Chief Human Resource Officer

Job OpportunitiesUse the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me button.DPW - Water Division (5)DPW - Water Pollution Control Division (4)Employment Status : Exempt, Confidential, Full-Time, Non-Union / Management, Individual ContractCertifications / Licenses Required : Bachelor’s Degree, ( Master’s Degree Preferred in Human Resource, Public Administration or related field ).SUMMARYThe City of Chicopee’s Human Resources Department is looking to hire a Chief Human Resource Officer who will be responsible for developing policy and directing and coordinating human resources activities, such as employment, compensation, benefits, labor relations, employee services and training and who will report directly to the Mayor.ESSENTIAL DUTIES INCLUDE : Assess the needs of the department, services provided by the department, and appropriate staffing levels and their qualifications.Deploy existing personnel to perform duties and provide services expected from this department appropriately.Identify any operational issues that require immediate attention.Maintain regular working hours on site.Manage HR employees to ensure that all are performing the expected duties and observing City policies.Oversee the administration of the City's benefits programs.Oversee and manage the Department budget.Administer the City's salary program to comply with state law and City salary guidelines.Knowledge of labor relations, collective bargaining and employment law.Understand the statutory, regulatory and customary functions and related responsibilities of the Human Resource Department in Chicopee.Understanding the HR technologies and systems used; its applications and uses. Knowledge of general principles of payroll and invoicing processing. General familiarity with Human Resources policies and procedures and collective bargaining agreements. Knowledge of Social Media platforms.Oversees postings of open positions, filling those vacancies, and terminations in cooperation with management personnel.Performs all other related duties as driven by the Human Resources needs of the City.Coordinates management training in preparing and maintaining job descriptions, interviewing, hiring, terminations, promotion, performance review, safety, and sexual and other prohibited harassment.Keeps records of benefits plan participation such as insurance, pension and retirement plans, personnel transactions such as job description changes, hires, promotions, transfers, performance reviews, terminations, and employee statistics for government reporting.Leads and participates in investigations, resolving workplace and personnel issues, complaints and allegations of employee misconduct.Serve as the ADA Coordinator for the City and Ex-Officio member of the City's Disability Commission.QUALIFICATIONSBachelor's Degree - RequiredMaster's Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration or related field. - PreferredFive-plus years progressively responsible HR experience. - PreferredProven ability to analyze a variety of complex issues in order to make sound recommendations for resolution.Thorough understanding of benefit plan administration, legal compliance, risk mitigation, compensation plan management, employee and labor relations (including contract negotiations), performance management, recruiting, and training is essential.SHRM-SCP or PSHRA-SCP certification, a plus.An equivalent combination of education, experience, and training will be considered .Proficient in labor relations, recruitment and retention.Collaborative team player.Experience in municipal / public sector.BENEFITSThe City of Chicopee provides its employees (contingent upon employment status) with a robust benefits package which include the following : Recurring Sick TimeVacationThirteen Holidays Per YearRetirement PlanAnd more…HOW TO APPLYIf this opportunity aligns with your skills, experience, and employment goals, apply today through one of the following : Go to chicopeema.gov / jobs and apply online by selecting the job andSelect ‘download application’ on the City’s employment page and deliver it along with your resume to : The City of Chicopee is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr