Job Posting Title

HR Compliance Officer

Agency

640 SERVICE OKLAHOMA

Supervisory Organization

Human Resources

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Service Oklahoma (SOK) is dedicated to making government services easier to access by delivering exceptional customer experiences. As Oklahomans serving fellow Oklahomans, we provide driver license and motor vehicle services for the state.

This position has an annual rate of $65,000.00

Service Oklahoma provides a comprehensive benefits package, including an allowance for medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. The agency matches up to 7% for employees' retirement plans. Staff enjoy 11 paid holidays, 15 annual leave days (increasing with tenure), 15 sick days, and longevity payments based on years of state service.

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The HR Compliance Officer serves as the Compliance Coordinator who assists all employees.  This position manages progressive discipline per the rules from the Civil Service Division, employee grievances, investigations, garnishments, unemployment, employment verifications, and other tasks to ensure the agency remains compliant with federal and state laws and rules. 

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities and skills.

• Works closely with the Director of Human Resources, the HR Administrator, and the HR Manager.

• Works closely with the HR Manager to administer progressive discipline initiated from a supervisor’s requests or assigned by the HR Director.

  • Travel may be required.

  • Complex disciplines will be carried out by the HR Manager. 

• Works closely with the HR Administrator to process internal investigations initiated by personnel grievances or assigned by the HR Director.

  • Travel may be required.

  • Complex investigations will be carried out by the HR Administrator. 

• Reviews and processes garnishments. 

• Processes unemployment claims.

• Reviews and processes employment verifications.

•  Gather data to purchase employment law posters and ensure each required location/area has one displayed as per federal regulations.

  • Travel to some locations may be required.

• Assists with job descriptions upon request. 

  • Research and provide recommendations on the FLSA status of a position upon request. 

• Maintains a system of employee personnel records and payroll records; performs audits at the direction of the HR Director.

• Generates and sends reports, as assigned; updates the HR Tracking Log weekly.

• Assists HR Team Members with tasks, projects, programs, meetings, trainings, and presentations.  Serves as back-up for all HR Team Members.

• Assists in policy management and leadership development.

• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.

This position may be expected to cross-train in other sections of their division and perform the job duties in each section, based on the needs of the agency. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of federal & state rules, laws, and standards related to human resource management and demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret these rules in various situations.

• Knowledge of human resources management policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of business communications; utilizing correct spelling, grammar, and business communication etiquette

• Excellent communication skills; writing, speaking, and presenting.

• Ability to work as a team member as well as independently, exercising good judgement and initiative.

• Strong work ethic and effective time management and organizational skills, including ability to manage multiple projects with multiple deadlines.

• Advanced computer skills with all Microsoft Office.

• Self-motivated and able to work independently to accomplish assigned tasks.

• Ability to represent the agency in a positive and professional manner.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and changing environment.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

• Ability to facilitate presentations in a clear and concise manner. 

• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all areas of Human Resources.

• Ability to have regular and reliable attendance.

 

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The minimum qualifications for this position are:

• A bachelor’s degree in human resources, law, or related field, plus one (1) year of professional experience in human resources, law, or related field;

• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

Preference may be given to candidates who have:

• At least one year of work experience utilizing Workday, specifically in Human Resources for the State of Oklahoma.

• At least one year of professional experience in human resources, law, or related field.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• The schedule for this position may vary and require flexibility, including some early or late shifts, weekends, and occasional overtime, based on the needs of the agency. 

• This position will require occasional travel.  The selected candidate must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel.  State vehicles may be available, but reliable transportation may be required for local travel. 

• This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday.

This job description does not list all duties or responsibilities; these may change at any time without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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