City of Chattanooga · 3 days ago
Chief Human Resources Officer
101 East 11th Street, Chattanooga, TN, 37402, US
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$130K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expThe City of Chattanooga is seeking an experienced and innovative leader for the Department of Human Resources. The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) will oversee the administration of human resource functions, support the City’s mission, and drive transformative change within the organization.
Association
Responsibilities
Plans, develops, organizes, implements, directs and evaluates the City’s human resource function and performance
Participates in the development of the City’s plans and programs as a strategic partner and innovative leader, particularly from the perspective of the impact on people
Evaluates and advises on the impact of long-range planning of new programs/strategies and regulatory action as those items affect the attraction, motivation, development and retention of the people resources of the City
Develops staffing and recruitment strategies and programs to allow the City to embrace applicants and employees of all backgrounds; identify talent within and outside the organization for positions of responsibility; and permit the full development of all employees
Develops progressive and proactive compensation and benefits programs to provide motivation, incentives and rewards for effective performance
Develops human resource planning models to identify competency, knowledge and talent gaps and develop specific programs to fill the identified gaps
Areas of activity will include talent management through proper succession planning programs for key contributor and management positions, training and development programs to prepare employees for more significant responsibilities, and general business development programs to enhance employee knowledge and understanding of City government
Enhances and/or develops, implements and enforces HR policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operation and effectiveness of the organization
In particular, manages the human resource information systems database and provides necessary reports for critical analyses of the HR function and the people resources of the organization
Develops and oversees the organizational structure, the budget, and staffing of the Department of Human Resources, in coordination with the Chief of Staff. Advises the Chief of Staff, Mayor and City Council on key matters of employee and employment-related issues
Must meet regular attendance requirements
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of experience in roles of growing scope, responsibility, and demonstrable results in the talent management sector or a related field; or any combination of equivalent experience and education
Advanced degree in human resource management, public administration, or a related field may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to two years of the required 10 years of experience as described above
SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), IPMA-HR Senior Certified Professional (IPMA-SCP) or IPMA-HR Certified Professional (IPMA-CP) credential; or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment
A valid Driver's License
Extensive knowledge of leadership and management principles and advanced human resources program management principles and practices
Extensive knowledge of research and data analysis principles and practices
Considerable knowledge of automated human resource information systems
Comprehensive knowledge of applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Skilled in conducting and facilitating negotiations and mediations
Conducting investigations
Evaluating complex systems and efficiently formulating and implementing personnel methods, procedures, forms and records
Developing and managing budgets
Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals
Developing and analyzing service offerings and programs
Experience developing and communicating a shared vision for public service challenges, needs, and opportunities
A passion for employee-centered issues and desire to work with a mission-driven organization
Demonstrated ability to execute projects while balancing multiple and competing priorities on tight deadlines, all while providing continual attention to detail and quality
Politically astute with a proven track record of working effectively in partnership with City departments, elected officials, local, regional, and state governments, outside agencies, residents, and other key stakeholders to achieve goals and objectives
Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and manage organizational cultural change and development, comprehensively leading and energizing a diverse team
Highly effective communicator with maturity who demonstrates cultural competence, active listening, and responsiveness to the community, applicants, and employees
Company
City of Chattanooga
The City of Chattanooga is a large city located in the state of Tennessee.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Julia Bursch
Deputy Chief Operating Officer
Ryan Ewalt
Chief Operating Officer
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