Position Summary

The District Six Human Resources Administration Co-op will support the District Six Administrator with a variety of human resources projects and tasks. District Six is part of MassDOT’s Highway Division and supports a wide range of projects and employees. The co-op will leverage their human resources knowledge to troubleshoot issues, maintain compliance with state and federal requirements, and participate in the day-to-day human resources work of the district.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the District administrative staff with hiring and onboarding new employees.
• Assist with the administration benefit programs at the district level and communicate regularly with MassDOT Headquarters in matters related to payroll, human resources, labor relations, employee relations and other divisions as necessary.
• Maintain and create documentation regarding MassDOT, state, and federal human resources policies and procedures.
• Respond to and advise district employees on human resources inquiries.
• Attend meetings and take meeting notes as needed.
• Work with accounting, payroll, and personnel by establishing operating relationships, and complete interdepartmental work accordingly ensuring organizational goals are met.

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest or experience in human resource management.
• Knowledge of the methods of general report writing.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, prepare and use charts, graphs, and tables, and prepare general reports.
• Ability to write concisely to express thoughts clearly and to develop ideas in logical sequence.
• Ability to understand, explain and apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing assigned unit activities.
• Ability to establish rapport with others and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
• Ability to deal tactfully with others.
• Ability to adjust to varying or changing situations to meet emergency or changing program requirements.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.

About MassDOT:

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) takes great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT’s divisions include: Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857-368-4722.
• For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857-274-1935.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.