equivalent to the Human Resources Customer Service Representative 6.

• At least 3 years years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to the Human Resources Assistant 7 or Human Resources Customer Service Representative 7 in state service.

• At least 4 years of administrative support experience, including one year equivalent to a Human Resources Assistant E8 or Human Resources Customer Service Representative E8 in state service.

  03

  Please explain why this position in Human Resources interests you and why you believe you would be an asset to the work unit.

  04

  Please briefly describe what "providing excellent customer service" means to you.

  05

  Please rate your level of expertise in Microsoft Excel

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Expert

  06

  Please rate your level of expertise in Microsoft Word.

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Expert

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  Please rate your level expertise in Microsoft PowerPoint

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Expert

  08

  Please rate your level of expertise in Microsoft Access

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• Expert

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  Please select your level of experience working in a Human Resources Office.

• None

• Less than one year

• More than one year, less than two years

• More than two years, less than three years

• More than three years, less than four years

• More than four years, less than five years

• More than five years

  10

  Please explain your experience working in a Human Resources Office. If you selected "None", please type N/A.

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  Please select your level of experience performing classification activities in a Human Resources Office.

• None

• Less than one year

• More than one year, less than two years

• More than two years, less than three years

• More than three years, less than four years

• More than four years, less than five years

• More than five years

  12

  Please select your level of experience working in a Labor Relations office.

• None

• Less than one year

• More than one year, less than two years

• More than two years, less than three years

• More than three years, less than four years

• More than four years, less than five years

• More than five years

  13

  Please explain your experience working in a Labor Relations office. If you indicated "None" in the question above, please type N/A.

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  Please select your level of experience interpreting and applying Rules and Regulations pertaining to Human Resources practices.

• None

• Less than one year

• More than one year, less than two years

• More than two years, less than three years

• More than three years, less than four years

• More than four years, less than five years

• More than five years

  15

  Please select your level of experience with payroll processing in a 24-hour/7 days a week operation.

• None

• Less than one year

• More than one year, less than two years

• More than two years, less than three years

• More than three years, less than four years

• More than four years, less than five years

• More than five years

  16

  Please select your level of experience working in a human resources office with payroll/timekeeping functions. (i.e. certifying, auditing, or approving timesheets)

• None

• Less than one year

• More than one year, less than two years

• More than two years, less than three years

• More than three years, less than four years

• More than four years, less than five years

• More than five years

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  Please select your level of experience providing training on Human Resources topics.

• None

• Less than one year

• More than one year, less than two years

• More than two years, less than three years

• More than three years, less than four years

• More than four years, less than five years

• More than five years

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  Please explain your experience providing training on Human Resources topics. If none, please type N/A.

  Required Question

Employer

State of Michigan

Department

Civil Service Commission

Address

400 S. Pine Street, P.O. Box 30002

Lansing, Michigan, 48909

Phone

800-788-1766

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