Director of Human Resources

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Director of Human Resources to direct, plan and organize the City's Human Resources Department functions. Are you seeking engaging work? Do you wish to advance your career as a Director of Human Resources? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!

The Director of Human Resources position earns competitive pay to commensurate with experience. We provide great benefits and perks, including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Additionally, we offer our employees an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply to join our team today!

ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURG

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city four times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.

Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation, exceptional PTO opportunities, and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives. We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

As a Director of Human Resources, you a develop, recommend and implement department goals and objectives. Your work typically involves administering changes to policies, procedures, ordinances, and advise directors and supervisors in employee relation matters. Performing program planning and administration, coordinating with other department heads and City Manager generally fill up your day. Your job is essential to the city, you oversee and/or serve as Civil Service Director. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city. This can include developing department work plan and assign work activities and projects or programs.

You investigate allegations of harassment, discrimination, policy violation or prohibited practices. You audit all records and personnel files and ensures record keeping complies with state and federal mandates. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem aiding and support to all divisions within the department as needed. The city needs someone like you with skills in customer service, leadership, and you find genuine enjoyment in what you do!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree in personnel management, business administration or related field.
  • Master's Degree in related field, Certification in Human Resources preferred
  • Educational substitute: Minimum of five (5) years of municipal management experience, preferable in Human Resources, or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Requires a minimum of five (5) years progressively more responsible supervisory experience in personnel management.
  • Experience preferred: Seven (7) years progressively more responsible supervisory experience in personnel management.
• Requires Five (5) years of supervisor experience
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required
• Must have a current and valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety

Are you someone who prefers hands-on work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this Director of Human Resources job!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you have the right skills in managing and human resources to succeed as our Director of Human Resources, apply now using our mobile-friendly application.

Location: 78541

Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.

Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.