MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST (Human Resources Pro II) - Range 14 / NON presso Municipality of Anchorage, AK

About the Department

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This is a non-represented position (no union affiliation) and is subject to the provisions of the Personnel Rules of the Municipality of Anchorage.

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources - Management Services Division

HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
LOCATION: 632 West 6th Avenue Suite 610

** Starting pay does not exceed the midpoint of the displayed pay range **

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Position Duties

Under general supervision, the Management Specialist will provide assigned department(s) with focused human resource and labor relations direction and support in areas such as investigation, progressive discipline, performance management and evaluation, grievance process management, collective bargaining agreement interpretation and application, federal and state employment law, municipal code, policy, and procedure application and compliance, proactive conflict resolution, and training of supervisors regarding all aspects of human resources and labor law best practice principles, compliance, and requirements. Work in concert with assigned department(s) and other sections in Human Resources including Benefits, Records, Classification, and Employment. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, or a related field, and two (2) years of professional Human Resources experience, one of which must have been in recruitment, position classification, benefits, records administration, or a human resources specialty appropriate to the position.

Substitution:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and any combination of post-secondary education or progressively responsible experience in human resources or a related field may substitute for the Bachelor’s degree on a year-for-year basis. Post graduate education in the field or a related field may substitute for the required non-specialized experience on a year-for-year basis

A valid State of Alaska Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record at time of hire.

Preferences:
SHRM Certification

Other Qualifications

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify.E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted background check. A background check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.(Download PDF reader)(Download PDF reader)

All required certifications and licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference
 
Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process

Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to the www.GovernmentJobs.comwebsite to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. 

NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.
 
For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Employee Relations Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.