Public Service Coordinator I - Human Resources Generalist - Anticipated Vacancy

Job Posting

The General Government Service Center is looking for an enthusiastic, detail-oriented person to join our team. This position provides professional-level human resources services to State agencies served by the General Government Service Center.

The focus of this position is to manage all position actions and work with agencies in advising and processing of job classification actions. The position will also participate in recruitment efforts for our agencies. Other assignments include querying and maintaining reports such as vacancies, position reports, and seniority lists. The ability to run complex data analytics is important. Coordination of assignments working with agencies, the Bureau of Human Resources, the Office of the State Controller, and the Bureau of Budget are key.

We actively promote a positive work environment and are looking for candidates who thrive in that environment. The successful candidate will have strong organizational skills and have the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of customers.

Minimum Qualifications:

To qualify, you must have demonstrated education, training, and/or experience in human resources or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates possessing knowledge or experience working in recruiting and position management. Experience with job classifications, and the ability to interpret rules and regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and State and Federal laws.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a cover letter along with a current resume and three (3) professional references. In order for us to properly determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for any posting, you must be sure your resume includes the month and year for any relevant experience listed. Your resume should include the duties and responsibilities associated with each position. Any experience that was not full-time employment should be identified as such.

Benefits of Working for the State of Maine:

• Work-Life Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,857.68-$13,950.24 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 18.86% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• Living Resources Program– Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a Maine Saves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

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