HR Business Partner at State of Nebraska in North Platte, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Transportation - Agency 27



Location:

North Platte, NE



Hiring Rate:

$26.318



Job Posting:

JR2024-00010857 HR Business Partner (Open)



Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-09-2024



Job Description:

A day in the life of the HR Business Partner is never the same, but, in this role, you will establish yourself as the go-to partner for Agency leadership regarding employee performance and employee relations topics. You will build strong relationships with all levels within the Agency, coach and train leadership to promote a culture that supports teammate development and engagement, write assorted professional documents, and help influence the right outcomes while driving HR issues through to resolution.


The successful candidate will serve as the employee relations expert, and first point of contact for HR-related topics to teammates located in 5 of our Districts in Central and Western Nebraska which are headquartered in Grand Island, Gering, North Platte, McCook, and Ainsworth and will office out of our North Platte location.


The mission of the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) is to provide the best possible transportation system for the movement of people and goods that promotes safety, mobility, and economic growth, which enhances the quality of life for all Nebraskans. Our culture is vibrant, and teammates feel valued as individuals and as part of our team. We hire good people who share our sense of pride and are excited to make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans.


We reward our employee's hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:


• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates


Pay range is $26.318 - $41.215 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.


JOB DUTIES:


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
• Coach, guide, and advise Agency leadership on a variety of employee performance and employee relations topics to support them in being the best leaders they can be.
• Serve as an HR subject matter expert and Agency representative regarding performance coaching, conflict resolution, corrective action, workplace complaints/investigations, Nebraska Equal Opportunity Commission (NEOC) complaints, grievances, state and federal employment law, and Contract and Rules interpretation and compliance.
• Write professional, formal, and informal correspondence, reports, letters, and responses applicable to the employee relations-related responsibilities listed above.
• Champion both employee perspective and Agency needs to promote a positive, collaborative, respectful, and continually improving and engaging work environment.
• Conduct investigations to include information and data gathering, analyzing information, validating conclusions, and making recommendations for appropriate action.
• Partner with fellow HR Business Partners as well as the HR Center of Expertise (COE) to align Agency business objectives with HR initiatives, policies, and procedures.
• Be highly ethical and responsible for customer needs, demonstrate strong business acumen, and provide a high level of customer service.
• Use and manage data to track insights and interpret trends.
• Stay up to date on employee relations-related case law, best practices, legislation, and federal and state employment law.
• Participate in and lead HR projects as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.



Requirements/ Qualifications




Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in a related field. Experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.



Preferred Qualifications:Prior employee performance and/or employee relations experience. Experience in, or a strong desire to learn to write a variety of formal and informal documents. HR Business Partner experience. Experience collecting and analyzing data. Experience conducting investigations.



Other:

• Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
  
  


• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
  
  


• Regular and reliable attendance is also required.
  
  

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with a high attention to detail and a collaborative nature.


• Strong mentality for continuous improvement and exceeding internal customer expectations.


• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.


• Ability to influence outcomes effectively.


• Ability to build and leverage enduring relationships.


• Ability to work independently and in a remote/virtual environment.

Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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