Job Summary
Under the direction of the Human Resources Director, assists with the leadership, management and administration of the Human Resources Department’s operations and assigned programs and functions; leads and manages the Human Resources Department in the absence of the Director.
Essential Functions
- Assists Human Resources Director in leading, developing and maintaining an organizational culture focused on attracting, engaging, developing and retaining the best talent through assessing and improving Human Resources systems, services, programs, processes and initiatives.
- Oversees the City’s Risk Management, Employee Benefits and Workers’ Compensation programs.
- Ensures the efficient and effective management of the City's insurance coverages through the administration of budgeted monies.
- Assists in the daily administration of Human Resources Department, including special projects, policy creation and interpretation, employee drug and alcohol testing, supervisor and employee training, employee grievance and disciplinary actions, unemployment claims, and other projects as assigned.
- Assists the Director with short and long-range planning; leads staff initiatives to study, analyze, and document procedures in assigned areas to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations; prepares reports, makes public presentations and responds to questions.
- Works closely with Human Resources staff, Fiscal Services and Information Systems Departments to maximize the efficiency of the Human Resources Information System application software and other systems such as applicant tracking, recruiting, onboarding and employee data and salary/job history and data.
- Ensures cost-effective management of operational activities and programs through analysis and evaluation of organizational requirements, goals and objectives, and budget preparation and monitoring; develops and oversees the departmental budget, tracks expenditures, and informs Director of items needing attention.
- Advises supervisors, managers, and directors on appropriate course of action regarding various policies, employee concerns or misconduct and assists with the creation of performance related documentation; counsels with supervisors, manages complaints/grievances from employees, conducts interviews and investigations as required/appropriate for resolution; conducts disciplinary/ termination hearings in the Human Resource Director’s absence.
- Performs research and recommends policy updates to the Human Resources Manual; trains and assists supervisors in implementation of policies.
- Maintains salary administration system and methods; enforces salary and wage policies and procedures per Council and City Manager instructions; oversees the City’s annual salary survey, analyzes results and recommends pay adjustments accordingly; conducts job analysis and maintains current job descriptions.
- Manages Citywide training initiatives; reviews and selects or develops training programs for supervisory and general employees on City policies and procedures and other training as needed.
- Maintains current knowledge of employment laws and regulations of local, state and federal laws.
- Keeps management advised of potential problems areas and recommends/ implements solutions as appropriate.
- Ensures security of personal, confidential and sensitive information.
- Acts on behalf if the Director in his or her absence.
- Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.
- Regular and timely attendance are required for this position.
- Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers and others in the course of daily work.
Required Skills
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Requires knowledge of operational characteristics, services and activities of assigned human resources program area, including recruitment, employment services, classification and compensation, employee relations, customer service and training.
- Requires advanced organizational, interpersonal and communication skills required to effectively manage and communicate pertinent Human Resource issues to department heads, supervisors and employees.
- Requires knowledge of federal, state, and local laws relating to human resources functions.
- Requires sound judgement in development and application of policy to individual situations and ability to apply policies fairly and consistently.
- Requires excellent skills in modern office equipment including computers, and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
- Requires knowledge of principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation and principles and practices of record keeping and report preparation.
- Skill in effective communication with others, ability to instruct and persuade.
- Skill in interpersonal relations, conflict resolution and maintaining effective working relationships within the department and with employees in other departments.
- Ability to manage and oversee human resources programs in assigned areas of responsibility, including recruitment, employment, customer service, and records retention.
- Ability to oversee, direct and coordinate the work of subordinate employees.
- Ability to select, supervise, train and evaluate subordinate employees.
- Ability to participate in the development and administration of department goals, objectives and procedures.
- Ability to analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations in support of goals.
- Ability to research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
Education, Experience And Other Requirements
Requires a Bachelor’s degree and seven years of progressively responsible experience in human resources, benefits or risk management, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Advanced organizational, interpersonal and communication skills required to effectively manage and communicate pertinent human resource issues to management, staff and employee groups.
Human Resources credentials (i.e. HRCI or SHRM) is required or the ability to obtain within two years of hire date or promotion.
Previous experience in a municipal government or public agency setting is preferred.
Must pass a credit check and Federal/National criminal background check. Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is rarely exposed to disagreeable environmental factors.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is regularly required to perform light to medium work that involves walking or standing, use the computer keyboard and mouse, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk and hear, stand, walk, and stoop, or crouch. This position requires occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to speak and communicate clearly is required. This job requires the ability to work in an office environment where the noise level is usually moderate.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.
Regular full-time employees are assigned to work at least 40 hours per week, and are eligible for the City's benefit package, subject to the conditions and limitations of each program.
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Do you meet one of the following minimum requirements?
- A Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or related field and seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in Human Resources, preferably in a governmental environment
- An equivalent combination of required education and/or required experience that is equal to 11 years
- None of the above
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Check any of the following Human Resources professional credentials you currently hold:
- SHRM
- HRCI
- I do not have any of the above
- Required Question
