Human Resources Manager

Salary : $84,976.94 - $135,962.94 Annually

Location : Carson City, NV

Job Type : FULL-TIME

Job Number : 275_8 / 2024

Department : Human Resources

Opening Date : 08 / 15 / 2024

Description

The City of Carson City is looking for an experienced Human Resources Manager.

Under general direction, performs supervisory and professional-level duties in relation to the administration of human resources programs, including but not limited to, recruitment, employee relations, job analysis, classification and compensation, employee training and development, special projects, dispute resolution, grievance reviews and investigations; oversees the administration of the city-wide classification and compensation plan; provides supervision to human resources staff; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS :

This is a management level position. This position maintains a reduced benefits and recruitment workload in order to perform sensitive, complex or specialized assignments such related to performance management. In the absence of the Human Resources Director, the incumbent serves as the acting Department Director.

SUPERVISION :

Exercises direct supervision over assigned professional, technical and support staff.

This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.

Examples of Duties

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

• Develops, writes, and revises personnel policies, procedures, and regulations; interprets policies, procedures, laws, and regulations to employees; responds to inquiries and recommends solutions to human resource issues, complaints, and legal actions; identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations and ensures compliance.
• Supervises and assists with the design and implementation of the recruitment program; participates in the recruitment process as needed; and makes improvements to the recruitment process.
• Supervises and assists with reviewing and approving personnel action forms; and supervises employees responsible for maintaining the HRIS system.
• Oversees assigned area(s) by reviewing and improving work methods, techniques, systems and equipment; develops and implements organizational or procedural changes to facilitate decision making and more effective operations; supervises assigned staff; performance appraisal and discipline; professional development; coaching and mentoring; coordinating leave requests; and conducting performance evaluations.
• Assists Departments / Elected Offices with performance management strategies consistent with the City's core values and policies by providing direction, clear feedback and accountability; partners with business leadership to assure consistency of approach, message and execution.
• Conducts and advises others in performing employee investigations, prepares or reviews summaries, reports and discipline related findings; consults with Department Directors / Elected Officials prior to administration of investigations / discipline to ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies.
• Conducts classification and compensation studies; prepares reports, recommendations and class descriptions; and collects compensation and benefit data and prepares analyses and reports.
• Designs and implements employee development and training programs; arranges for trainers or conducts training programs; informs employees of available training opportunities; and evaluates effectiveness of training programs.
• Works with Human Resources Generalist to develop, implement and administer various employee benefits, assistance and wellness programs.
• Provides expertise and advice to management regarding the handling of employee / labor relations issues; interprets collective bargaining agreements, resolutions and administrative orders; and conducts research and collects information in support of labor negotiations.
• Conducts complex and diverse projects including extensive / long-term projects including extensive projects requiring advanced research and analytical skills; develops action plans involving stakeholders; and develops communications to foster employee involvement.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and City information.
• Prepares reports, correspondence and a variety of written materials; prepares and maintains accurate records and documentation of activities.
• At times may be required to work outside normal business hours and work extended hours to accomplish requirements of the position.

Typical Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Education and Experience :

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business or public Administration or related field; AND five (5) years of human resource experience preferably in the public sector to include a minimum of three years of supervisory experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS :

Required Knowledge and Skills

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Supplemental Information

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED :

Under General Direction - Incumbents at this level have considerable latitude in the application of departmental policy, and they follow general guidelines or professional and administrative standards in accomplishing assignments. They are responsible for planning and organizing their own workload, but ordinarily cannot change methods of their assigned work unit, established operations, or departmental policy without supervisor approval. Supervision is minimal, indirect, and usually limited to technical oversight. This is a mid-management position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

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

Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone; exposure to traffic conditions and external environment when traveling from one office to another.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT :

Following is an overview of the generous benefit package offered to Carson City employees. Please review the individual resolution referenced at the end of the listing along with the Rules and Regulations Manual.

This is an overview of the benefits available to unclassified employees. There is a Resolution adopted by the Carson City Board of Supervisors that provides additional information on unclassified benefits. This overview does not in any manner modify or alter the resolution. The Resolution can be reviewed by visiting

Do you have a bachelor's degree in human resources, business or public administration, or related field?

Do you currently hold a SPHR or SHRM-SCP certification?

Required Question

Salary : $84,977 - $135,963