What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at City of Desert Hot Springs, CA?
Salary : Depends on Qualifications
Location : Desert Hot Springs, CA
Job Type : Full Time
Job Number : 2024-0624
Department : Human Resources
Opening Date : 06 / 24 / 2024
Description
DEFINITION :
Plans, organizes, directs, manages, and oversees the functions, programs, and operations of the Human Resources Department including labor relations, employee training and development, benefits administration, employee relations, performance management, leave management, job classification, compensation, recruitment and selection, and other related HR activities; provides professional assistance to management staff in personnel and related matters.
Supervision Received and Exercised
Receives direction from the City Manager and exercises direct and indirect supervision over professional, technical, and other HR Department personnel.
Salary
Salary dependent on qualifications
Examples of Duties
ESSENTIAL AND GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Assumes full management responsibility for all Human Resources Department functions, programs, and operations including labor relations, safety, benefits administration, classification, compensation, recruitment and selection, and training and employee development services and activities.
- Key responsibilities include strategic planning, recruitment and retention strategies, succession planning, policy development and performance monitoring.
- Continues development of HR best practices and performance metrics for measuring the effectiveness of HR programs for the City.
- Direct the development of recognition and reward programs that drive measurable business results, boost employee engagement, aid in retaining top talent, unify and manage culture and provide a variety of recognition activities with colleagues.
- Oversees the planning and execution of staff development, leadership development, and City-based training programs for employees.
- Manages the development and implementation of Department goals, objectives, and priorities for each assigned service area; recommends and administers policies and procedures. Maintain budget tracking and planning for assigned areas.
- Interprets City policies and procedures to employees.
- Manages annual Open Enrollment process for benefits. Works closely with Insurance Broker and negotiates annual benefit premium increases.
- Oversees and participates in complex employer-employee employment and labor relations issues with City Attorney staff and Department managers. Conducts internal investigations related to employee discipline and recommends course of action.
- Researches, analyzes and recommends benefit plans and programs. Implements and monitors services delivery.
- Analyzes legislation and regulations to determine effect on human resources programs and services; recommends and implements changes in policy or procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations; completes required reports and documentation.
- Provides staff assistance to the City Manager; conducts studies and submits recommendations to create, revise, and abolish rules, regulations, policies, and procedures relating to assigned areas of responsibility; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
- Represents City in meetings with representatives of governmental agencies, professional and business organizations, employee organizations and the public.
- Monitors developments and legislation related to personnel matters; evaluates their impact upon City operations and recommends and implements policy and procedural improvements
- Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the Department budget; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as necessary.
- Managers all phases of employee relations. Serves as a member of the City's management labor negotiating team. Oversees surveys and the collection and analysis of data to prepare for negotiations. Assists with the development of contract language and the implementation of contract changes. Interprets and administers employee contacts throughout the duration of the agreements.
- Prepares salary, benefit and classification surveys including computing and compiling survey data and results.
- Maintains compliance program and requirements per local, state and federal laws.
- Demonstrates an understanding of applicable HR policies, procedures, and work methods associated with assigned duties. Responds to questions and concerns from the general public providing information as appropriate
- Establish positive working relationships with representatives of community organizations, state / local agencies, staff of other public agencies, City Management and staff, and the public.
- Performs related duties as required.
Typical Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION : Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be :
Supplemental Information
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of :
Ability to :
