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Department Of Militay And Vetrans Affairs, Fort Indiantown Ga

This position is in the Department of Health and Human Services Delivery Center. Employee relations is the new title for labor relations. I’ll be working in labor relations handling grievances labor contract negotiations employee engagement

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

This position is in the Department of Health and Human Services Delivery Center. Employee relations is the new title for labor relations. I’ll be working in labor relations handling grievances labor contract negotiations employee engagement

Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States

Responsible for talent acquisition activities for assigned areas, which includes advising agency managers of the most effective strategies for filling positions; providing candidate pools through appropriate options including job postings, Non-Civil Service recruitment, Civil Service lists, comparable lists, selective certification of candidates possessing special qualifications, promotion without examination, non-competitive promotion without examination, etc.Works closely with Enterprise Office of Administration, Bureau of Talent Acquisition to post Non-Civil Service and Civil Service positions externally which includes the referrals of candidates as a direct result of those postings.Analyzes applications to determine eligibility. Researches candidates’ employment history and reviews applicant qualifications for minimum education and training to determine eligibility for promotion without examination, reinstatement, voluntary demotion, reassignment or lateral transfer in accordance with appropriate policies. Calculates seniority for contractual rights.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

As one of three analysts who participate in performance audits of classified service personnel actions, I evaluate job postings placed on NEOGOV. The data compiled is the basis for annual audit schedule. Based on our analysis any potential issues are identified and documented. Our review entails between 20-50 postings daily.In my current role I have provided recommendations and assistance regarding the policies and procedures that will be used when conducting audits.I have observed a variety of Civil Service hearings in order to understand what policies and procedures affect the classified service placement processI have received training on; Act 71 of 2018 (Civil Service Reform Act), Temporary Merit System Employment Regulations promulgated by the Office of the Administration, Merit System Employment Process Guide and Merit System Employment Certification Procedures. Having a full understanding of these documents is critical to the conduct of performance audits for Classified Service Actions.As a Human Resource Analyst I have also taken the HR Professional Development Program, which includes; Talent Development, Talent Acquisition and Planning, HR Service Center, ESS, and the videos on the OA website for how to use NEOGOV, as well as, how to create, edit and complete job postings and hiring actions with in the system.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

As a shift supervisor in the District Regional Traffic Management Center, we keep the region moving safely and efficiently through the coordinated use of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), improved communications, and incident management techniques. This is accomplished through the monitoring of video from closed circuit TV (CCTV) and making independent decisions during traffic incidents regarding proper incident management procedures such as activation and content of ITS devises and communication with incident stakeholders. I must have the ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally, to issue, receive and execute orders and instructions, and to interact with coworkers and the public. We also use data analytics to collect and validate traffic volumes and perform traffic studies to understand the movement of traffic. The use of these analytical tools then provides the RTMC the ability to understand where the traffic is coming from and how to better prepare for it.

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

Perform emergency call taking and dispatching for the PA State Police (PSP). Analyze and constitute information given to a PCO in the appropriate order for the troopers to understand. Document items in multiple systems for further information gathering and analyzing. Must use effective communication skills over all communication mediums and be able to do multiple tasks simultaneously.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Performs the full range of supervisory duties that includes planning, assigning, and reviewing work; providing guidance, direction, and training; recommending additional training; preparing, adjusting, and posting work schedules; assisting employees with difficult and unfamiliar situations; attending to grievance and other work-related issues. I conducted disciplinary procedures as needed. Prepare quarterly, monthly, and annually Employee Performance Reviews for seasoned and probationary workers. Monitor team and individual workloads and response times to assess proper distribution of work and efficiency of operations. Analyze crystal reports to evaluate employee performance and SAP workflow.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Leads are responsible for the daily work load of the dispatch floor. As a lead we assign the daily work assignments, manage the floor and make sure everyone is doing what they need to. This includes but is not limited to: maintaining proper work environment on the dispatch floor, ensuring all radios are answered, all phones are answered, and any questions which require additional experience are answered. Often a judgment call is needed and the Leads are looked to for that answer.

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

Perform emergency call taking and dispatching for the PA State Police (PSP). Analyze and constitute information given to a PCO in the appropriate order for the troopers to understand. Police Communication Operator must be able to coordinate the collection of information from multiple sources to provide detailed information on a subject or subjects in State Police custody. Document items in multiple systems for further information gathering and analyzing. Must use effective communication skills over all communication mediums and be able to do multiple tasks simultaneously. Must know laws to correctly advise the public on services they can expect. Must be able to multitask as the only PCO on the duty desk.

Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

Collaboration with union members and the local leaders to resolve grievances and ensure the best work environment for allGuide employees through the interpretation of work rules and regulationsAble to speak to State and Federal laws related to human relationsInitiated and organized State Wide Committee meeting for topics of importance to Police Communications OperatorsCollaborated with management on building safety issues at several facilities. Also related to security forces present for employee safety.

Orwigsburg, Pennsylvania, United States

As a councilman I govern the community by enacting laws to safe guard the citizens. Being a councilman, I am responsible for hiring and terminating employees as well as review the budget. As the Sewer chairman I am responsible for overall oversight of our sewer plant operations and utilize the borough manager for day to day operational handling. I also review and monitor any bids that need to be processes for projects we elect to take on. Provide guidance for the bid packets and any changes I think are needed. We hold pre-bid meetings for contractors to get a better understanding of our bid packet and ask any questions prior to there bid to avoid any issues later. As a member of the Finance committee it is my responsibility to ensure the budget is being appropriated correctly and that the money is being spent by the department heads the way it was allotted. I review the budget monthly and we have meetings to determine courses of action for budget control and cost saving measures. As a councilman, we enact Right to Know Policy and Procedures, Open Records Policy and various other employee regulations and policies to enact for employee to resident interaction. To enact these regulations, we view the legal documents to ensure we meet the current regulations.

Orwigsburg Pa

Fiscal management including expense/income spreadsheets, payroll, and tax paymentsNegotiated with vendors to ensure best pricingDeveloped new clientele from start-up to 55Interfaced with clients to develop ad campaigns, provided timelines for roll out and assisted in day-to-day printing needs with satisfaction proved by return businessEmployed one employee and handled all aspects of training and Human Resource functions.

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

As a union steward it was my responsibility to have a full and complete understanding of rules and regulations within my work location and the agency’s rules and regulations. Provided guidance and interpretation on the union contract, department regulations, and general guidelines to employees. Using those sets of rules and regulations I assisted employees with general work performance guiding them away from further discipline. Provided counseling to employees regarding work and home issues as they pertained to their work environment.I was responsible for filing grievances and working with management on the resolution of those grievances. I dealt with employee discipline, recorded what they stated occurred, and tried to form a defense for the employee based on current rules and regulations. Worked with management to create a pleasant and safe work environment for all employees.

Reading, Pennsylvania, United States

As a union steward it was my responsibility to have a full and complete understanding of rules and regulations within my work location and the agency’s rules and regulations. Provided guidance and interpretation on the union contract, department regulations, and general guidelines to employees. Using those sets of rules and regulations I assisted employees with general work performance guiding them away from further discipline. Provided counseling to employees regarding work and home issues as they pertained to their work environment.I was responsible for filing grievances and working with management on the resolution of those grievances. I dealt with employee discipline, recorded what they stated occurred, and tried to form a defense for the employee based on current rules and regulations. Worked with management to create a pleasant and safe work environment for all employees.