Assistant Division Director (Posting #389-24) at NJ Department of Children and Families in Trenton, New Jersey

Job Description:

Assistant Division Director

(Posting #389-24)

 

The Department of Children and Families (DCF) seeks a proven leader to serve as the Assistant Division Director of the Office of Human Resources. 

 

The Assistant Division Director of Human Resources, reporting to the Deputy Director, will be primarily responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of human resources policies, programs, activities, procedures and practices. This role is also responsible for the management and overall planning, organizing, and directing of the following human resources units:

 

* Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

* Leaves

* Workers’ Compensation

* Electronic Cost Accounting and Timesheet System (eCATS)

* Performance Assessment Review (ePAR)

 

This position will be located in Trenton, NJ and may be eligible to work remotely for up to two days in a calendar week.

 

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university. Preference will be given to applicants with degrees in Human Resources, Labor, Employment Law or related field.

 

EXPERIENCE:  Seven (7) years of professional experience in a personnel or human resource management program, three (3) years of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity. Extensive professional experience with employment law including ADA, disability and reasonable accommodations, is required. 

 

SKILLS AND ABILITILES REQUIRED:

* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

* Thorough understanding and knowledge of state and federal laws regarding labor and employment law.

* Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

* Strong supervisory and leadership skills.

* Ability to function in a fast-paced environment.

* Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.

* Ability to effectively prepare clear and concise PowerPoint presentations and present to large audiences.

 

RESUME NOTE: Eligibility determinations will be based upon information presented on the resume only.  Applicants who possess a degree from a college or university outside the United States must provide an evaluation of one’s transcripts from a recognized evaluation service at the time of submission by the above closing date. Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.

 

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.

 

TO APPLY: You must submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document, saving the file by your Last Name, First Name.

 

Please indicate in your cover letter the Posting # and where you found this job opportunity. Send the file to:

 

Job.Posting@dcf.nj.gov

 

 

LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

 

PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS: As a prospective employee of the State of New Jersey, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF.

 

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are applying under the NJ “SAME” program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their Website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml, email: CSC-SAME@csc.nj.gov, or call CSC at (609) 292-4144, option 3.

 

RESIDENCY LAW: Please refer to the New Jersey Department of Children and Families’ website at https://www.nj.gov/dcf/about/employment/dcf/.

 

 

The Department of Children and Families is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment which reflects the diversity of the state we serve.

 

 

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