Human Resources Division Chief-Employee RelationsEEO

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• Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
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Are you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y
Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversityyou!!!

The City of Richmond Department of Human Resources is seeking a qualified and experienced professional to serve as Human Resources Division Chief Employee Relations EEO. This position is responsible for managing the daily operations and strategic initiatives of the Employee Relations Division. The Division Chief provides leadership and direction in the areas of employee relations Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance and policy management to including the development review revision and interpretation of HR policies and procedures. The incumbent will ensure consistent application of City policies fair and equitable employee practices and compliance with all applicable local state and federal employment laws and regulations.

• Plans develops and implements new and revised employee relations programs policies procedures and best practices to promote a positive and compliant workplace culture.
• Provides consultation counseling and coaching on significant and complex employee relations issues including disciplinary actions workplace disputes and grievance resolution.
• Conducts fact-finding investigations reviews employee counseling documentation and provides recommendations for appropriate resolution or corrective action.
• Oversees the development review revision and interpretation of City HR policies and administrative regulations to ensure legal compliance clarity and consistency across departments.
• Provides general oversight of the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) program ensuring compliance with Title VII and other federal state and local nondiscrimination requirements.
• Collaborates with the City Attorneys Office department directors and managers on sensitive and complex personnel issues to ensure consistency City policies federal state and local employment laws.
• Provides interpretation and guidance regarding HR policies and employment regulations to ensure fair and consistent application across all departments.
• Ensures compliance with City administrative regulations personnel rules
• Monitors legislative and regulatory changes impacting employee relations EEO and policy administration; develops and updates City policies and procedures accordingly.
• Facilitates conflict resolution and serves as a key resource for internal complaint resolution mediation and discrimination or harassment investigations.
• Identifies trends and recurring issues in employee relations and EEO compliance; designs and implements proactive training and communication strategies to mitigate risks and improve organizational culture.
• Supervises and mentors professional HR staff providing direction performance feedback and opportunities for professional development.
• Performs other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Comprehensive knowledge of human resources principles practices and trends with a focus on employee relations EEO and policy management.
• In-depth understanding of federal state and local employment laws including FMLA ADA FLSA Title VII EEOC and related regulations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex personnel issues and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including the ability to draft and interpret policies procedures and legal documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct sensitive investigations with confidentiality objectivity and fairness.
• Strong leadership coaching and supervisory skills with an emphasis on collaboration and accountability.
• Proven ability to maintain effective working relationships with employees management legal counsel and external partners.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities meet deadlines and exercise sound judgment in high-stakes or complex situations

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelors degree in public administration business administration human resources management or a related field.
• 4 years experience in human resources specialized areas such as employee relations
• 2 years supervisory experience in a human resources environment.

• Professional designated certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/PHRI; IPMA-CP/IPMA-SCP; CCP; CEBS)
• Six years of experience in human resource employee relations

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.

The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process please contact Jessica McKenzie Human Resources Manager by email at .

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruitment hiring placement promotion termination layoff transfer leaves of absence compensation and training.

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