Texas Department of Transportation

Employee Relations Coordinator - (Job Number: 2401317)


PayCompetitive
LocationAustin/Texas
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 18450
      !*!

      We are looking for an individual to be the Employee Relations Coordinator in the Human Resources Division. The ideal candidate is reliable, possesses a strong work ethic, and is committed to doing a job well done!

      Check out our Stassney campus!


      Stassney Hq - Main (SHQMAIN)
      6230 East Stassney Lane
      Austin, 78744

      Austin District Headquarters (14DISTHQ)
      7901 NORTH IH 35
      Austin, 78753

      San Antonio District Hdqtrs (15DISTHQ)
      4615 NW LOOP 410
      San Antonio, 782290928

      Laredo District Headquarters (22DISTHQ)
      1817 BOB BULLOCK LOOP
      Laredo, 78043

      Atlanta District Headquarters (19DISTHQ)
      701 EAST MAIN ST
      Atlanta, 75551

      Pharr District (21DISTHQ)
      600 W US 83 EXPRESSWAY
      Pharr, 78577

      Childress District Headquarter (25DISTHQ)
      7599 US 287
      Childress, 79201-0900

      Yoakum District Headquarters (13DISTHQ)
      403 HUCK ST
      Yoakum, 77995

      Wichita Falls District Hdq (03DISTHQ)
      1601 SOUTHWEST PARKWAY
      Wichita Falls, 76302

      Dallas District Headquarters (18DISTHQ)
      4777 EAST HIGHWAY 80
      Mesquite, 75150

      Waco District Headquarters (09DISTHQ)
      100 SOUTH LOOP DRIVE
      Waco, 76704-2858

      Paris District Headquarters (01DISTHQ)
      1365 N MAIN ST
      Paris, 75460

      Bryan District Headquarters (17DISTHQ)
      2591 NORTH EARL RUDDER FREEWAY
      Bryan, 77803

      Tyler District Headquarters (10DISTHQ)
      2709 WEST FRONT STREET
      Tyler, 75702

      El Paso District Headquarters (24DISTHQ)
      13301 GATEWAY BLVD WEST
      El Paso, 79928

      Lubbock District Headquarters (05DISTHQ)
      135 SLATON ROAD
      Lubbock, 79404

      Corpus Christi Dist Hdq (16DISTHQ)
      1701 S PADRE ISLAND DRIVE
      Corpus Christi, 78416

      Amarillo District Headquarters (04DISTHQ)
      5715 CANYON DR
      Amarillo, 79110

      Abilene District Headquarters (08DISTHQ)
      4250 NORTH CLACK
      Abilene, 79601

      Odessa District Headquarters (06DISTHQ)
      3901 EAST US HIGHWAY 80
      Odessa, 79761

      San Angelo District Hdqtr (07DISTHQ)
      4502 KNICKERBOCKER ROAD
      San Angelo, 76904

      Hou District Headquartrs (12DISTHQ-1)
      7600 WASHINGTON AVENUE
      Houston, 77007

      Brownwood District Headquarter (23DISTHQ)
      2495 HWY 183 N
      Brownwood, 76802

      Beaumont District Headquarters (20DISTHQ)
      8350 EASTEX FREEWAY
      Beaumont, 77708

      Lufkin District Headquarters (11DISTHQ)
      1805 N TIMBERLAND DRIVE
      Lufkin, 75901

      Ft Worth District Headquarters (02DISTHQ)
      2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820
      Fort Worth, 76133

      !*!

      At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

      • Low Turnover
      • Retirement Pension
      • Alternative Work Schedules
      • Paid Leave/Holidays
      • Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
      • On the Job Training
      • Tuition Assistance Program
      • Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
      • Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

      For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
      To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

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      Serves as the Texas Department of Transportation’s appeals coordinator and provides consultation and support in the areas of disciplinary actions, Americans with Disabilities Act accommodations, the Family Medical Leave Act, and open records requests. Work routinely involves sensitive information and communication. Work requires contact with high-level executives and other governmental agencies. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

      Essential Duties:

      • Consults and assists with issues related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)by updating and maintaining personnel records in PeopleSoft ADA module; reviewing, tracking, maintaining, and reporting ADA accommodation requests; and developing solutions for ADA and FMLA issues.
      • Coordinates, reviews, and processes termination appeals received by the department; develops and disseminates information and communications with internal personnel and external agencies; and tracks and maintains related documentation throughout appeals life-cycle process.
      • Coordinates open records requests for the Human Resources Division; develops monthly report of requests, and provides open records guidance and training for HR personnel on the Public Information Act.
      • Provides disciplinary action support by assisting with maintenance of reports; running queries, conducting initial file reviews, assigning behavior type codes, editing report descriptions, and communicating updates to HR staff.
      • Develops presentations, informational materials, and conducts outreach on issues involving the ADA, FMLA and other employment related issues.
      • Develops, reviews, and updates forms, policies, procedures, and other guidance documents related to employee accommodations, appeals, and other employment related issues.
      • Prepare human resources correspondence and reports, including confidential correspondence and reports.
      • Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
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      Minimum Qualifications:

      Education: Bachelor's degree in any discipline. Relevant work experience may be substituted for degree on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

      Experience: 2 years of human resources experience. Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

      Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

      Competencies:

      Considerable knowledge of

      • Human resources administrative practices and procedures
      • Human resources management policies and practices
      • Federal and state laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the human resources field

      Proficient skill in

      • Analyzing issues, facts, and available information to develop logical solutions; researching inconsistencies of facts or data; drawing correct inferences from information and making recommendations that support business decisions
      • Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
      • Maintaining effective working relationships with others
      • Using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word

      Ability to

      • Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
      • Manage and provide leadership to resolve conflicts, grievances, or disagreements in a constructive manner to minimize negative personal impact.

      Other Attributes

      • Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

      Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

      • Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
      • Sitting - prolonged periods of time
      • Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
      • Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

      Conditions of Employment:
      Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

      !*!

      TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

      To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

      https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

      !*!

      The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

      If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

      Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

  • About the company

      The Texas Department of Transportation is a government agency in the American state of Texas.

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