Human Resources Specialist (24-17-4)

Location: Rockland,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $22.84 - $31.04/Hourly (Salary Schedule) 

There will be a 3% across the board general salary increase effective June 29th, 2024

Office/Bureau: Human Resources

Location: Rockland/Augusta, ME (Maine State Ferry Service)

Position Number:  02530-0381

Opening Date: June 12, 2024

Closing Date: June 27, 2024

Job Description:  

This is professional services work in performing a broad range of personnel administration functions split between the Maine State Ferry Service in Rockland and the Department of Transportation Headquarters in Augusta. Responsibilities include initiating and/or reviewing a variety of agency human resource/payroll related matters. Examples of key duties which will be performed include: assisting and guiding managers through the recruitment and selection process, serving as the designee for MSFS Workers' Comp claims, assisting with matters affecting payroll, scheduling and overseeing the pre-employment screening process for new employees and assisting employees with all other general HR related questions. Work is performed under limited supervision. The headquarters location assigned this position will be based upon the selected candidates residence. The selected candidate will receive mileage reimbursement when traveling to the non-headquartered location. 

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

Education, training, and/or experience that provides solid knowledge of human resource administration functions in a professional human resource setting for five (5) years.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. 

*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email atjobs.DOT@maine.gov

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 18.21% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for part-time employment.

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