Director of Human Resources

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Wed, 06 Sep 2023 14:47:37 -0600
$60,000.00 Salary, DOQ/DOE
Director of Human Resources- Civil Service Director:
General Responsibilities: The Human Resource Director manages the day-to-day operations of the Personnel Department. This position includes the supervision of HR staff along with long range planning, employee compensation and salary, recruiting, risk management, policy implementation and other duties as assigned by the City Manager. The Human Resources Director must have vision and innovation. The Human Resource is also responsible for directing and processing garnishments/levies, and reporting as required by each agency. This individual is responsible for administering the self-funded medical plan and supplemental insurances for the city, worker’s compensation, responding to grievances, responding to unemployment claims, civil service testing and acting in the capacity of Civil Service Director, and other human resource functions as required.
Essential Functions and Duties:
Manage the city’s recruitment process to ensure positions are filled in a timely manner with qualified personnel. Including the supervision of applications, backgrounds, monitor eligibility lists, oversee Civil Service testing.
Plan, direct, coordinate and review work of assigned staff; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems; assign work activities, projects and programs; monitor workflow; provide training and direction as needed.
Make compensation recommendations to department heads, manage the compensation process by conducting salary surveys, benefit surveys, conducting job analysis, composing job descriptions and other duties related to compensation and structure.
Assist department heads and employees with interpreting and implementing FMLA, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, EEO, Sexual Harassment Policy and HIPAA laws.
Manage the city’s benefits and retirement programs; recommend plan modification as the city needs change.
Supervise the Human Resources Generalist to ensure data entry is accurate for the City’s payroll/benefits in the areas of FMLA, separations, new hires, increases and deductions.
Keeps abreast of all Human Resource and Workers’ Compensation laws by attending trainings in the field of HR.
Train supervisors on safety hazards and conduct safety meetings periodically and provide employee safety, welfare, wellness, and health information to the employees of San Benito.
Provide recommendations to department heads on: compliance issues, compensation, evaluations, training and development.
Review and update policies to be in compliance and cover any loop holes to avoid unfair labor practice, law suits and other adverse actions against the City and/or employees.
Responsible for the Human Resources Department budget.
Enforce the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), ensures the privacy and confidentiality for employees.
Coach selects, train, motivate and evaluate staff; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures; recommend employee terminations.
Oversees the new hire onboarding and termination process.
Attends staff meetings and represents department in a professional and knowledgeable manner.
Civil Service Duties:
Serves as the Civil Service Secretary to the Civil Service Commission Board.
Processes and records agenda and meeting minutes.
Proctors Civil Service Exams as requested by the respective Chiefs.
Assists with employee requests and grievances.
Coordinates hearings as required.
Serves as a Risk Committee Member
Serves as a Collective Bargaining Member
Education/ Certification: U.S. Department of Education (USDE) Accredited Academic Bachelor’s Degree / Experienced in Human Resources Management or Public Administration. Five years of experience in Human Resources is viewed as equal to a Bachelor’s Degree. A current Texas driver’s license is required.
Experience Required: Minimum of four (4) years’ work experience in Human Resources Management. Has risk management experience. Has experience in management techniques as applied to federal and local municipal government administration. Has extensive knowledge of Civil Service.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, and other related regulations such as FMLA, FLSA, ADA, ADEA, EEO, COBRA and HIPAA laws.
Knowledge of employee benefits, retirement, employee savings plans, payroll functions.
Knowledge of the legal requirements of the Texas Labor Board and Federal Laws
Knowledge of city policies and procedures
Knowledge of the principles and practices of personnel management;
Ability to represent self and the city in a professional manner
Ability to communicate with people in stressful situations and resolve issues under pressure.
Excellent reading, writing and math skills.
Knowledge of all related computer applications.
Communicates effectively both orally and in writing in various situations including presentation before the city commission and other groups.
Treats everyone fairly and has great attitude towards City personnel and with the public.
Organize time effectively.
Other Requirements:
A background check will be conducted due to sensitivity of information and the sole purpose of maintaining a healthy working environment. Dress is professional due to position. Other duties as assigned by the City Manager or Designee.
Working Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, will work indoors over 90% of the time in a well-lighted, air-conditioned office. This job has no significant hazards as physical demands are low. The Director must be familiar with the phone system, computer, and fax, copier, and other office supplies. There will be occasional travel within city for site visits and outside the city for training. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are those that must be met by the Human Resource Director to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Attention to detail is important. Employee records and accurate maintenance is critical, heavy demand on mental requirements, must maintain steady emotional level in the face of complaints and constant queries from employees. Physical demands are light. While preforming the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the associate a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of his/her position. As the City’s demands change so will the essential functions of this position.
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