Director I (Deputy Director, Human Resources)

Position Title:

Director I (Deputy Director, Human Resources)

Class/Group:

1620/B26

Military Occupation Specialty Code:

Navy 64l1x

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Exempt

Number Of Vacancies:

1

Salary Range:

$7916.67 - $10,000.00 / monthly

Duration:

Regular

Hours Worked Weekly:

40

Travel:

Occasional

Work Location:

• San Antonio, Texas – preferred work location
• Austin, Texas - optional

Web Site:

Www.Txcc.Texas.Gov

Refer Inquiries To:

Careers@Txcc.Texas.Gov

How To Apply:

• Select the link below to search for this position:  https://capps.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl?lang=en
• Enter the job posting number “00053290” in the keyword search.
• You must create a CAPPS Career Section candidate profile or be logged in to apply.
• Update your profile and apply for the job by navigating through the pages and steps.
• Once ready, select “Submit” on the “Review and Submit” page.
• If you have problems accessing the CAPPS Career Section, please follow the instructions in the Resetting CAPPS Password for Job Candidate desk aid.

Special Instructions:

• Applicants must provide in-depth information in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section to demonstrate how they meet the position qualifications. Incomplete applications may result in disqualification.
• Resumes may be uploaded as an attachment but are not accepted in lieu of the information required in the EXPERIENCE & CREDENTIALS section of the application.

Interview Place/Time:

Candidates will be notified for appointments as determined by the selection committee.

Selective Service Registration:

Section 651.005 of the Government Code requires males, ages 18 through 25 years, to provide proof of their Selective Service registration or proof of their exemption from the requirement as a condition of state employment.

H-1b Visa Sponsorship:

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Texas Cyber Command does not exclude anyone from consideration for recruitment, selection, appointment, training, promotion, retention, or any other personnel action, or deny any benefits or participation in programs or activities, which it sponsors on the grounds of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability.  Please call 512-463-5920 to request reasonable accommodation.

Position Description

Title:

Director I (Deputy Director, Human Resources)

Class/Group:

1620/B26

Fair Labor Standards Act Status:

Exempt

Position Summary

The Deputy Director of Human Resources is a strategic partner that fosters an engaged and thriving culture to shape the agency’s culture through the adoption of employee engagement initiatives and ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations. Serves as a champion for positive employee engagement, experiences, and programs as a trusted advisor to the agency’s workforce including the agency’s executive leadership team. Contributes to the overall success of the agency by understanding business priorities and proactively collaborating with agency leaders to implement talent strategies and execute people practices.

The Deputy Director of Human Resources performs highly advanced (senior-level) work inclusive of solving complex organizational challenges through people-related solutions, establishing engagement opportunities, and managing programs that improve employee morale. Works under the minimal supervision of the agency’s Director of Human Resources with extensive latitude for exercising initiative, independent judgment, and decision making.

• Serves as the Deputy Director of Human Resources, providing leadership, support, and training to other team members and serves as a department leader in the absence of the agency’s Director of Human Resources; Identifies and addresses knowledge gaps in the Human Resources Office to evolve the department’s evolving structure and overall effectiveness.
• Assists the Director of Human Resources in developing and implementing HR strategies, policies, and functional programs including but not limited to sourcing, recruitment, job classification reviews, total rewards, performance management, leadership development, training, employee relations, and other human resources related duties. Leads the development and execution of people strategies that strengthens alignment, trust, and unity across teams.
• Serves as a credible, visible, and trusted expert on all matters relating to workforce and culture programs. Develops and leads human resources programs from inception to review, continually monitors the overall effectiveness of those programs and works to have a futuristic approach to evolving the success of the agency’s programs.
• Proactively manages employee relations issues and leads workplace investigations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, terminations, and grievances.  Assists managers with documentation procedures and recommends changes to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment and labor laws. Maintains up-to-date employee records and HR related documentation for corrective actions.
• Mediates, defuses, and resolves conversations and conflicts between managers, and/or employees to reduce legal and compliance risks and to optimize engagement, morale, and performance outcomes. Collaborates with division and department leaders and Human Resources specialists to align workforce programs and practices with state and agency strategic plans and objectives.
• Drives employee engagement and promotes a positive culture through effective communication, recognition programs, continuous learning, and psychological safety.
• Provides guidance, training, and the coordination of work activities for Human Resources Specialists in the Director of Human Resources’ absence or when leading people programs and initiatives. Acts as a Level I Security Coordinator for the CAPPS HR/Payroll module.   

Other Duties

• May assign and/or supervise the work of others as needed.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in human resources management, human resources development, business management, or business or public administration. Two years of additional, directly related experience may be substituted for each year of formal education.

Experience And Training Required

• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in a State of Texas government human resources program, at least three of which involved either planning, organizing, analyzing, implementing, or coordinating human resources programs. 
• Minimum of ten (10) years of demonstrated expertise in all areas of employment law, dealing with and resolving work related problems including disciplinary actions, terminations, and employee grievance processes.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience acting as a people and culture champion and change agent.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience leading and developing talent acquisition strategies and candidate experience programs.

Experience And Training Preferred

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or SHRM-CP certification preferred; attainment of PHR or SHRM-CP certification within one year of hire date is required.
• Experience utilizing the Centralized Accounting Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) HR/Payroll module.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of laws and regulations governing State of Texas personnel administration and the ability to implement such laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of State of Texas government human resources administration including selection, assignment of personnel, compliance, and training.
• Knowledge of workforce programs, plans, designs, and best practices.
• Skill in aligning culture with strategy and leading teams through periods of change and growth.
• Skill in coaching, leadership development, learning and development, and embedding values into people systems.
• Skill in collaborating across multiple functions to create a consistent and positive experience for employees.
• Ability to understand and interpret laws and to develop and implement policies and procedures.
• Ability to serve as a key Influencer on all strategic people-related decisions and act as a culture champion and change agent.
• Ability to train, lead, and assign work activities to others.
• Ability to understand and follow complex instructions.
• Ability to work accurately and independently on multi-faceted, concurrent tasks effectively prioritizing and coordinating work assignments.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and design workforce practices that are employee centric, and results driven.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet required deadlines.
• Ability to work under pressure and exacting schedules to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cordial working relationships at all organizational levels, including agency management, direct supervisors, co-workers, internal and external customers.
• Ability to understand and follow complex instructions and convey brief oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to support and contribute to a cohesive team environment
• Ability to comply with all agency policy and applicable laws
• Ability to comply with all applicable safety rules, regulations, and standards.
• Knowledge of workforce programs, plans, designs, and best practices.
• Skill in aligning culture with strategy and leading teams through periods of change and growth.
• Skill in coaching, leadership development, learning and development, and embedding values into people systems.
• Skill in collaborating across multiple functions to create a consistent and positive experience for employees.
• Ability to understand and interpret laws and to develop and implement policies and procedures.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in the use of a computer and applicable software necessary to perform work assignments e.g., word processing, spreadsheets (Microsoft Office preferred).

Other Requirements

• Regular and punctual attendance at the workplace.

• Criminal Background Check.

Working Conditions

• Frequent use of personal computer, copiers, printers, and telephones.
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, listening, and talking.
• Occasional bending and stooping.
• Frequent work under stress, as a team member, and in direct contact with others.
• Infrequent lifting and climbing.