Human Resources Director-State Office Administrator

Human Resources Director

The Michigan Civil Service Commission is seeking an experienced Human Resources (HR) professional to be the Human Resources Director for the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). As the HR Director, you will drive initiatives that support the agency's mission by securing its greatest asset – its employees – and helping them deliver outstanding results for the State of Michigan.

Your responsibilities include:

• Strategic Leadership:
  Developing and executing HR strategies that aligns with the agency's objectives, values, and culture.
• Talent Acquisition:
  Attracting and hiring talented candidates, ensuring the right people are in the right roles.
• Compliance:
  Ensuring HR and the agency operates within established rules, regulations, and industry standards.
• Employee Relations:
  Working with employees and exclusive representatives through effective communication and problem solving to maintain a harmonious and productive work environment.

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience in HR leadership, with a blend of experience, skills, and personality.
• Strong strategic and analytical thinking to translate vision into actions.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain positive relationships.
• Passion for employee engagement, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Position Description-State Office Administrator (Download PDF reader)

This position generally requires possession of a bachelor's degree in any major and two years of experience as a professional manager or program/staff specialist, or equivalent experience. Specific information on the education and experience required is in the job specifications of the State Office Administrator class (Download PDF reader).

Please attach your cover letter, resume, and official transcripts to your application.

Accommodations:
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.

State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from  and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

More details on benefits for our new hires are below:

Rewarding Work:
State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.

Insurance Benefits:
The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available .gov/employee benefits.

Retirement Programs:
The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years.

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Vacation and Sick Leave:
Eligible full-time employees receive between 15 and 35 personal days and 13 sick days per year that may be…