HR Manager

Please submit resumes to jklocke@manchestermo.gov Pay: $99,082.00 - $138,715.00 per year

Job description:

PURPOSE Organizes, coordinates, and administers the City’s human resources programs, policies, and workforce strategies. Oversees recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, civil service administration, benefits, employee and labor relations, performance management, training and development, employee records, investigations and disciplinary matters, engagement and wellness initiatives, and HR compliance. Advises City leadership and department heads on personnel matters; supports workforce planning; coordinates vendors and outside resources; maintains the compensation plan; and promotes fair, consistent, legally compliant, and effective personnel practices.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required: Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or closely related field required. At least 2 years of human resources experience involving recruiting, assessments, compensation, labor relations, and related human resources experience. Valid Missouri State driver's license (to drive between locations).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Knowledge of human resources management principles, practices, programs, and generalist administration. Knowledge of municipal government and public-sector and civil service human resources administration. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local labor and employment laws, regulations, ordinances, policies, procedures, and contract requirements. Knowledge of recruitment, selection, interviewing, testing, assessment, preemployment, onboarding, and workforce planning practices. Knowledge of job analysis, classification, compensation, pay structures, market benchmarking, compensation studies, and civil service compensation administration. Knowledge of employee benefits and insurance administration, including enrollment, renewals, vendor coordination, and employee communications. Knowledge of employee and labor relations, grievances, conflict resolution, investigations, discipline, and workplace concerns. Knowledge of performance management, training, professional development, succession planning, employee engagement, recognition, wellness, and organizational culture. Skill in developing, researching, interpreting, administering, and updating HR policies, programs, systems, and workforce initiatives. Ability to interpret and explain laws, regulations, contracts, policies, and procedures and provide sound HR guidance to management. Skill in conducting investigations, interviews, research, studies, and analysis and developing appropriate personnel and staffing recommendations. Proficiency with HR software and technology and maintenance of accurate and confidential personnel records and reports. Ability to communicate effectively and establish productive working relationships with leadership, employees, applicants, vendors, consultants, brokers, agents, outside counsel, and other stakeholders. Ability to organize multiple assignments and deadlines, adapt to unexpected events, exercise judgment and discretion, maintain confidentiality, and work independently.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

The position entails extended periods of sitting, talking, listening, and walking, requiring regular mental focus, visual attention, and normal hand-eye coordination. Occasionally, handling average-weight objects and moving within the office to access file cabinets and machinery is expected. The role primarily involves sitting for prolonged durations, operating a computer, and using hands and arms to manage office equipment. Effective communication via telephone and in-person interactions with team members, vendors, and citizens is a crucial aspect of the role. SUPERVISION Under the direct supervision of the City Administrator, this role presently does not involve oversight or direction of other employees. However, the responsibilities may evolve to include the potential oversight or direction of additional employees in the future, subject to the needs and developments within the City.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

• Culture Enhancement and Employee Engagement: Strategically cultivate and enhance the organizational culture while driving initiatives to boost employee engagement and satisfaction within the workforce.
• Accountability and Standards: Demonstrate and encourage accountability among staff, ensuring adherence to expectations and established standards, while holding individuals accountable for their roles.
• Labor Relations and Grievance Handling: Manage labor relations processes and efficiently process grievances, maintaining a fair and equitable work environment.
• Compensation and Classification Management: Oversee and recommend updates to the compensation system, manage the classification of civil service roles, and conduct periodic reviews to ensure alignment with industry standards.
• Benefits Administration: Administer comprehensive benefits plans and programs, providing guidance and support to employees during enrollment and ensure seamless operations.
• Strategic Staffing and Development: Collaborate with department heads to develop staffing plans, provide staffing recommendations, and create and manage a robust professional development program aligned with the City’s strategic objectives.
• Legal Compliance and Counsel Collaboration: Provide expert guidance on HR and employment law matters, collaborating with external counsel when necessary to ensure compliance with Federal and State labor laws.
• Policy Development and Administration: Research, draft, and maintain HR policies, procedures, programs, and systems, ensuring legal compliance and alignment with best practices.
• Compensation Plan Maintenance: Oversee and update the City’s civil service compensation plan, conducting compensation studies and biannual updates, ensuring competitiveness within the market.
• Vendor and Service Coordination: Collaborate with external vendors, consultants, brokers, and agents to meet City goals and requirements efficiently.
• New Employee Integration: Conduct comprehensive new employee orientations, manage all related documentation, and oversee the enrollment process.
• Records Management and Compliance: Maintain employee files, accident injury reports, applicant files, and other relevant records while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Special Projects and Training: Design and conduct specialized HR projects, coordinate team efforts for studies, and organize various training sessions, workshops, and classes for employee development.
• Employee Programs and Activities: Coordinate and manage various employee activities, meetings, communications, recognition programs, and events to foster a cohesive and motivated workforce.
• Interventions, Investigations, and Performance Management: Conduct interventions and investigations as directed by the City Administrator, analyze staffing issues, and provide expertise in performance management matters.
• Workplace Policy Administration: Oversee the City’s drug-and-alcohol-free workplace program, ensuring compliance and adherence to relevant policies.
• Technological Advancements in HR: Remain updated with relevant technological advancements in the HR field and implement solutions that improve HR operations.
• Communication and Engagement Initiatives: Collaborate with the Communications Specialist to develop and distribute a quarterly employee newsletter, facilitating effective internal communication and engagement.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

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