DescriptionOur next Director of Human Resources is an experienced human resource professional and a proactive, solution-oriented leader, with impeccable integrity and the highest ethical standards. They have high emotional intelligence and must instill trust, maintain strict confidentiality, have compassion, and demonstrate empathy.
The successful candidate is technically capable in all respects, including strategic planning and execution, employment law, talent acquisition, employee engagement and retention, relationship management, organizational training and development, total compensation and benefits administration, risk and technology management. The next Director is an effective leader and manager with superior organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a high-paced and changing work environment.
The preferred candidate has a positive attitude and a commitment to excellent customer service. They must understand the complexity of supporting a diverse and full service municipality, while bringing new and progressive tools to create and retain a collaborative, high performing team.
Examples of DutiesReporting to the Town Manager, the Director oversees the Human Resources department, comprised of six full-time employees, including the HR Manager, Wellness and Benefits Administrator, Recruiter, Risk Management/Safety Coordinator, and Administrative Specialist.
The Director of Human Resources is responsible for administration of the Town's personnel policies and procedures to support more than 292 employees and volunteers located across 13 departments.
The Director oversees personnel services and operations, and works in partnership with the Town Manager's team to support a vision and strategic plan that encourages service excellence within a high performing team environment. The Director ensures the organization accomplishes its annual goals and initiatives in outstanding service to its residents.
The starting salary for this position will be market competitive and commensurate with the knowledge, skills, and experience of the selected candidate.
Residency within Town limits or adjacent area expected within six months of hire. Relocation assistance is available.
Typical QualificationMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources or closely related field.
- Ten (10) years progressively responsible experience in HR, including five years of senior HR management experience required, preferably in a municipal government environment.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills. Possessing robust proficiency in computer and technical abilities to effectively operate within a sophisticated Human Resources Information System (HRIS) setup.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
- Must have the ability to successfully pass an extensive background investigation.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:Master's Degree or additional Senior Professional Certification (SHRM-SCP) preferred.
Supplemental InformationBENEFITS- Dental: Ameritas; Employee coverage paid at 100% by Town. Family coverage.
- Eleven (11) paid holidays. Ten (10) hours per day for FT employees.
- Life Insurance: Town provided supplemental life insurance at one times the employee's base pay up to $100,000.
- Medical: United Healthcare; Employee coverage paid at 100% by Town. Family coverage optional.
- ASRS Arizona State Retirement, Optional 457 plan
- Vision: VSP Network or Eyemed Vision Care, Employee coverage paid at 100%. Family coverage optional.
- Voluntary Individual and Family Term Life Insurance: Additional term life insurance coverage available for employee, spouse and children.
APPLY ONLINEwith Resume/Cover Letter at: https://www.prescottvalley-az.gov/229/Employment
Please complete an online application at www.prescottvalley-az.gov , with resume and cover letter attached. Applications without the required resume and cover letter will not be considered.
For questions please contact:
Acting HR Director Celina Morris at cmorris@prescottvalley-az.gov .
Search schedule:
First Review Date: June 24, 2024
Preliminary Interviews: TBD
Finalist Interviews: TBD
Town Of Prescott Valley
Town Manager's Office
7501 E Skoog Blvd
Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
(928) 759-3100
Benefits
Major benefits for a full-time regular, employee:
Medical: United Healthcare;
Employeecoverage paid at 100% by Town.
Employee + Spouse coverage is $311.56/month
Employee + Child(ren) coverage is $242.92/month
Employee + Family coverage is$$435.66/month
- Dental: Ameritas;Employee coverage paid at 100% by Town. Family coverage optional at $28.02/month.
- Vision: VSP Network or Eyemed Vision Care, Employee coverage paid at 100%. Family coverage optional at $5.50/month.
- Life Insurance:Town provided supplemental life insurance at one times the employee'sbase payup to$100,000.
- Voluntary Individual and Family Term Life Insurance: Additional term life insurance coverage available for employee, spouse and children.
- General Leave:Annually up to 200 hours for hourly and salary employees.
- Holidays: Eleven (11) paid holidays; Ten (10) hours per day for FT employees.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax pay deductions to use for eligible medical or dependent daycare costs.
- Disability Insurance: Town provided personal illness or injury short and long term disability benefits with 50% and 60% lost wages replacement respectively.
- Workers' Compensation: Provides 100% lost wages and related medical benefits as for on the job work related illness or injuries.
- Retirement Plans: ASRS Arizona State Retirement
- MediCare:While the Town provides the required contributions towards MediCare we do not participate in Social Security.
- State Unemployment: State mandated coverage is provided.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free counseling and referral services for employees and their immediate families is provided for financial planning, legal services, depression, substance abuse, family/marital and other relationship issues.
- Fit for Life Wellness Program: The Town is dedicated to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. Participation is strictly voluntary and offers $200 participation incentive.
- Direct Deposit: Paychecks are deposited directly into the employee's bank account(s) on a bi-weekly schedule.
