HR Manager

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Training opportunities for CEU/continu

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services seeks a customer-service-minded Human Resources Manager to lead HR activities for one or more ODMHSAS facilities.

You will supervise an HR Business Partner and two Recruiters, guiding recruitment, employee relations, and personnel actions while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and agency policies. The role emphasizes discretion, effective communication, and a focus on employee service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of professional level experience in human resources management.
• Experience navigating state HR systems and policies.
• Knowledge of employment laws and civil service provisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR activities for ODMHSAS facilities and supervise the HR team.
• Advise facility and agency leadership on personnel matters and laws.
• Interpret and apply state and federal employment laws, rules, and policies.

Skills

HR practices

Workday

Customer service

Discretion / confidentiality

Organizational skills

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in HR or related field

Job description

Human Resources Manager

The Human Resources Department is seeking a customer-service-minded Human Resources Manager to lead and coordinate HR activities for one or more ODMHSAS facilities. This position will supervise a dedicated HR team consisting of an HR Business Partner and two Recruiters, providing leadership and direction across recruitment, employee relations, personnel actions, and other HR services. The ideal candidate is an organized, solutions-focused HR leader who communicates effectively, handles sensitive matters with discretion, and thrives in a fast-paced environment while providing excellent customer service to employees, applicants, and agency leadership. This position will advise facility and agency leadership on personnel matters, interpret and apply applicable state and federal employment laws, the Oklahoma Administrative Code, Civil Service Division provisions, policies, and procedures, and provide guidance on complex HR matters.

Job Type/Salary

• Application period: 9/21/2026 to 10/4/2026
• Full-time
• Vacancies: 1
• Annual Salary is $85,000.00
• Primary Working Hours are M-F; 8-5
• FLSA Status: Exempt

Preferred Qualifications And Experience

• Knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, the Oklahoma Administrative Code, Civil Service Division provisions, and other applicable personnel policies
• HR experience within the state system, including experience utilizing and navigating Workday
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and personnel matters
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgment
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, interpret applicable rules and laws, and resolve complex HR matters including recruitment and employee relations

Minimum Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and four years of professional level experience in human resources management
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

• Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license
• Applicants must be willing to work in-person in the OKC metro area

Benefit Highlights

ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include:

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
• Longevity Bonus for years of service
• Training opportunities for CEU requirements

Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.