Senior Human Resources Business Partner

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Sr HR Business Partner - INDOT Central Office

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package, and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana State Personnel Department (INSPD):

As an agency operating a shared services model, we provide the executive branch of state government with top-notch Human Resources services. INSPD has a dedicated team of human resources professionals working in many capacities, including director-level, generalists, and specialists in each discipline of human resources. Joining our team will open the door to many opportunities for lateral and upward mobility.

Role Overview
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In this role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to serve as the Sr. HR Business Partner for the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) Central office, located in the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis and the surrounding area. They will collaborate strategically with INDOT leadership, as well as with Indiana State Personnel Department (INSPD) field operations colleagues and key consultants to deliver results that enhance the employee experience.

The role is instrumental in providing great service to hundreds of employees in multiple locations, as well as supervising two Human Resources Business Partners. This leader will work to not only address the needs of key stakeholders, but they will also seek to discover gaps in needs and deploy creative solutions.

Salary Statement
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The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Provides consultation and guidance to agency executives and local office staff regarding human resources functions/issues (e.g., employee relations, policy, and procedures).
• Identifies potential classification/compensation, reorganization problems, and recommends solutions to management.
• Develops curriculum, coordinates and/or conducts training on various human resources/management issues/topics;
• Reviews and makes recommendations on agency/division policies, work improvement plans, and requests for working test extension.
• May coordinate and/or conduct agency new employee orientation.
• Keeps abreast of new developments, legislative changes, and court cases impacting work areas.
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment;
• Maintains Human Resource Information System records and compiles reports from the database.
• Assists in the evaluation of reports, decisions, and results of the assigned agency with established goals.
• Recommends new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in the efficiency of assigned agencies and services performed.
• Participates in developing agency goals, objectives, and systems.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Broad knowledge of the principles, laws, regulations, theories, and practices of human resources management and administration.
• Thorough knowledge of statewide HR mission, vision, and goals.
• Extensive knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, and policies as defined by the State Personnel Department, formal grievance procedures, Civil Rights legislation, and the overall mechanics of the merit and non-merit systems.
• Extensive knowledge of the agency's mission and administrative policies.
• Extensive knowledge of specific human resources programs such as Affirmative Action, ADA, and employee relations.
• Extensive knowledge of agency programs, structure, and staffing.
• Working knowledge of computers and software programs, and the ability to utilize these skills in the completion of job duties.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical…