Position Number: 22084258
County: Pulaski; Jefferson
Posting End Date: 6/9/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: $69,776.00
Location: DOC HQ - North Little Rock & Admin Annex East - Pine Bluff
Primary location is DOC HQ in North Little Rock
Secondary location is Administration Annex East in Pine Bluff
Preferred Qualifications:
- Periodic in-state travel required
- Strong Presentation Skills
- Experience at State Capitol
- Experience with Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) Accommodations
The mission of the Department of Corrections is to be a public safety resource for Arkansas families by providing professional management solutions and evidence-based rehabilitative initiatives for offenders.
All DOC positions are designated as Safety Sensitive Positions and are subject to random drug testing pursuant to the Secretarial Directive governing Personnel Drug Testing. Medical marijuana usage, as defined in Amendment 93 of the Arkansas Constitution, prohibits Personnel in a Safety-Sensitive Position from the use of medical marijuana even if they are qualifying patient under the amendment and/or hold a registry identification card. Department Personnel are prohibited from the use or possession of a medicinal marijuana card pursuant to this policy and state law.
Position Information
Class Code: R006C
Grade: GS12
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $69,776.00 - $111,293.00
Summary
The Human Resources Administrator is responsible for supervising a professional and paraprofessional staff that oversees all human resources functions for a large state agency. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Functions
Provides agency leadership and guidance in all matters related to human resources. Directs, oversees, and monitors the operations of human resources including but not limited to recruiting and selection, benefits, employee relations, employee training, records management, compensation and classification. Ensures compliance with all federal, state and agency employment policies and procedures. Plans, develops new or revised human resources programs and systems to address changing needs of a large and diverse workforce in multi-locations. Presents and or defends the Department's position in all legal and legislative proceedings involving personnel administrative matters. Counsels agency directors, section heads and employees in regard to reconciling complex complaints and workforce issues. Maintains liaisons with other state entities such as: the Office of Personnel Management, Legislative Audit, Employee Benefits Division, the Arkansas Public Employee's Retirement System, the Attorney General's Office, the Department of Labor and the Governor's office, as necessary. Assists Division directors and the Executive Director in the preparation and submittal of the biennial and annual personnel related budget. Interprets, researches, and communicates Federal, State and Departmental policy regarding human resource management to agency directors, section heads, employees and applicants. Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources. Knowledge of state and federal personnel laws, policies, and procedures. Knowledge of organizational management, payroll, benefits, and budget processes. Ability to administer overall human resource programs, payroll functions, benefits, employee training, safety, and related human resource functions. Ability to plan and maintain budgets. Ability to communicate with a diverse group of employees and population. Ability to supervise employees, administer work plans, and evaluate progress. Ability to interpret policies and application human resource state and federal laws.
Minimum Qualifications
The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in human resources, public administration, or a related field; plus seven years of human resources experience, including three years supervisory experience. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
