Human Resources Manager

Salary Range: $76553 - $123250 Salary Grade: 24 FLSA: Exempt

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to manage staff and operations of an assigned division of the department such as Employee Relations Human Resource Information Systems Organization and Employee Development and Policy and Strategic Planning.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar related or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Manages directs and evaluates assigned staff: develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; approves employee work schedules and leave requests; addresses employee concerns and problems and counsels or disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; directs work; acts as liaison between employees and management; and trains staff in operations policies and procedures.

Organizes prioritizes and assigns work: prioritizes and schedules work activities to meet objectives in a fast-paced environment; ensures subordinates have proper resources needed to complete assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; confers with assigned staff to assist with complex situations and provide technical expertise; provides progress and activity reports to management; assists with the revision of procedure manuals as appropriate; and provides oversight to contractors providing services under assigned area of responsibility.

Supports department and Countys strategic objectives; plans and manages operational activities and resources for assigned division that help drive positive outcomes which align with County objectives: determines division priorities goals and objectives; assists in strategic planning; designs division programs and processes and evaluates their effectiveness; and provides program updates to director.

Assists in preparing annual budget for area of assignment; monitors expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budget; prepares bid requests purchase orders and other financial documentation.

Assists in developing short- and long-term goals plans and objectives for the department; researches and assesses current and future human resource needs to support the departments strategic plan as assigned; and makes appropriate recommendations.

Manages administration of countywide human resources; revises and updates personnel policies and procedures; advises departmental managers/supervisors and County administrators regarding human resource practices and issues; recommends and enforces personnel policies; drafts and/or revises personnel policies and procedures as needed or requested; resolves and recommends solutions to sensitive human resource issues; and serves as advisor to all parties involved in employee grievances or appeals.

Ensures compliance with all applicable laws and ordinances; reads assimilates and disseminates information on changes in laws and regulations; analyzes impact of changes on County policies and procedures; recommends compliance processes or procedures; responds to internal and external requests for information regarding local state and federal personnel laws and ordinances; maintains HRIS and other employee record systems to meet operating legal and compliance standards.

Implements process improvements and leverage cutting-edge technology to assist HR in becoming less transactional and more efficient in delivering information to internal and external customers; manages the maintenance and implementation of guidelines for employee transactions such as hires promotions transfers performance reviews and terminations; maintains related documentation; and ensures accurate salary changes in department systems and databases.

Manages and implements performance evaluation and training/development programs; develops and implements training standards expecatations and measurements; develops and implements new training curricula and employee leadership and development programs; advises employees department managers/supervisors and County administrators regarding training employee development performance management and related issues; ensures training activities comply with local state and federal rules and regulations when applicable; coordinates employee recognition events and oversees employee rewards and tuition reimbursement programs; and recommends methods and programs to improve overall employee satisfaction.

Receives or prepares various forms reports correspondence policies procedures manuals reference materials or other documentation; reviews completes processes forwards or retains as appropriate.

Communicates with director other County departments and employees the public outside agencies and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities reviews status work of assigned staff exchange information or resolves problems.

Assists in developing and evaluating performance metrics to align with strategic priorities highlight potential problems and determine corrective actions develop strategies and incentivize staff performance.

Maintains comprehensive knowledge of applicable laws/regulations new products methods trends and advances in the profession professional affiliations and attends workshops.

Maintains confidentiality in performing job responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Human Resources or a related field required; Masters degree preferred; six years of progressively responsible experience in human resources in one or more of the following disciplines: employee relations classification and compensation employee development strategic planning/policy and HRIS; lead or supervisory experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of education training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge skills and abilities for this job.

Specific License Certifications: Possess and maintain one of the following certifications: PHR SPHR SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP IPMA-CP (PSHRA-CP) IPMA-SCP (PSHRA-SCP) or CCP (Certified Compensation Professional).

Supplemental Duties for this Vacancy in Human Resources:

Policy maintenance and coordination.

Project management across HR divisions.

Process improvement and documentation.

HR data reporting and analytics.

Support for recruitment ER HRIS or OED during peak periods.

Drafting HR communications (HR Buzz policy updates etc.).

Submitting materials for awards.