Human Resources Director

Tazewell County, Illinois is seeking an experienced, highly motivated and collaborative individual to serve as the Human Resources Director.

Under the direct supervision and direction of the County Administrator, the Human Resources Director manages, plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Human Resources Department. This position works closely with appointed and elected officials as well as employees to carry out the County's personnel and other Human Resources policies and procedures. They assist with policy development and conducts Human Resources activities related to employment compensation, labor relations, benefits, training, and employee services. They also assist with and provide financial analysis for a variety of Human Resources functions. This position is a full-time exempt position with a salary range of $83,123 to $100,000 annually.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidentiality due to the sensitive and confidential issues handled by the County Board and County Administration.
• Assists the County Administrator is negotiating seven (7) collective bargaining agreements, mediation, and arbitration hearings. Also assists in revolving labor disputes and grievances as well as assists with the preparation of strategies and wage analysis for negotiation purposes.
• Oversees employee benefit programs by directing the administration of the IMRF pension plan, group health insurance, life and other insurance plans, flexible spending, worker's compensation, COBRA, HIPAA, and FMLA.
• Oversees and manages matters regarding unemployment claims.
• Oversees and manages matters regarding employment verification.
• Oversees and manages matters regarding OSHA and required reporting.
• Oversees and manages all accident investigations, reporting, and associated training.
• Oversees and manages annual sexual harassment training as required by the State of Illinois.
• Analyzes existing benefit policies and practices and recommends changes to the County Administrator.
• Notifies employees of changes in benefit programs.
• Assist employees with any issues regarding health benefits.
• Participates in the bid process for employee health coverage and the selection of vendors, brokers, and third-party administrators.
• Works with the vendor in the implementation of the County's summary plan description.
• Assists with the projected costs for employee and employer contributions and the projected revenue and expenses related to the Health Internal Service Fund.
• Oversees the coordination of the Annual Health Fair and Flu Shot Clinic with the Health Department and the Wellness Provider.
• Supervises the work of the HR Generalist providing direction, assigning work, evaluating performance, and approving time off.
• Oversees the County's employee orientation program, including a thorough explanation of wages, benefits, and working conditions, as well as policies and procedures applicable to the particular employee.
• Assists Elected and Appointed Officials in the disciplinary process.
• Oversees the County's termination process assisting Elected and Appointed Officials with documenting, investigating and offering recommendation for employee terminations. Ensuring coordination of communication between the Elected or Appointed Official, HR Generalist and Payroll Department when an employee is terminated.
• Develops and recommends personnel policies and procedures to County Administration, communicates any suggested changes to the Assistant States Attorney as well as the Elected and Appointed Officials to obtain their buy-in prior to submission to the HR Committee. Ensures all approved revisions are completed and employees are notified.
• Oversees the investigation of employee relation issues such as employee complaints, harassment allegations, and civil rights complaints and keeps the County Administrator apprised of all situations.
• Keeps abreast of laws affecting public personnel, labor relations, payroll/taxes, employee benefits, workers compensation, family medical leave, etc. Provides recommendations to existing operations based on new information.
• Assists with the preparation of the Human Resources, Risk Management, and Health Internal Services budgets.
• Arranges resolutions for representation and participates in management meeting and committee meetings.
• Attends meetings and seminars related to employment law, workers compensation, health insurance, liability insurance, and other human resource related topics.
• Responsible for the maintenance of the list of approved positions and associated salary grade levels and ensuring all job descriptions are updated to reflect the most recent position evaluation.
• Manages and oversee job board database system.
• Manage payment of benefit vendors and services.
• Manage and oversee first aid kits and AEDs in all facilities except the Sheriff's Office and the Health Department.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with the County employees, Elected and Appointed Officials, vendors, the general public, and other government agencies.
• Oversees and manages the preparation of the 1095 (Affordable Care Act) filings and distribution to employees.
• Works with the County's legal counsel on legal issues, lawsuits, complaints and/or compliance issues as required while keeping the County Administrator informed of all issues. Works with the County Administrator, and others as necessary, to formulate responses and policies to improve loss control and risk management efforts.
• Oversees the Safety Committee and makes recommendations to the County Administrator regarding trainings or changes necessary to ensure the safety of all employees and the public.
• Communicates with employees and management about various human resource policies, procedures, laws and other government regulations.
• Assist Elected and Appointed Officials in new approaches, policies and procedures to continually improve employment practices within the County operations.
• Assists with development of compensation strategy for non-union employees and provides financial analysis of various strategies.
• Assist HR Generalist, if needed.
• Perform other assigned tasks as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Management or related field from an accredited college
• At least five (5) years' experience in the Human Resources field
• Experience in multiple facets of Human Resources management including policy development, risk management, self-insured benefits programs, labor relations, and employment law
• Experience working in the public sector desired
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP and/or SPHR certification desired

How to Apply

We do not sponsor foreign nationals for immigration purposes. Applications should not be submitted if an immigration sponsorship will be required either now or in the future. Only United States Permanent Residents or Citizens will be considered.

We offer an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, FSA, paid holidays, personal days, sick days, vacation, and retirement. If you are interested in this position, please submit a resume.

Tazewell County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE - race/color/religion/sex/Sexual orientation/gender identity/national origin/disability

Salary : $83,123 - $100,000