Reference #: 4368663 THE POSITION Do you have an interest in Human Resources and want to help facilitate the hiring process? Pennsylvania's Office of Administration is looking for a Human Resource Analyst 1 professional. This position is located in the Veterans' Preference and List Management Section. Join the team who performs this important and meaningful work. Don't delay; apply today! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position is responsible for reviewing candidate residency and processing furloughs and furlough checks. This position will, on occasion, make a determination of granting veterans' preference to candidates. It also consults with and advises state agencies (both headquarters and field locations) and county agencies on the policies and procedures related to the merit system employment regulations and merit system employment furloughs. You will become knowledgeable of merit system employment regulations, merit system employment furlough, Act 71, the Military Affairs Act, and all related policies, practices, and procedures.

Further, you will be trained to gain a thorough knowledge of the Merit System Employment Process Guide, the Merit System Employment Certification Procedures, and Merit System Employment Furlough Guide. You will learn and use various automated systems, which include NEOGOV, SAP, Skype, Microsoft Teams, and using a VPN.

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Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment. Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch. Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, two days per week in-office three days telework. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience in the performance of technical human resource duties; and a bachelor's degree; or An equivalent combination of experience and training. Other Requirements: You must meet the. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to  and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at .

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in adva ce of your interview date.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.