Human Resources Manager

Under administrative direction, the Human Resources Manager will be a driven leader with proven strategic vision and the energy to pro actively implement changes to support the overall needs of the HR department and HCTRA.  Though engaging communication will build unity and ensure collaborative relationships within the department and among the organization.  The HR Manager will be passionate about serving employees of HCTRA and focus on ensuring the department provides excellent service.  This position will focus on managing assigned staff in the administration of human resources functions to include employee relations, performance management, compensation analysis, compliance, employee engagement and leave absence management. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Directs or manages, through subordinate supervisors, the administration and implementation of a variety of human resources management functions of HCTRA HR including position analysis; compensation; job descriptions; employee performance management; records management; employee relations; employee training and development; and the administration of paid leave. 
• Directs and monitors the implementation of HCTRA HR personnel policies and procedures consistent with Harris County policies and procedures guidelines. Consults with and advises managers and supervisors in the administration of the Harris County and HCTRA personnel policies and procedures, standards, applicable laws, and regulations to ensure compliance. 
• Confers with, recommends, advises, and elicits cooperation of supervisors and managers on a variety of HR employee relations matters including discipline, termination recommendations, leaves of absence, and investigations of employee complaints to ensure equitable treatment of employees. Advises supervisors and managers on methods and techniques for addressing employee performance issues. 
• Oversees the compensation program to include position analysis, preparation of  job descriptions, salary survey reports and position classifications.   
• Develops and implements operational change management to support strategic goals and to improve efficiency/effectiveness of the HR department. 

Other Duties:

This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Management, Business Administration, or related field from an accredited college/university. 
• Experience: Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive working experience in Human Resources, Management, Strategic Planning, and Change Management is required. 
• Compensation experience required.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience managing other HR professionals is required. 
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of change-management. Knowledge of data analysis tools. Strong critical thinking skills. 
• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of personnel administration, selection and assignment of personnel, counseling, employee/employer relations.
• Considerable knowledge of employment law with the ability to understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and regulations. 
• Ability to stay current with developments in HR, employment law, HCTRA policies,  and Harris County Personnel Policies & Procedures. 
• Ability to successfully supervise, plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments to personnel. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal. 
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, make rational decisions, and solve problems. 
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others and lead in a team environment. 
• Ability to deal constructively with conflict resolutions. 
• Ability to prioritize workload using effective time-management skills and work independently with minimal direction. 
• Ability to handle confidential information and material with considerable personal tact and initiative. 
• Exhibits flexibility and adaptability in an ever-changing environment.

Physical Demands:

Light work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. If the use of arm and/or leg control requires exertion of forces greater than that of sedentary work and if the worker sits most of the time, the job is considered light work.

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Position Type and Typical Hours Work:

This is a full time position. Days of work are Monday through Friday. Hours may vary based on the business department needs. This position is assigned on location at the HCTRA Admin Building.

Work Environment:

This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. There are no major sources of discomfort. A normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions is provided.

Reporting Relations:

• Reports To Position:Assistant Director, Human Resources 
• Supervises Positions:Supervisor, Leave of Absence Management;  Employee Engagement Coordinator; HR Administrative Analyst; FMLA, Clerk; Receptionist

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.

Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx

If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email: ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net

Salary : $88,878 - $135,678