Human Resources Consultant Sr

Title: Human Resources Consultant Sr

State Role Title: Human Resources Senior Consultant

Hiring Range: $74,698-$121,384

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Salem

Agency Website: https://www.jobs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Are you a passionate, customer service oriented and strategic Human Resources leader? If so, this opportunity may be for you.

The Virginia Department of Transportation Salem District HR team is seeking an innovative and collaborative Human Resources Consultant Senior to provide advanced level professional HR consultation to all levels of management and employees on a broad scope of HR program including compensation, classification, talent acquisition, employee relations and performance management. This position is located in Salem, VA and telework eligibility will be in accordance with the Commonwealth’s Teleworking policy.

About the Position
As a Senior Human Resources Consultant, you will consult with VDOT’s Salem District managers/employees on policy interpretation; ensure compliance with legal requirements; advise managers on performance planning, evaluation and staffing; provide consultation, guidance and assistance to supervisors, managers, and employees with the District in all areas of the human resources field. Demonstrated knowledge and skill in the areas of talent acquisition, compensation, classification, employee relations, staff and management development and coaching are essential. In addition, the successful incumbent will be expected to work well with diverse audiences and customers from every level within the Agency and organization to include, but not limited to district and department leadership, general public, other State agencies and private sector agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of human resources management principles and practices including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, organization and job design. Knowledge of job analysis and job evaluation techniques and recruiting, screening, and interviewing techniques. Knowledge of employee relations and EO approaches such as counseling, mediation, grievance resolution, and complaint investigation. Knowledge of Federal and State regulations related to human resources functions. Knowledge of HR record keeping principles and HR information systems. Ability to develop strategies to improve customer services, program efficiency and effectiveness, and function as a team member with other HR staff. Ability to analyze data and reach conclusions which are logical and legally supportable, and counsel and advise managers and employees in the resolution of HR issues. Ability to consult with management teams to implement organizational change and to identify strategic issues and organizational needs. Ability to analyze data and make sound recommendations and develop logical conclusions. Ability to balance multiple priorities, lead meetings, make effective business decisions and meet project-based deadlines. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers. Ability to collect, assemble, process and file information using manual and automated systems. Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times. Ability to design, analyze and implement policies, procedures and programs. Must be willing to engage in infrequent, in-state overnight travel.

Additional Considerations

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Human Resources Management, Organizational Development
Considerable professional experience in Human Resources with demonstrated experience working across multiple HR functional areas, such as compensation, benefits, employee relations, performance management and working in the Commonwealth of Virginia system, or government experience
Professional certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR)
Experience mitigating employee relations issues, managing and leading employee relation investigations
Experience coaching managers and supervisors on increasing employee engagement and development
Experience providing training on human resources related topics, to include talent acquisition, performance management, classification, compensation, grievance processes, discipline practices, coaching and employee development
Experience conducting job classification reviews, position audits, and reviewing organization structure changes
Experience performing the full scope of talent acquisition responsibilities to include compensation consultation

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

• Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities;
availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the
Commonwealth telework policy. (only for eligible positions)
• We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that
provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in
support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard
Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
• VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

Contact Information

Name: Donna Fizer

Phone: 540-494-9465

Email: donna.fizer@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.