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Human Resources Classification Trainee

Start—or take the next step in your HR journey with the State of Connecticut. The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is excited to announce a new opportunity for a Human Resources Classification Trainee within the Classification Unit. In this role, you’ll join a development program designed to help you build expertise in Classification, Mandatory Rights Administration, and Grievance Coordination within public‑sector HR.

Upon successful completion of the training period, you’ll move into the target class of Human Resources Associate. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment that prioritizes collaboration and professional development.

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• A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

• Hybrid.
• Monday – Friday.
• Full Time, 40 Hours/week.
• First Shift, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM or 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
• Location:
  
  450 Columbus Boulevard in Hartford, CT

As a Human Resources Classification Trainee, you’ll embark on a 1‑to‑2‑year development journey. The program prepares you for a career as a Human Resources Associate. The position supports Classification and Mandatory Rights Administration for over 30 agencies across the state. While strategic direction is set by leadership, you will play a key role in executing those strategies and ensuring smooth, compliant HR processes.

As part of our team, you may contribute to some or all of the following areas, depending on assignment:

• Classification Administration:
  Research job class history, analyze documentation, revise job classifications, and implement approved changes in Job Aps.
• Mandatory Rights Administration (Freenames):
  Review and process reemployment rights for negatively impacted employees, approve or deny statewide transfer transactions, and train state agencies on the process.
• Reclassification Grievance Coordination:
  Conduct hearings, review evidence, and issue decisions in accordance with collective bargaining agreements. Maintain records and communicate outcomes to unions and agencies.
• Technology & Data Management:
  Maintain aspects of the State’s Applicant Tracking System and related technology supporting Freenames; prepare reports, manuals, and correspondence.
• Collaboration & Learning:
  Partner with HR staff deployed to agencies to support classification strategies; gain an understanding of agency missions and workplaces.

• Collaborative Mentorship:
  Work directly with HR leaders and professionals committed to your growth and success.
• Professional Development:
  Build specialized expertise in classification, mandatory rights, and grievance coordination within public‑sector HR.
• Impactful Work:
  Help maintain integrity in classification systems and employee rights, ensuring agencies can hire and retain talent effectively.
• Positive Environment:
  We foster an inclusive, respectful workplace where your contributions are recognized.

• Participates in a formal development program designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed to qualify for appointment and advancement to a designated managerial or professional/confidential class.
• Performs/learns the duties of the designated function.
• Performs/learns leadership skills and develops leadership traits.
• Prepares program progress reports.
• Attends managerial meetings germane to designated function.
• Prepares and gives presentations.
• Assists in major projects.
• Participates in budget preparation and management.
• Attends formal training courses.
• May lead special projects.
• Performs related duties as required.

• Considerable:
  • oral and written communication skills;
  • interpersonal skills;
• Considerable ability to:
  • understand and apply state and federal laws, statutes and regulations;
  • analyze and solve problems;
  • effect and manage change;
  • plan for and implement excellent customer service;
  • learn a new knowledge base in functional area;
  • learn and apply policy and procedure;
• Managerial aptitude.

Candidates must be able to meet the experience and training requirements of the designated class at the completion of the…