Connecticut Department of Administrative Services · 1 week ago
Human Resources Generalist Trainee(Leadership Associate (Confidential))
The Connecticut Department of Administrative Services is seeking a Human Resources Generalist Trainee to provide onsite agency human resources support. The role includes responsibilities such as recruitment, new employee onboarding, and general HR administration to enhance the agency's workforce wellbeing.
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Responsibilities
Provide administrative support to the HR Unit
Greet and direct visitors to the HR Unit
Support the Human Resources Director and members of the HR Unit
Answer calls, forward calls, and accurately respond to inquiries from staff and the public
Schedule meetings, interviews, and trainings
Maintain employee files, records, various rosters, and spreadsheets
Scan and copy documents
Draft letters and emails to internal and external parties
Compile information for review and prepare reports, spreadsheets, and tables
Prepare documentation for HR approval related to Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA),Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Workers’ Compensation (WC)
Prepare correspondence for outgoing mail and open and distribute mail, faxes, and emails
Order office supplies and manage payments to vendors
Qualification
Required
Current State of CT employee of the Office of the State Comptroller for at least six (6) months of full-time service or full-time equivalent service
Meet the experience and training requirements of the designated class at the completion of the development program
Considerable oral and written communication skills
Considerable interpersonal skills
Considerable ability to understand and apply state and federal laws, statutes and regulations
Considerable ability to analyze and solve problems
Considerable ability to effect and manage change
Considerable ability to plan for and implement excellent customer service
Considerable ability to learn a new knowledge base in functional area
Considerable ability to learn and apply policy and procedure
Managerial aptitude
Preferred
Experience explaining and applying Human Resources policies and topics, including Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and Workers' Compensation (WC)
Experience or coursework in the field of Human Resources or Labor Relations within a union environment
Experience prioritizing and responding to customer inquiries and providing resolution by utilizing informational resources
Experience using Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams
Experience drafting and proofreading correspondence with proper grammar, punctuation, and spelling
Experience handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion, confidentiality, and a high level of professionalism
Experience entering and tracking transactions in Core-CT and running standard HR and EPM reports
Benefits
Comprehensive health and dental insurance, providing you with peace of mind and access to quality healthcare.
Robust pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings to secure your financial future.
Generous paid time off, including vacation days, sick leave, personal days, and 13 holidays per calendar year.
We are an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, which means you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service.
A culture that recognizes the importance of work/life balance and offers alternate work schedules and telecommuting options.
Opportunities to invest in your professional growth and development with training programs, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the State of Connecticut.
Company
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services is a government firm that offers business functions to state agencies and municipalities.
Funding
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