What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Manager position at Rice County, MN?
Salary : $48.11 - $67.36 Hourly
Location : Faribault, MN
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : 2025-005
Department : Administration
Opening Date : 01 / 06 / 2025
Closing Date : 1 / 21 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Job Summary
The Human Resource Manager is responsible for the functional disciplines of human resource management, and under the direction of the County Administrator participates in the development and execution of human resource vision, strategy, and goals with respect to programs, people and resources, to support and accomplish current and long-term County goals. The Manager is accountable for the development and execution of human resource programs as well as compliance with internal and external policies, guidelines, and regulations. The Human Resource Manager provides guidance on structure, staffing, mentoring, and management, assisting Department Heads with the effective utilization of their staff. As the human resource leader, the Manager has accountability for a number of distinct functions encompassing employment, compensation and benefits, payroll, employee and labor relations, legal compliance, training and development, wellness, and safety. The Manager ensures compliance with applicable regulations, programs, and agencies such as OSHA, Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, EEOC, Local Government Pay Equity, ACA, FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and Veterans' Preference.
Examples of Duties
- Manages the County's benefit plans including plan design, provider relationships, plan administration, plan communications and financial management.
- Oversees payroll administration ensuring timely processing, reconciliation, auditing, compliance, and report writing for State and Federal agencies, and union negotiations.
- Develops and administers duties related to the County's compensation plan ensuring market competitiveness, and attainment of staffing and financial objectives.
- Assists the County Administrator with oversight of the County's labor relations including negotiating collective bargaining agreements to ensure operational effectiveness and accomplishment of organizational objectives.
- Responsible for employee relations duties that create a favorable environment consistent with the County's values, goals and objective.
- Directs the recruitment and hiring duties to ensure that the County is properly staffed.
- Supports and enforces the County's safety programs, policies, and processes.
- Provides advice and counsel to Department Heads and supervisors on local, State and Federal statutes, personnel management strategy, staffing, labor relations, benefits, and other personnel related matters.
- Ensures that the County is in compliance with all appropriate State and Federal laws governing employment, worker health and safety, through effective processes, postings, education, and audits, to minimize risk and create a favorable working environment.
- Performs other duties as necessary.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in human resources management, business administration or related field, or equivalent knowledge gained through experience. Six or more years of progressively responsible Human Resource experience or equivalent is required. Must pass criminal background check which includes fingerprinting. The Manager must possess a valid Driver's License upon hire.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
Experience in labor relations and the public sector is desired. Prior accountability for functioning as a leadership team member is preferred. A professional HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM) or equivalent certification is preferred.
Supplemental Information
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION : Exempt, Non-Union - Grade 17
Rice County offers a complete benefit package including medical, dental, life insurance, pension, holiday, vacation, sick leave and long-term disability insurance.
County employees are eligible for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Answers to the Supplemental Questions must be supported by the "Education," "Work Experience" or "Skills" section of the job application. Be certain that the choices you make correspond to the information you have provided on your application. Please be as honest and accurate as possible. You may be asked to demonstrate your knowledge and skills in a work sample or during a hiring interview.By completing this supplemental evaluation you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal.
Do you have a valid driver's license?
Do you possess a bachelor's degree or higher in business administration, human resources management?
Do you have at least seven of progressively responsible professional level human resources work experience, supported by the employment history section of your application?
If you answered "no" to question three and / or four, please explain further how your education and experience meet the minimum qualifications for this position. If not applicable, please indicate "N / A."
Which best describes your highest level of education?
Do you possess current PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or other professional HR certification?
How many years of experience do you have in employee areas relating to motivating, coaching and developing staff; planning, organizing and controlling the work of staff; and completing employee performance evaluations?
In what types of organizations have you worked in a Human Resources role (Select all that apply).
Which best describes your years of professional level human resources experience?
Please select program areas from the following list where you have at least two years professional level human resources experience :
Which of the following area(s) of human resources do you have experience working in? (Please check all that apply.)
Please summarize your experience managing the human resources functions selected above and include the name of the organization, your title and years of employment. If not applicable, list NA.
How many years of progressively responsible experience, do you have in a professional capacity in the HR field advising supervisors or Department Heads on employee relations, hiring, terminations, and other employment law related issues?
Describe your level of direct experience with each of the following human resource functions : (A) labor / union relations; (B) recruitment and selection; (C) conducting employment investigations;Be specific. If not applicable, list NA.
Describe your experience with time and labor implementations in a government / municipal environment. Be sure to include the following in your response : Your role and level of responsibility on the project and Duration of the project. How did you ensure that timelines were met? Please include the name of the employer(s), your position / job title where you gained the experience indicated in your answer. If not applicable, list NA.
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Salary : $48 - $67
