Human Resource Manager

HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER

Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Deputy Director
FLSA: Exempt
Salary:             $85,000-$95,000
Union Affiliation:      Non-Bargaining
Employment Status: Full-time (35 hours, 4 days/week)
Schedule:         7:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday - Thursday
Last Updated:            December 16, 2024

POSITION SUMMARY

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for coordinating and executing all phases of human resources activities including recruitment, employee relations, policy, procedure, job description development, training initiatives, personnel file management, legal compliance, compensation and benefits administration, payroll support, performance management, and union labor relations. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(The omission of specific statements regarding duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment in association with the position.)

• Responsible for the creation and maintenance of HR related policies and procedures.
• Ensure HR compliance with all laws and regulations.
• Ensure compliance with Employee Handbook.
• Maintain all aspects of HRIS system.
• Responsible for HR compliance reporting including, but not limited to Section 3, VETS-4212, OSHA 300, etc.)
• Coordinate annual review of insurance benefits with outside broker and lead the selection and negotiation process.
• Manage and administer employee benefits including paid time off balances.
• Manage full cycle employee recruitment process.
• Develop and maintain onboarding process and procedures.
• Ensure proper adherence to and administration of the collective bargaining agreement 
• Participate in collective bargaining negotiations and grievance proceedings.
• Consult in all disciplinary proceedings and make recommendations to support consistency within all departments.
• Maintain employee personnel files.
• Provide employee coaching and mentoring at all levels.
• Develop training requirements with management staff for new and existing employees.
• Develop and review job descriptions and salary structures as necessary.
• Responsible for Workers Compensation claim process.
• Create and coordinate annual performance evaluations for all employees.
• Develop employee recognition programs to promote a positive work culture.
• Develop and maintain interactive HR forms library.
• Collaborate with and support the Finance Department with payroll processing.
• Conduct and document exit interviews.
• Lead Events Committee.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills across all levels of management, staff, residents and the general public.
• Must be organized and process oriented. 
• Ability to research, analyze, interpret, summarize and present technical data in a clear manner.
• Ability to handle and resolve complex situations effectively, in a professional manner.
• Work cooperatively and develop effective working relationships with co-workers, other sections, outside agencies and organizations, and diverse community groups.
• Sophisticated knowledge of and proficiency in basic office software including HRIS system, internet systems, VoIP phones and Microsoft 365 platform.
• Ability to use discretion and make independent decisions.
• Remains current on Agency policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local codes, rules, and regulations as they pertain to job responsibilities.
• Must be able to use a personal vehicle to travel between properties as needed. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

1. Bachelor’s degree in human resource management or a related field preferred.
2. Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a leading human resources role.
3. Certification in Human Resources (such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP).
4. Extensive experience with ADP Workforce Now preferred.
5. Familiar with CT Family Medical Leave Act.
6. Experience with union labor relations preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear at normal volumes.  The employee is frequently required to use hands or fingers to handle, feel or operate objects or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms.   The employee may be required to climb, or balance; and stoop, kneel or crouch. The employee may be required to lift up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans
The Housing Authority of the City of Danbury is also a drug-free workplace.