Job Description
Job Description
Job ID: 34481 - Human Resources Manager
Agency: Office of Attorney General
Location: Pierre
Salary: $65,000 to $87,000
Pay Grade: GSJ
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a full-time position with the Office of the Attorney General. For more information on the Office of the Attorney General, please visit .
The South Dakota Attorney General's Office is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Human Resources Manager to lead and oversee all HR functions for our dynamic and mission-driven organization. This position plays a critical role in supporting our team of legal and criminal justice professionals and staff by ensuring compliance, fostering a positive workplace culture, and managing essential HR operations.
As the Human Resources Manager, you will:
- Manage human resources functions for the Attorney General's Office, supporting employees statewide with personnel needs, policy interpretation, and problem resolution.
- Oversee recruitment activities and job postings; administer onboarding programs and conduct new employee orientations to ensure smooth transitions.
- Implement and maintain HR policies and procedures ensuring compliance with federal and state employment laws (ADA, FMLA, FLSA, EEOC, Workers' Compensation); conduct workplace investigations and respond to employee relations issues.
- Evaluate reclassification requests, salary adjustments, and pay grade changes, and maintain equitable pay practices.
- Handle employee relations matters including disciplinary actions, grievance procedures, and performance management issues; provide guidance to supervisors on personnel policies and procedures.
- Coordinate training programs, including mandatory compliance training and professional development workshops.
- Manage employee benefits inquiries and assist employees in understanding state-administered program options, process and track FMLA and other leave requests, coordinate workplace accommodations, and serve as liaison with the Bureau of Human Resources and Administration on benefits matters.
- Process payroll ensuring accurate and timely payment to all employees in compliance with state regulations; maintain the time-keeping system, review timesheets, and generate payroll reports.
- Maintain accurate and confidential personnel files in accordance with records retention requirements.
- Ensure confidentiality and integrity in all HR processes
The Ideal Candidate Will Have: - Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's degree or HR certification preferred).
- Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive HR experience; public sector experience is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of employment law, ADA, FMLA, and HR best practices.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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