FT Human ResourcesRisk Director HRRisk Management Division

HUMAN RESOURCES/RISK DIRECTOR

Department: Management Services

Division: Human Resources/Risk Management

Pay: GRADE 185: $110940.08 - $160863.12 Annual Salary

FLSA Status: Exempt Non-Merit Full-Time Eligible for Benefits

GENERAL PURPOSE

The Human Resources & Risk Director establishes program direction and provides leadership for Ogden Citys Human Resources and Risk Management Division. Working under the administrative direction of the Executive Director of Management Services this position implements strategic priorities and supports organizational decision-making in collaboration with executive leadership.

This role serves as a key resource to city employees leadership and the public by providing guidance on personnel programs benefits policies and procedures. The Director exercises direct supervision over professional technical and clerical staff and ensures effective delivery of human resources and risk management services across the organization.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Leadership & Administration:

• Lead supervise and develop Human Resources and Risk Management staff
• Plan prioritize and evaluate division programs services and performance
• Develop and manage the division budget and resources
• Support executive leadership with analysis recommendations and implementation of organizational priorities

Human Resources Management:

• Oversee all HR functions including recruitment hiring onboarding compensation classification benefits and payroll
• Lead performance management employee development and workforce planning efforts
• Administer employee relations processes including policy interpretation conflict resolution grievances workplace investigations and complex personnel issues
• Ensure compliance with federal state and local employment laws and regulations

Risk Management & Safety:

• Direct and coordinate citywide risk management programs including workers compensation liability claims and insurance administration
• Manage claims processes in collaboration with the City Attorneys Office including review documentation and case coordination
• Analyze claims and provide recommendations regarding resolution and risk exposure
• Partner with legal counsel on claims strategy litigation support and settlement considerations
• Implement safety programs and training to reduce organizational risk and liability exposure
• Evaluate and recommend insurance coverage and risk mitigation strategies

Policy Strategy & Communication:

• Lead the development and implementation of HR and risk management policies procedures and programs
• Monitor trends legislation and best practices to support organizational effectiveness and compliance
• Serve as liaison with departments external agencies and partners.
• Prepare and present information reports and recommendations to leadership and governing bodies as needed

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• At least five years of supervisor experience with progressively increasing responsibilities.
• Bachelors Degree in Human Resource Management Public Administration or a related field.
• An equivalent combination of the above-stated work experience and education may be considered.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid Utah drivers license or the ability to obtain one.
• Employee will be required to complete NIMS IS100 IS200 ICS300 ICS400 IS700 IS800 IS701 IS703 IS775 IS807 IEMC course(s) and position-specific ICS courses based on assignment within two years of hire.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of human resources risk management and public sector administration
• Employment law and labor relations
• Workers compensation liability claims insurance coverage analysis and risk mitigation strategies
• Organizational development performance management and employee relations
• Municipal budgeting and public sector operations
• Applicable federal state and local laws regulations and compliance requirements (including OSHA)

Skills in:

• Leading supervising and developing diverse teams across professional and technical functions
• Analyzing complex organizational personnel and risk issues and implementing effective solutions
• Interpreting and applying laws policies contracts and collective bargaining agreements
• Managing sensitive situations with sound judgment in legal political and public environments
• Communicating clearly and effectively with employees leadership elected officials and the public
• Evaluating programs policies and service delivery to improve organizational effectiveness

Ability to:

• Build and maintain effective working relationships with employees leadership and community stakeholders
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive matters with discretion
• Balance strategic priorities with operational demands in a public sector environment
• Represent the City effectively in complex or high-profile situations
• Ensure compliance with city policies safety standards and regulatory requirements

OGDEN CITY BENEFITS

• Language Pay
• Longevity Pay
• Holidays
• Sick Vacation and Comp Time Leave
• Medical and Dental
• EAP- Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Employee Loan Program- Computer Bike & Exercise equipment loans when available
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

OGDEN CITY FULL JOB POSTING ATTACHED AS PDF

Required Experience:

Director