Personnel Trainee

About the Role

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT), Division of Human Resources is seeking candidates for a Personnel Trainee position. This role is available within the Employee Relations and Exams, Classification and Appointments units.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Relations:
• Analyze disciplinary and grievance matters in accordance with Title 4A, NJ Administrative Code, Department policies, and union agreements.
• Prepare case analyses.
• Monitor case progress and applicable contractual deadlines.
• Schedule hearings.
• Prepare correspondence, notices, memoranda, and related documents.
• Maintain confidential files and Outlook calendars.
• Provide guidance and information to employees, management, and union representatives.
• Office of Exams, Certification and Appointments:
• Assist with examination and appointment processes involving complex organizational units.
• Prepare detailed reports using Business Objects and Excel.
• Interpret and apply State regulations, Department policies, and contractual agreements.
• Provide customer service and guidance to employees.
• Complete assigned special projects for the Director.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Thirty (30) semester hour credits are equal to one (1) year of relevant experience.
• Four (4) years of professional experience relevant to the position.
• Experience must be related to the journeyman title associated with the position.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• “Professional experience” is defined as work that is analytical, evaluative, and interpretive; requires a range of basic knowledge of the profession's concepts and practices; and is performed with the authority to act and make accurate and informed decisions.
• Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Business Objects.

Qualifications

• Preferred Degrees: Employee/Labor Relations, Psychology, Communications, Human Resource Management, or Business Administration.
• Preferred Skills:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prepare professional correspondence and technical documents.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated research, analytical, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to interpret information and develop sound recommendations.
• Ability to perform complex technical assignments accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to independently organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, evolving circumstances, and competing demands.