CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (Human Resources Director) - Range 24 / EXE

Municipality of Anchorage; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Municipality of Anchorage seeks a Chief Human Resources Officer to lead HR functions and improve service delivery. This executive role requires extensive HR experience and a relevant degree. The position is full-time and located at City Hall, Anchorage.

Benefits

Health / Medical Benefits

Life Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Leave Plan

Employee Assistance Program

13 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 12 years of HR experience, 2 years in supervisory capacity.
• 10 years of HR experience with Bachelor's degree, 2 years in supervisory capacity.
• 8 years of HR experience with Master's degree, 2 years in supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Set direction for HR functions to meet public service needs.
• Drive process improvement in HR service delivery.
• Oversee Labor Relations, Recruitment, Benefits, Payroll, Classification, and Records.

Skills

Human Resources

Public Administration

Business Administration

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER (Human Resources Director) - Range 24 / EXE

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Job Information

Open to the general public and any current Municipal employee.

This is an executive position (no union affiliation) and serves at the pleasure of the Mayor of the Municipality of Anchorage.

DEPARTMENT: Human Resources

HOURS OF WORK: Monday through Friday; 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

LOCATION: City Hall, 632 W. 6th Ave

The starting salary for this position is approximately at the midpoint of the displayed range based on qualifying experience

To be considered for employment, applicants must be legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States. The Municipality of Anchorage is not able to provide any type of sponsorship, including Student Visas and Employment Visas, under any circumstances.

Example of Duties

Set direction and positive tone for primary Human Resources functions consistent with AMC 3.30 and direction of the Mayor (or Mayor's Designee, Chief Administrative Officer) to ensure that operating units have employees that can serve the needs of the public by delivering municipal services.

Position drives process improvement in Human Resources service delivery to meet need expressed by employees, directors, and executive administration. Primary Human Resources units include Labor Relations, Recruitment, Benefits, Payroll, Classification, and Records.

Minimum Qualifications / Substitutions / Preferences

Associate’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline, and twelve (12) years of Human Resources experience, two (2) years which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

OR

Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline, and ten (10) years of Human Resources experience, two (2) years which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

OR

Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline, and eight (8) years of Human Resources experience, two (2) years which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

All Applicants Must Possess And/or Obtain

• Valid State of Alaska Driver’s License at time of hire.
• Satisfactory background check which includes criminal, education, and employment history at time of hire.
  
  

Additional Important Information

Instructions To Applicants

• Submit a cover letter summarizing your qualifications for and interest in this position.
• Submit a comprehensive resume or curriculum vitae.
• Submit contact information for three professional references.
• Submit copy of transcripts for highest degree awarded.
• If you referenced any certifications or licenses on your resume, submit a copy.
• If active military service is on your resume, submit a DD Form 214.
• Submit a current copy of your driver's license and satisfactory driving records.
  
  

The Municipality of Anchorage participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify Program. For more information, please go tohttp://www.uscis.gov/E-verify.E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

If selected for hire, the appointment in this position will be conditional based upon a satisfactory Municipal Employment Office conducted Background Check. A Background Check encompasses criminal history, verifying education, and verifying dates of employment.

If selected for hire, appointment in this position will be conditional based upon the submission of a current copy of the applicant's Alaska Driver's License, and a current (dated within 30 days from date requested) copy of his/her Department of Motor Vehicle driving record, including a driving record from previous states, if the Alaska Driver's License was first issued within one year prior to application, documenting an acceptable driving history. The processing fee(s) are the responsibility of the selected applicant. For information on acceptable driving history, please refer to the MOA Driving Conviction Guidelines.(Download PDF reader)

All required certifications and/or licenses must remain current for the duration of employment.

Military Service Interview Preference

Veterans who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach to the application a copy of their DD Form 214, DD Form 256, NGB Form 22, or a letter from the US Department of Veterans Affairs, recognizing the person as a veteran. The attached documentation must show an honorable discharge or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

Individuals currently serving as a member in good standing in the National Guard or the organized military reserves who wish to be considered for interview preference, as permitted in Municipal Personnel Rules 3.30.031 D, must attach proof of current service to the application. Proof of current service can be shown by submission of a statement of service which, at a minimum, shows the full name, date of birth, Social Security Number, date service began, branch of service, rank, name of command providing the information, and unit of assignment. The statement of service must be on a form or letterhead of the individual’s command organization, and shows the name, signature, title, and contact information of the signer providing the statement of service. The minimum qualifications of the position must be met for preference consideration.

The Municipality of Anchorage is an Employer of National Service. Please be sure to include any volunteer work with AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, or other national service programs on your application in the work history portion.

Application Process

Once an applicant selects on the "Apply" link underneath the header section of a vacancy announcement, they will be directed to thewww.GovernmentJobs.comwebsite to log into their existing account (or to create an account) of their application profile. Applicants will create or review their profile, make any updates necessary, and submit their application from their personal account. NOTE: The GovernmentJobs website and applicant's profile accounts are not administered by the Municipality of Anchorage. For technical assistance or customer service regarding an account profile, applicants may contact the GovernmentJobs customer support line at 1-855-524-5627.

For general questions regarding Municipal vacancy announcements or the employment process with the Municipality of Anchorage, applicants may contact the Human Resources Department at 907-343-4442 during regular business hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Alaska Standard Time.

The MOA is an EO and AA Employer and complies with Title I of the ADA.

For information regarding requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Municipality of Anchorage ADA Coordinator at 907-343-4571.

The Municipality of Anchorage (MOA) offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees that may include:

Health / Medical Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Audio
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts – Health and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Accounts
  
  

Retirement:

• State of Alaska Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) Program
• 401(k) and 457 Savings Plans
  
  

Employer Paid Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Leave Plan
• 13 Paid Holidays
  
  

For an overview of our medical benefit package go to http://www.muni.org/Departments/employee_relations/Pages/BenefitsSummaries.aspx

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In order to be considered, applicants must provide accurate and complete education and work history information in its entirety. The referenced information listed on the online application will be used to determine the applicant's qualifications toward meeting the minimum requirements for the position (e.g., if you list that you have 6 years of experience in a certain field, that experience must be easily identifiable on the 'Work Experience' section of your application).

Attaching a resume is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume" or any similar comment on any portion of your application may lead to you being disqualified for the position.

If the experience you reference in the below questions is not clearly included and described in your Work History section, your application will be considered not qualified for this position and you may be removed from consideration.

Do you understand, in order to be considered for this position, accurate and complete education and work history information must be provided?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Are you legally authorized to work and accept employment in the United States?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

What is your highest level of completed education as it relates to this position?

• Associate’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline
• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline
• Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related discipline
  
  

04

How many years of Human Resources work experience do you have?

• Less than 8 years
• 8 years, but less than 10 years
• 10 years, but less than 12 years
• 12 years or more
  
  

05

Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response.

Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

06

Do you currently possess a valid State of Alaska Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain one by time of hire?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

How many years of supervisory or administrative (executive management/administration level) experience do you have within human resources?

• Less than 2 years
• 2 years or more
  
  

08

Describe the experience you referenced for the above question and indicate which position(s) in your application's Work History supports your response.

Noting "see resume", "N/A", or a similar comment may result in you being removed from consideration for this position.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Executive

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Government Relations Services

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