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Home My WebLink About1.272 HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I 20220519PART I DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 1.272 Class Specifications for the Class: HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I SR-15, BU-03 Duties Summary: Independently performs a wide range of technical human resources work in support of one or more functional areas in the central human resources department requiring the interpretation and application of civil service laws, human resources policies and procedures, and pertinent provisions of collective bargaining agreements; and performs other related duties as required. Distinguishing Characteristics: This class is distinguished by its responsibility to perform technical human resources work to assist human resources specialists in the development and execution of functional program areas in the central human resources department. Examples of Duties: (The following are examples of duties and are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in this class. The omission of specific duties statements does not preclude management from assigning such duties if such duties are a logical assignment for the position). • Audits payroll certification forms for completeness, accuracy and compliance with civil service laws, rules, collective bargaining agreements, and executive orders, initially conferring with supervisor on more complex transactions; processes the same; • Audits data entered into human resources computer system for processing of personnel actions; posts and processes transactions; • May conduct on-site audit with departmental personnel to ensure compliance of civil service laws and human resources policies and procedures relating to records management, confidential matters, bulletin board postings, etc. • May review and process position re-descriptions for classes as assigned, class specification amendments, and simple to moderately difficult reallocation requests; • Prepares and processes classification action notifications; enters data into the human resources position files to effectuate personnel transactions and maintain position history; PART I HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I 2 1.272 • Prepares recruitment announcements; works with news media on ads; prepares and distributes announcements for posting; • Provides information on recruitment process, minimum qualification requirements, including required certificates, license, etc.; refers applicants to licensing agencies; • Receives applications and logs applicant data into software system; • Screens applications for simple clerical classes of work and for registration recruitments; rejects or accepts applications; explains the reason for rejection to applicants; • Schedules and administers examinations; • Scores answer sheets, converts raw test scores, and prepares test score distribution; notifies applicants of test results; prepares certifications for hiring departments; updates records of departmental hiring actions; • Reviews, processes, and monitors routine and moderately difficult workers' compensation claims evaluations and assists specialist with the more difficult and complex cases; • Assists specialist with preparation of workers' compensation cases for administrative hearings before the Department of Labor and Industrial Relations; • Assists in the review of routine treatment plans to ensure compliance with the Hawaii Workers' Compensation Medical Fee Schedule; • Reviews provider bills to ensure compliance with the Hawaii Workers' Compensation Medical Fee Schedule; recommends approvals or denials; • Arranges for Independent Medical Examinations (IME) and disability evaluations; • Determines periods of temporary disability; • Plans and coordinates the annual awards program; prepares notices to departments; arranges for emcee and awards; coordinates logistics and staff assistance; • Coordinates the annual pre-retirement workshop; prepares notices to departments and other State jurisdictions on Kauai; compiles registration list; arranges for speakers; coordinates logistics and staff assistance; • Assists in the development of Equal Employment Opportunity plans; participates in the investigation of routine and simple complaints; prepares reports of findings; PART I HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I 3 1.272 • Prepares announcements for training sessions; compiles registration lists; assists with preparation of training materials; updates and maintains training records and logs; • Assists with program coordination and logistics for departmental meetings, conferences, special events, and training; • Sets-up, reviews, updates, and maintains all manual and electronic files and records relative to the assigned functional human resources program, which includes confidential matters thereto; and • Performs administrative support functions and other related duties for the Department as assigned. Knowledge of: Basic principles and practices of human resources administration; basic merit system philosophy; civil service laws and regulations, human resources policies and procedures, and the various collective bargaining agreements; organizational structure and functions of divisions; interviewing principles and techniques; data gathering and computational techniques; various types of personnel transactions and procedures for processing thereof; methods of personnel recordkeeping; office practices and procedures; use of personal computer and standard office equipment. Ability to: Understand, interpret, and apply civil service laws and regulations, provisions of collective bargaining agreements, and human resources rules, policies, and procedures; conduct simple investigations and prepare reports of findings; conduct simple research studies referring to various sources; prepare reports of findings; provide advisory and consultative services; explain personnel practices and techniques to employees and the public; operate standard office equipment and personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications; supervise the work of others as assigned; give and follow oral and written instructions; deal tactfully and maintain an effective relationship with County officials, employees, and the public. This is an amendment and re-titling to the specification for the class HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I, which was approved on December 27, 2011, as a HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: May 19, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources PART II DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES COUNTY OF KAUAI 1.272 Minimum Qualification Specifications for the Class: HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I SR-15; BU-03 Training and Experience: A combination of education and experience substantially equivalent to graduation from high school; and • three (3) years of specialized work experience. Qualifying Specialized Work Experience: Work experience which required the knowledge and application of pertinent human resources rules, regulations, procedures, and program requirements. Substitutions Allowed: The following may be substituted for education: A. Four (4) years of full-time general work experience may be substituted for a high school diploma. B. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted up to four (4) years of the education requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). C. An Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree from an accredited community college, college or university, trades school, etc., may be substituted for the education requirement. The following may be substituted for experience: A. Successful completion of semester credits leading towards a degree or diploma in human resources management, public administration, business administration, political science, psychology or a related field from an accredited community college, trades school, may be substituted up to four (4) years of the specialized work experience requirement (15 semester credits = 6 months). B. An Associate’s degree in human resources management, public administration, business administration, political science, psychology or related field from an PART II HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I 2 1.272 accredited community college, business, or technical school, may be substituted for two (2) years of the specialized work experience requirement. C. A Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, public administration, business administration, political science, psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up four (4) years of the specialized work experience requirement. D. A Master’s or PhD degree in human resources management, public administration, business administration, political science, psychology or a related field from an accredited college or university may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the specialized work experience requirement. If a degree is used to substitute for the education requirement, it may not be used again towards the experience requirement. If work experience is used to substitute for education, it may not be used again to meet the experience requirement. If the applicant holds more than one degree, transcripts must be provided, and a thorough review will be conducted by the DHR staff in order for more than one degree to be credited towards the minimum qualification requirements. Additional degrees can be considered if obtained independently through mutually exclusive classes from another degree being considered. Substitutions will be used to the advantage of the applicant. Quality of Experience: Possession of the required number of years of experience will not in itself be accepted as proof of qualification for a position. The applicant's overall experience must have been of such scope and level of responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that he/she has the ability to perform the duties of the position for which he/she is being considered. License Requirement: Possession of the appropriate licenses or certificates as required of the position. Selective Certification: Specialized knowledge, skills and abilities may be required to perform the duties of some positions. For such positions, Selective Certification Requirements may be established, and certification may be restricted to eligibles who possess the pertinent experience and/or training required to perform the duties of the position. Agencies requesting Selective Certification must show the connection between the kind of training and/or experience on which they wish to base selective certification and the duties of the position to be filled. PART II HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I 3 1.272 Tests: Applicants may be required to qualify on an appropriate examination. Health and Physical Condition Requirements: Persons seeking appointment to positions in this class must meet the health and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. Physical Effort Grouping: Light This is an amendment and re-titling to the specification for the class HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN I, which was approved on December 27, 2011, as a HUMAN RESOURCES ASSISTANT, and is to be substituted for that specification. Approved: May 19, 2022 (date) ANNETTE L. ANDERSON Director of Human Resources