City of Pueblo Civil Service Office · 1 day ago
Director of Human Resources
Pueblo, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$133K/yr - $162K/yr
7+ years expThe City of Pueblo is seeking a Director of Human Resources to oversee all human resources activities for the City and Pueblo Transit. The role involves managing HR functions such as employee relations, labor relations, recruitment, benefits administration, and compliance with employment laws.
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Responsibilities
Administers and directs the HR Department
Prepares, develops, and monitors the department budget
Prepares and recommends rules and revisions to carry out the provisions of the City Charter including Ordinance preparation and development
Develops and recommends personnel policies to the Mayor for promulgation
Interprets and effectively carries out all personnel policies and rules adopted by the City Council
Prepares and maintains a uniform pay schedule in the classified service, subject to approval by the Mayor and the City Council; conducts salary surveys and relates pay grades directly to the position classification plan for the classified service
Maintains/revises the City’s classification plan; performs position audits; and classifies positions in the classified service
Subject to approval of the Mayor, appoints HR Department employees and such experts and special assistants as may be authorized and necessary in accordance with the Charter and City ordinances
Supervises professional, paraprofessional and administrative support staff administering and coordinating training and development, recruitment and employment processes, classification, compensation, retirement, and health benefits
Continuously studies, in collaboration with Finance, pension benefits/costs and provides for actuarial studies of costs of such plans, and reports their findings
Administers Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity programs, responses to charges with outside agencies, mediations, and arbitration and hearing preparation
Coordinates with a third-party workers compensation administrator
Administers the City’s Employee Assistance Program
Supports City administration in negotiations preparation and participation in City contract negotiations
Performs contract administration
Encourages and exercises leadership in the development of effective personnel administration within the departments and agencies of the City including workforce planning and development and employment relations
Fosters and develops, in cooperation with supervisors, department and agency heads and others, programs for the improvement of employee effectiveness, retention, and satisfaction, including but not limited to regular surveying, training, education, career and occupational development, safety, health, counseling and welfare of employees, for better proficiency in operation of the City government
Establishes and maintains Human Resources related records and statistical data of each employee and is the custodian of Human Resource Files
Establishes and maintains any forms and procedures as may be necessary to properly operate the department and to monitor and control personnel transactions
Acts as Administrative Liaison for the City of Pueblo’s Employee Health Clinic
Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to the Mayor
Provides an annual report to the Mayor regarding the activities of the department and special reports that may be considered desirable, or may be requested by the Mayor
Performs other duties as may be required by the City Charter, Pueblo Municipal Code or the Mayor
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or higher education from an accredited college or university with coursework in management, public administration, human resources, or a related field
At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources
At least five (5) years of experience in a senior level position within a municipal government
A valid driver's license at the time of application, and a valid Colorado driver's license within 30 days of employment
License restrictions that may hinder your ability to drive on City business, such as an interlock, will be cause for disqualification
During the course of employment, a valid license must be maintained, and the employee must notify the City immediately upon changes to the status of their license
Requires a strong knowledge of Human Resources including employment, employee relations, benefits, workers' compensation, government regulations, and employment law
Skill and ability to supervise and perform the above listed duties and responsibilities
Must have the ability to work well with management, employees, and union representatives
Strong communications skills both written and verbal including the ability to make public presentations, respond to questions from elected representatives, testify in arbitrations, and explain policies and procedures to a variety of individuals
Must have strong knowledge of the legal framework of Human Resources, and be able to develop policies and procedures in accordance
Must be able to advise the Mayor, Department Heads and supervisors regarding issues related to Human Resources
Should have knowledge of modern human resources information systems
Skill and ability to work with and negotiate with multiple bargaining units
Must have a highly developed sense of work ethics
Must be able to work successfully with and provide good customer service to supervisors, other City employees, the public and other agencies and organizations
Must be able to perform all the job duties in a safe manner
Preferred
A master's degree in Public or Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or related area
Experience in a unionized environment
PHR or SPHR certification or equivalent
Familiarity with Civil Service Functions
Benefits
Comprehensive and affordable benefit plans for medical, dental, vision, life insurance and a variety of other optional products to meet your health and wellness needs.
Paid leave and time off are provided for vacation, sick, holidays (10), personal days (2), FMLA, funeral and injury leave.
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides important employee support services.
The City offers opportunities for professional growth with annual salary increases and potential promotional opportunities and lateral movement within the City.
Many employees also enjoy benefits such as step-up pay, overtime, bilingual pay, longevity pay, and more.
Company
City of Pueblo Civil Service Office
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