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Human Resources Manager

State of Missouri · Jefferson City, MO, US

Spotted 23h ago

Job details

Level
Entry level
Experience
1+ year
Education
Bachelor's degree
Posted
Nov 2, 2026
Last confirmed open
Nov 3, 2026
Job description

About this role

Job Summary - Why you’ll love this position Location: Position will be based in Jefferson City, MO.

All internal promotional applicants are encouraged to apply as there may be alternate office space available.

Individual(s) selected for this position may receive a higher rate based on a pay differential (e.g., shift, or time-of-service pay).

The Department of Social Services partners with families and communities to protect children, rehabilitate youth and move families to self-sufficiency so that Missourians can lead safe, healthy and productive lives.

Why you’ll love this position

Are you passionate about helping people? Do you love working with children and families? Do you enjoy assisting people in difficult circumstances?

The Department of Social Services – Children’s Division cares for at-risk children and families by providing family preservation and reunification services, investigating allegations of abuse and neglect, and conducting foster care and adoption case management. If you want to be part of a great team working to make a difference, please come join us!

Responsibilities - What you’ll do

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  • Disseminates information regarding employee benefits; informs employees of policies and procedures and responds to a variety of personnel and payroll questions.
  • Review Outside Employment Requests
  • Assist Divisional and Departmental Recruitment and Retention coordinators in addressing hiring needs within Children’s Division
  • Review Position Description Forms
  • Administers or assists in the administration of a human resources program with emphasis on employee relations and the recruitment, selection, placement, training; advises supervisors and agency administration regarding a variety of human resources issues.
  • Works in cooperation with the Division of Personnel in the maintenance of the position classification plan; reports staff duty changes; recommends classification of new positions and changes in existing allocations; and reviews and/or recommends changes to Uniform Classification and Pay (UCP) system class specifications.
  • Directs the maintenance of personnel files and records, preparation of reports, and processing of personnel actions in conformity with agency policies, state and federal law, and other considerations.
  • Selects, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff.
  • Supervises hiring process to ensure adherence to state and federal laws and other considerations; oversees background checks, reviews hiring packets, and develops interview questions.
  • Oversees or participates in recruitment functions; attends career fairs.
  • Exercises independent judgment and action in the performance of duties under general supervision.
  • Reviews and processes Educational Leave Program Applications
  • ENGAGE/Reflect Liaison
  • Answers questions regarding policy and benefit questions
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • KINGARA/A

Qualifications - All you need for success

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Minimum Qualifications

Three or more years of experience as a Human Resources Generalist with the Missouri Uniform Classification and Pay System, and possession of a high school diploma or proof of high school equivalency.

OR

A High School Diploma or High School Equivalent and Seven or more years of professional human resources/personnel administration experience with a primary focus in employee relations, recruitment and

selections, employee grievance, position classification, and/or compensation. SAM II HR experience (preferred).

OR

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably a degree in Human Resources Management or a comparable field and three or more years of professional human resources/personnel administration experience with a primary focus in employee relations, recruitment and selections, employee grievance, position classification, and/or compensation. SAM II HR experience (preferred).

(A combination of earned credit hours from an accredited college or university in the preferred fields such as Human Resources, Business, Public, or Personnel Administration; experience described may substitute for the stated qualifications. 30 credit hours are equivalent to 1 year of experience. Professional experience as described must be of a substantial period of time (over 50% of time)).

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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent problem-solving and time management skills
  • Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to travel throughout the State of Missouri as needed
  • SAM II HR experience

Job Details - More reasons to love this position

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.

Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:

CD-HR@dss.mo.gov

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.

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