Director of Human Resources

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Job Description

SUMMARY: Under administrative direction, manages, directs and controls all human resource functions and activities within the City, including employment, job classification, compensation, performance appraisals, labor relations, Civil Service, employee benefits and training; performs other duties as assigned by the City Manager and/or Deputy City Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Provides counsel and guidance to department heads regarding employment issues, including termination letters, relevant policies and guidance regarding how to handle various human resource problems/issues.
• Develops a vision and plan for organizational training initiatives, recruitment and retention and employee benefits; builds and maintains partnerships with the Police and Fire departments to provide assistance in recruitment efforts.
• Supervises human resources staff; plans, prioritizes, and assigns tasks and projects; monitors work, develops staff skills, and evaluates performance; provides technical guidance, assistance, and training; meets regularly with staff to discuss and resolve workload and technical issues; develops work plans, and assures required deadlines are met; reviews work and verifies the accuracy and efficiency of work activities.
• Interprets and explains the City’s human resource policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Monitors and ensures the organizations compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Provides various statistical data and reports to the City Manager and/or the City Council.
• Attends meetings with senior executives, managers, supervisors, employees.
• Develops and implements departmental budget.
• Performs various special projects and assignments from the City Manager and/or the Deputy City Manager.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.
• If appointed by the Civil Service Commission, will serve as the Civil Service Director
• Extensive knowledge of Civil Service laws, rules and regulations
• Understanding of Collective Bargaining, Chapters 143 and 174 of the Texas Local Government Code and related rules, regulations and caselaw.
• On occasion attend City Council meetings, provide presentations to City Council on employment matters, including compensation and contracts and assist City Council with evaluations of Council Appointees, and other matters as necessary.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge:

• City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Principles and practices of human resource management.
• Civil Service Law and the Collective Bargaining process.
• Principles and practices of effective employee supervision.
• Principles and practices of administrative management.
• Principles and practices of leadership development.
• Principles and practices of contract administration and interpretation.
• Principles and practices of project management.
• Principles and practices of strategic planning.
• State and federal statutes, rules, and regulations governing human resource administration.
• Texas local government codes.
• Record keeping and file maintenance principles and procedures.
• Business and personal computers, and spreadsheet software applications.

Skill in:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Managing situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
• Analyzing human resource issues, evaluating alternatives, and developing recommendations and reports.
• Building effective work teams and providing efficient customer service.
• Understanding and applying City policies and procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.
• Explaining City policies and procedures while exercising the highest degree of confidentiality.
• Managing staff, delegating tasks and authority, and providing coaching to improve staff performance.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or a related field; AND five years’ experience in human resource management; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be familiar with Civil Service systems.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree
Experience with Texas Local Government Code Chapter 143, Collective Bargaining and labor unions.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:
• Society of Human Resources Management certification (within 6 months of employment)
• Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in a standard office environment.

Compensation Range

DOQ

The City of Galveston is an equal opportunity employer and will consider only the qualifications of the applicants. The City does not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, or physical/mental disability in employment or provision services.

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• City of Galveston

• 409.797.3650

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