Human Resource Business Partner II

State of Idaho Division of Human Resources

The Idaho Division of Human Resources (DHR) is dedicated to supporting the public sector's most valuable asset: its people! As a partner in shaping the future of government service, we are committed to enhancing the employee experience at every stage - from recruitment to retirement - ensuring that the State of Idaho remains a place where dedicated public servants thrive and make a meaningful impact on their community.

By joining the DHR team, you would serve as a trusted Human Resource Business Partner II, providing integrated and innovative human resources solutions for the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD). This classified position will operate under the guidance of DHR leadership and will be located at the Idaho Transportation Department in Boise, Idaho.

About the Agency:

To learn more about the agency this position will support, please visit the following links:

https://itd.idaho.gov/

Summary:

Performs a full range of professional human resource services in leave administration, medical accommodations, classification, compensation, recruitment, training, policy and procedure, employee relations and performance management. This position may provide support to multiple agencies.

Responsibilities:

• Providing human resource consultation and services to applicants, staff and managers in more than one area of functional specialization, such as leave administration, medical accommodations, recruitment, benefits, compensation, classification, employee relations, etc.
• Consulting with supervisors/managers on performance management
• Advising on career and succession planning, organization and job design
• Contributing to employee engagement and retention tactics
• Monitoring and evaluates compliance with applicable laws, rules, policies, and procedures
• Participating in complaint inquiries, investigations and resolutions
• May process payroll and perform related functions

Minimum Qualifications:

Good knowledge of:

• Human resource administration
• Equal employment opportunity and legal requirements

Experience:

• Interpreting, explaining, applying laws, regulations, and policies
• Researching and preparing reports and recommendations
• Conducting in-depth interviews

Desired Qualifications:

Some knowledge of:

• Employee benefits program administration
• Training methods

Experience:

• Gathering and analyzing data and developing reports based on the information
• Providing training
• Working with Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

• One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI) that offers a defined lifetime benefit at retirement
• 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
• Medical, dental and vision insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax
• 11 paid holidays
• Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)
• Paid parental leave
• Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
• Employee assistance program

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.