HR Technician II

Agency

Dept of Environmental Quality

Division

Human Resources

Job Classification Title

HR Technician II (S)

Position Number

60034510

Grade

NC07

About Us

The primary mission of the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is to provide science-based environmental stewardship for the health and prosperity of all North Carolinians. The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is the lead stewardship agency for the protection of North Carolina's environmental resources. The organization, which has offices from the mountains to the coast, administers regulatory programs designed to protect air quality, water quality, and the public's health, and works to advance in all-of-the-above energy strategy that fits North Carolina's needs. DEQ also offers technical assistance to businesses, farmers, local governments, and the public and encourages responsible behavior with respect to the environment through education programs provided at DEQ facilities and through the state's school system. DEQ touches the lives of all North Carolinians in many ways to enhance and ensure our quality of life.

Description of Work

The Human Resources Technician II assists the Division HR Manager in the daily administration of Human Resources activities for the Divisions of Coastal Management and the Division of Marine Fisheries. Primary job functions include but are not limited to:

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment processes – preparing job announcements, screening, and referring qualified applicants in the State’s job posting system.

Supplemental staff management – serve as divisions liaison between the division supervisor and Temporary Solutions agency contact for all supplemental employment needs, including recruitment, onboarding, bi-weekly invoice reconciliation, and separation activities.

Onboarding and staff changes – process and track all onboarding and staffing changes, including conducting new hire orientations, I-9 Forms in E-Verify, and maintain necessary paper and electronic files, etc.

Process personnel actions in the State’s Human Resource Information System (HRIS) to include new hires, separations, retirements, transfers, promotions, salary adjustments, etc.

Perform various administrative tasks to include serving as divisions timekeeper, processing reports in the State’s HRIS, preparing correspondence and HR documents for various HR actions.

Provide policy and procedure information to division staff related to benefits, state, department, and division policies such as performance management, open enrollment, service award program, wellness initiatives, etc.

Assist staff with benefit and retirement inquiries.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Recruitment Range:  $37,377 - $52,500

Important: This posting closes at 11:59:59 PM the night BEFORE the End Date above. 

The Division of Human Resources:

The DEQ Division of Human Resources develops, administers, and maintains programs and services that assist and enhance employees’ abilities to carry out the DEQ mission and further DEQ initiatives. The Human Resources division interprets, monitors, and assists with federal and state human resources-related compliance activities. DEQ Human Resources' goal is to provide excellent customer service in consultation, advisement, and execution of HR programs, policies, and procedures that foster a growing and learning work environment. Please visit our website to learn more about Human Resources.

The Division of Marine Fisheries:

The North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries (DMF) is responsible for the stewardship of the state's marine and estuarine resources. The DMF's jurisdiction encompasses all coastal waters and extends to 3 miles offshore. Agency policies are established by the nine-member Marine Fisheries Commission and the Secretary of the Department of Environmental Quality. North Carolina is a member of the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council and the South Atlantic Fishery Management Council. Click here to learn more about the Division of Marine Fisheries.

The Division of Coastal Management:

The Division of Coastal Management works to protect, conserve and manage North Carolina's coastal resources through an integrated program of planning, permitting, education and research. DCM carries out the state's Coastal Area Management Act, the Dredge and Fill Law and the federal Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 in the 20 coastal counties, using rules and policies of the N.C. Coastal Resources Commission, known as the CRC. The division serves as staff to the CRC. Click here to learn more about the Division of Coastal Management.

If you have student loans, becoming a state employee includes eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Visit www.studentaid.gov to learn more. 

This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. The NC Department of Environmental Quality trusts our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management. 

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate’s degree, typically in Human Resources or relevant field from an appropriately accredited institution and 1 year of experience required; or 2 years of progressive experience in Human Resources; or equivalent combination or education and experience.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Jean Buchanan

Recruiter Email:

hrrecruitment@deq.nc.gov