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Garfield County Government

  • Colorado, USA

Garfield County Government

Address: Colorado, USA

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Phone: 9709451377

Garfield County Incorporated on February 10, 1883, Garfield County, Colorado, is named after the 20th President of the United States, James A. Garfield. Born in Ohio on November 19, 1831, Garfield is a very appropriate namesake for a county as diverse as this. Diverse in his background, interests and profession, some part of his life is likely to inspire everyone.

Garfield County is one of the largest counties in Colorado, incorporating nearly 3,000 square miles on the western boundary of the state. The county has more than doubled in population since 1985 and is projected to double in size again by 2040. With this continual population increase and growth pressure comes many transitions within each of the six incorporated communities, as well as changes seen at a countywide level.

With a county that is rapidly changing, it is important to track its physical, social and economic factors, in order to give a general indication of where the county has been, as well as where it will likely go. Information of this nature can be helpful, not only for county and municipal governments, but also for those thinking of starting a business, relocating to the area, or for residents curious about the baseline information about where they live.

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1 job(s) at Garfield County Government

Human Resources Director
Garfield County 201 8th Street, Glenwood Springs, CO, USA
Apr 16, 2024
Full Time
  ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: (These duties are illustrative of typical essential responsibilities of the job, and may vary according to assignment) Collaborate with senior management                                                                                                    15% Works with senior managers and elected officials to understand organization’s overall strategic                   initiatives and with all management to understand individual department’s/office’s objectives.  Plans, leads, develops, coordinates, and implements policies, programs, processes, trainings, and initiatives to support organizations’ stated goals. Provides guidance on best practices, legal      compliance, talent management, organizational structure, and other HR-related topics. Department Management                                                                                                                          15% Plans and directs the activities of the County’s HR staff.   Develops department vision, mission, metrics, and goals.  Hires, trains, supervises, and directs HR staff.  Meets regularly with staff (team and 1-on-1 mtgs), establishes job responsibilities, developments individual short and long-term goals, conducts performance reviews, provides feedback and coaching as needed, etc. Prepares and ensures adherence to department budget; determines allocation of resources.  Ensures personnel records are appropriately maintained, retained, and destroyed. Employee Relations & Legal Compliance                                                                                              30% Provides employee and supervisor counseling and support on performance related issues (e.g. conflict management, employee development plans, goals, discipline, grievances, etc.). Formulates, recommends, interprets, implements, and oversees compliance with all HR policies and procedures.  Investigates and documents employee complaints (e.g. harassment, retaliation, etc.), at times in collaboration with the County Attorney’s Office and/or outside legal counsel, and recommends appropriate action.  Assists supervisors and employees in interpreting and implementing employment and labor laws and County HR policies.  Ensures ongoing legal compliance with all employment and labor related laws and regulations. Talent Acquisition & Development                                                                                                         20% Oversees the County’s talent acquisition and talent development programs and initiatives. Works closely with management as a strategic partner in an effort to enhance overall employee performance.  Oversees the County’s performance management system.  In response to stated needs and skills gaps, conducts training needs assessments and develops comprehensive training programs. Total Compensation                                                                                                                                 15% Proposes and oversees wage and benefits budgets, ensures proper market position by conducting regular market assessments and cost/benefit analyses, designs and administers County’s benefits package and pay plans, and leads vendor selections/negotiations.  Develops and presents proposals on benefits and wage plan revisions, additions, and deletions to ensure the County has a competitive, equitable, and financially feasible total compensation package that will attract and retain high quality employees.                   Non-Essential Functions: Misc.                                                                                                                                                                     5% Work on special projects as assigned, participate in committees as directed, and other duties as assigned.   CORE COMPETENCIES : (Representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities expected of the position) Public Service: A commitment to the mission of providing exceptional services to the citizens of Garfield County. It is who we are, and what we do. Customer Service: A commitment to providing exceptional service to all customers (internal & external), which includes being helpful, professional, courteous, and taking the time to understand customer’s needs. Stewardship & Innovation: Is a good steward of public resources and looks for ways to be innovative and improve efficiency. Teamwork: Able to work together with a diverse group of people towards a shared goal, while considering the needs of others. Business Technology: Ability to utilize the technology required of the position, in particular HRIS systems, and demonstrates a willingness to learn and utilize/implement new technologies as required to assist the County in providing exceptional services, innovation, and work efficiencies. Communication: Proficient in communication, and able to communicate using the English language, including written, verbal, or other communication channels as required by the position. Knowledge of Applicable Laws & Best Practices:  In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local employment and labor laws, and the field’s recommended best practices. Organizational Leadership: Ability to help set strategic goals for the organization, effectively communicate those goals, and motivate others to successfully adhere to and carry out tasks in service to those goals.  A strategic thinker who focuses on finding and developing unique opportunities to achieve the organization’s goals and mission. Management: The ability to plan, organize, allocate resources towards, direct, and monitor tasks, projects, and work activities of others, and to maximize the utilization and development of available resources, including human. Ability to demonstrate empathy and professionalism in addressing challenging people and operational issues.