Are you excited about having a role in the delivery and execution of Human Resources services to employees? Do you enjoy working with employees in the resolution of day to day concerns? If so, Arlington County's Department of Human Services (DHS) Human Resources Bureau may have an opportunity for you! Arlington County is seeking a skilled and motivated Human Resources Generalist with a proven track record of providing payroll and human resources services and guidance to employees.

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is an integrated department with over 760 employees who strive to make a real difference in people's lives by providing outstanding human services to include public heath, behavioral health, child and family services, aging and disability services, and economic independence services. DHS is committed to utilizing a racial equity framework for all policies and practices that are developed. The HR Generalist will work with all levels to help ingrain these values in the delivery of services provided to our customers.

Specific duties:

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  Payroll: Processing and validating bi-weekly payroll and leave records and assisting with payroll/leave issues by reviewing all changes in County & State compensation systems i.e. merit awards, special pays, compensation studies, new hires, transfers;
• Training: Developing and facilitating trainings on various Human Resources topics to management and non-management employees;
• Recruitment: Assisting managers with the recruitment life cycle and position classifications processes to include preparing New Hire Packets and assisting with and conducting on-boarding and off-boarding.
• Performance Management: Providing guidance and coordination of performance management and appraisal procedures (probationary and yearly);
• Employee Relations: Counseling, coaching and advising staff on employee relations matters by interpreting, applying and guiding employees on County and departmental regulations and policies; and
• Working with the County’s Disability Resource Coordinator to ensure proper ADA accommodations are in place for employees and potential candidates.

• Strong interpersonal, active listening, and communication skills;
• Ability to analyze situations to effectively provide suggested resolutions as well as organizational and planning skills;
• Experience preparing, interpreting, analyzing, and auditing standard reports and records;
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and maintain confidentiality; and
• Ability to independently prioritize work and establish and communicate deadlines as well as problem solve to research problems and identify solutions.

Minimum:

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  Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Public/Business Administration or related field; plus
• Considerable experience in payroll processes, training & development, employee management relations and recruitment.

• Working for a local, state, or federal government agency;
• HR Certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, IPMA-SCP/CP

An attached letter of interest and resume is part of a complete application. Please attach a letter of interest and resume which highlights your background and experience which you believe qualifies you for this position.

A pre-hire background check will be conducted on candidates who are selected for employment. It may include checks of the following: criminal record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You may be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Covid-19 Vaccination: Arlington County Government is committed to the health, safety and wellness for all staff. In support of that commitment, all current and newly hired employees are required to provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination. For those qualified employees with a disability or sincerely held religious belief which prohibits them from receiving a vaccine, you will be able to contact the Office of Human Rights to request a reasonable accommodation. Adherence to this policy is a condition of employment.

Work hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. This position is a hybrid/telework eligible 3-4 days per week

The official job title of this position is Human Resources/OD Specialist.

Note: This recruitment is open until the position is filled with a preferred filing date of December 22, 2022. Applications submitted by this date will receive first consideration. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. Qualified applicants in this first group will be referred to the hiring manager and interviews will be conducted on a regular basis throughout the recruitment with candidates whose qualifications best fit our needs. Applications received after December 22, 2022, may be considered only if a hire is not made from applicants received by the preferred filing date. The application process will close when the position has been filled or when enough qualified applications have been received.

Please complete each section of the application. A resume and letter of interest should be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of the selection (or application) process and are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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