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Maryland Department of Transportation · 1 month ago

Modal HR Business Partner Manager (DOT Executive IV)

Hanover, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$105K/yr - $163K/yr

6+ years exp

The Maryland Department of Transportation is seeking a visionary and accomplished Human Resources professional for the role of Modal HR Business Partner Manager. This pivotal position acts as the HR liaison between Modal Administrations and The Secretary’s Office, focusing on exemplary customer service and effective teamwork while overseeing various HR functions.

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Responsibilities

Provide operational HR support as the designated point of contact for TSO and Modal partners, ensuring consistent interpretation and application of HR policies and procedures

Lead and coordinate the strategic administration of TSO HR functions, encompassing recruitment, employee and labor relations, classification and compensation processes, and major employee programs and events

Understand modal administration operations and advocate for their needs, ensuring their priorities are effectively represented within the TSO office

Deliver high-quality customer service and foster collaborative problem-solving, strengthening relationships across Modal and TSO HR teams

Champion HR best practices that align with MDOT’s goals by engaging Modal and TSO partners in discussions on business strategies and workforce priorities

Partnering with functional areas within HR, TSO, and Modes to develop streamlined strategies and processes for all activities that impact employees to support the modal administrations while closely collaborating with TSO Office of Human Resources

Staying updated on the latest legal and regulatory environments to offer valuable insights into best practices and compliance practices for Modal Administration and TSO personnel

Collaborate with Modal HR Directors on HR Transformation initiatives, contributing to the modernization and improvement of HR

Assuming the role of acting Director of Human Resources in the Director's absence

This position directly supervises TSO staff, provides guidance and policy interpretation to Modal Administrations, and develops MDOT-wide HR programs and policies

Qualification

Human Resources ManagementLabor RelationsCompensationClassificationTalent AcquisitionEmployee RelationsHR Best PracticesLegal ComplianceAdvocacy SkillsInterpersonal SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication SkillsNegotiation SkillsDetail-OrientedAdaptabilityLeadership Skills

Required

Strong interpersonal skills for effective customer service and teamwork with various stakeholders

Excellent problem-solving abilities to address complex challenges in HR and policy advocacy

Exceptional advocacy skills to champion best practices and policies for MDOT

Comprehensive knowledge of HR practices, including classification, compensation, recruitment, and benefits

Adept at staying informed about evolving legal and regulatory environments

Leadership skills to serve as acting Director of Human Resources when required

Strong communication and negotiation skills for effective collaboration with Modal Administration and TSO staff

Detail-oriented and organized with a commitment to delivering high-quality results

Adaptable and able to work effectively in a dynamic and evolving environment

Preferred

A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field

Six (6) years of progressive human resources management experience in leading and administering programs in Labor Relations, Compensation and Classification, Employee Employer Relations, Talent Acquisition, and Benefits

Three (3) years of the six years of experience must involve working with departmental managers as it relates to employee relations issues, collaborating with leadership to align HR strategies and initiatives with the organization's business goals, and supervising others

Experience in state or federal government is strongly preferred (minimum two years)