Human Resources Specialist - Employee Relations

Job Location: This position will be located at the Harry S. Truman Building at 301 W. High St., Jefferson City, MO 65101.

Join the Office of Administration (OA) and be part of a workplace that values people, purpose, and progress. OA fosters a supportive, innovative, and engaging environment where excellent customer service isn’t just a goal-it’s the standard, every time.

Guided by our OA CARES values- Communication, Adaptability, Reliability, Expertise, and being Solution-Driven -you’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who are committed to making a positive impact across state government.

The Office of Employee Engagement is seeking an experienced and dynamic employee relations professional who is passionate about building trust, strengthening workplace relationships, and supporting both employees and leadership. In this role, you’ll be a key partner in promoting a healthy, respectful, and compliant work environment by resolving conflicts, leading investigations, guiding disciplinary processes, supporting performance improvement, responding to employee requests in alignment with federal laws, and contributing to initiatives that enhance employee engagement and well-being.

If you’re a motivated HR professional with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a proactive, can-do mindset, we’d love to have you on our team.

The salary indicated represents a base pay rate. If the individual selected or the position is eligible for a pay differential (e.g., shift, security, or years of service), it will be added to the total compensation in your paycheck. A pay differential does not raise your base pay.

• Manage employee relations cases, including preparing for, conducting, and documenting investigations.
• Administer Performance Improvement Plans and disciplinary actions, up to and including dismissals.
• Possess a comprehensive understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) to effectively assist with requests from OA leadership, teammates, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws, statewide policies, and OA policies and practices.
• Maintain accurate, well-organized documentation of work performed.
• Stay current on federal and state employment laws and regulations.
• Apply and promote HR best practices in daily work.
• Develop, implement, and interpret administrative policies.
• Collaborate closely with legal staff, OA leadership, teammates, and other stakeholders.
• Complete special projects and assignments based on OA business needs.
• Provide support across the HR team as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two or more years of successful, autonomous employee relations investigative experience, including administering discipline.
• Two or more years of demonstrated knowledge and skill in preparing for and leading HR investigations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Familiarity with OA’s organizational structure and workforce.
• Understanding of position classification concepts.
• Ability to objectively gather and analyze facts.
• Strong commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to accurately capture key details and maintain thorough documentation.
• Sound analytical skills with the ability to draw well-reasoned conclusions.
• Professional, positive, and productive demeanor.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong collaboration skills and a proactive, resourceful approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong time-management skills with the ability to prioritize competing assignments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant.

Successful background check results are required for employment in this position. This may include background checks involving a candidate’s name and/or fingerprints and other screenings as needed for the specific position.

Authorization to work in the United States is a prerequisite of employment. The Office of Administration will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

OARecruiters@oa.mo.gov

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