Human Resources Professional 1

Human Resources Professional 1

Salary

$49,400.00 - $83,678.40 Annually

Location

Newton - 50208 - Jasper County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-02794

Agency

245 Corrections - Newton Correctional Facility

Opening Date

04/21/2026

Closing Date

5/1/2026 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-POST

Point of Contact

Paula.Meade@iowa.gov (641) 841 7142

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Job Description

Human Resources Professional 1

You're the person who has an answer for every question and a plan for every deadline.

Now; use those skills where they matter most.

If you possess strong communication skills, enjoy working with people, are detail-oriented, and can manage competing priorities, this position is an excellent fit for you.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Advisory & Compliance

• Provide guidance, direction, and oversight to Newton Correctional Facility management on all human resource matters, including hiring, discipline, scheduling, and position classification.
• Ensure all actions align with NCF/DOC policies, DAS-HRE administrative rules, and federal/state employment laws.
• Serve as a member of the NCF Executive Team; prepare and analyze staffing projections, turnover rates, and vacancy data.
• Prepare formal responses to Civil Rights complaints and inquiries from the Attorney General's office.

Employee Benefits & Support

• Act as a technical advisor to employees regarding FMLA, LTD, promotions, reassignments, health/dental/life insurance, and deferred compensation.
• Oversee and coordinate SLIP retirements, assisting eligible employees with paperwork and insurance applications.
• Explain Workers Compensation payroll procedures, ensuring supplemental pay and leave calculations are accurate.
• Assist employees with military leave documentation and submission to DAS. Operations & Systems Administration
• Serve as a Workday Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Department of Corrections; assist with troubleshooting and training other HRAs on Workday processes.
• Lead the HR Technical Assistant in the delivery of personnel services.
• Oversee all personnel and payroll processes within KRONOS, NEOGOV, and Workday.
• Process bi-weekly payroll and complete M-40s for advanced appointment rates.
• Conduct NCIC background checks for new hires, promotions, and weapons qualifications.

General Duties

• Attend regular HR meetings and complete other duties as assigned to support the facility.

Employment Eligibility

E-Verify and Right to Work The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the federal system to ensure authorization to work in the United States.

The State of Iowa also complies with federal Right to Work laws, protecting an employees right to work without being required to join a labor organization.

For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelors degree.
• A combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience in technical or professional human resources work, where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes three years of full-time work performing technical human resources work.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

Why Choose the State of Iowa?

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Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

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Health and Wellness:

Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.

Retirement Planning:

We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind. Click here to learn more about IPERS.

Paid Time Off:

Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.

Professional Development:

Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):

We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

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Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa? Click here to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. Your success is our priority!

01

Do you understand that the information provided on your application and resume must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your knowledge?

Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

• Yes - I understand and agree
• No

02

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

• No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq
• Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

03

Do you have a Bachelors Degree (or higher degree)?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have a combination of a total of four years of education and full-time experience in technical or professional human resources work, where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university course work equals one year of full-time experience? Human resources technical work includes full-time work where your primary duties and the majority of your time is spent performing work in areas such as payroll, employment, position classification, compensation, collective bargaining administration, workers compensation, employee discipline, and employee benefit administration.

• Yes
• No

05

How many years of full-time work do you have in a state agency where your primary duties included performing human resources technical work? Human resources technical work includes full-time work where your primary duties and the majority of your time is spent performing work in areas such as payroll, employment, position classification, compensation, collective bargaining administration, workers compensation, employee discipline, and employee benefits administration.

• 3 or more years of HR technical work at a state agency.
• 3 or more years at a state agency with NO HR technical work.
• 1 to 3 years of HR technical work at a state agency.
• 1 to 3 years at a state agency with NO HR technical work.
• Less than 1 year of HR technical work at a state agency.
• Less that 1 year at a state agency with NO HR technical work.
• I do not have any state experience.
• I do not have any HR technical experience.

06

How many years of full-time work do you have where your primary duties include professional generalist or specialist human resources work, including recruitment; affirmative action and diversity planning; administrative, discrimination and harassment investigations; responding to civil rights complaints; workforce planning; and non-merit selection processes?

• 5 or more years
• 3 to 5 years
• 1 to 3 years
• Less than 1 year
• I do not have experience in this area.

Required Question

Employer State of Iowa

Agency 245 Corrections - Newton Correctional Facility Address 307 S 60th Ave W

Box 218

Newton, Iowa, 50208

Website https://doc.iowa.gov/find-facility/iowa-doc-districts-and-facilities/ncf