Administrative Specialist 3 Confidential (Human Resources)

Responsibilities

• Provide technical human resource advice and assistance to managers, supervisors, and employees regarding recruitment, selection, and benefits administration.
• Manage leave administration, including FMLA and NJ Family Leave Act, as well as Workers Compensation and tuition aid programs.
• Process payroll and perform audits to ensure the integrity of HR information systems, including classification and compensation.
• Facilitate training sessions and conduct new employee orientation sessions.
• Compile reports and spreadsheets using Microsoft Office applications.
• Compose routine and complex correspondence and maintain working relationships with state agencies and outside organizations.
• Assist with the preparation and audit of staff salary increases and participate in employee discipline and grievance processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three years of professional experience, including at least one year in payroll processing, benefits administration, salary administration, classification, labor/employee relations, training, recruitment, or EEO/Affirmative Action.
• Knowledge of HR practices and federal, state, and local government employment regulations.
• Strong communication, organizational, and mathematical reasoning skills.
• Ability to adapt to change and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within a government or judicial setting.
• Proficiency in HR information systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Benefits

• State Health Benefits Program (medical, dental, and prescription coverage).
• Public Employee's Retirement System pension program.
• Generous leave program including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 13 annual paid holidays.
• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility after 10 years of service.
• Hybrid work schedule options (up to 2 days of remote work per week).
• Comprehensive training opportunities, including LinkedIn Learning.

About the Company

The New Jersey Courts operate with the highest standards of independence, integrity, fairness, and quality service. Joining our 8,500-member team means engaging in work that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the public we serve, helping to build trust and confidence in the court system.