Human Resources Director

Groveland; Groveland (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Groveland is seeking an experienced HR Director to lead the human resources functions and partner with city leadership to deliver services across recruitment, compensation, classification, training, and records management.

The role oversees benefits, workers’ compensation, policy development, labor relations, and compliance with employment laws; requires a Bachelor’s in HR or related field and a minimum of six years in managerial or director-level HR roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management or a closely related field.
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible managerial OR director level experience in personnel administration and labor relations.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages the development and delivery of human resources functions, including recruitment, compensation and classification, training and organizational development, employee relations, labor relations and performance management.
• Directs the administration of employee benefits and workers’ compensation programs.
• Develops and administers HR and safety/risk management policies and procedures.
• Oversees compliance with employment-related laws and guidelines and provides guidance to executives and department heads.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

HR systems

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS systems

Job description

The City of Groveland and its Police Department provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Contact Us

Human Resources
EEO Officer Phone: [phone]

• Plans directs and manages the development and delivery of human resources functions, including employee recruitment, compensation and classification, training and organizational development, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, employee recognitions and employee records management.
• Directs and manages the administration of the City’s employee benefits and workers’ compensation programs.
• Develops, recommends and implements human resources and safety/risk management policies and procedures.
• Provides in-house guidance to executive management, department heads, and other management as assigned. Provides information and assists supervisors in resolving employee and labor relations and work performance issues in accordance with policies, labor agreements, procedures and all pertinent laws and regulations.
• Directs the maintenance of personnel files, performance evaluations, records, statistics, reports and human resources information systems.
• Engages in labor and contract negotiations or assist and advises the City Manager in such negotiations and works with legal counsel in labor matters.
• Develop and administer training and development opportunities for City employees and supervisors.
• Develops short and long-range plans and oversees implementation of plans to ensure adherence to organizational standards, policy and procedures, and makes adjustments as needed.
• Prepares and administers the departmental budget, monitors and controls expenditures, and reviews and approves purchase requisitions and invoices.
• Oversee administrative matters such as conducting studies, reviewing or preparing Council agenda items, preparing routine or special reports.
• Reviews all existing human resources policies and benefits programs for effectiveness and makes recommendations for enhancement or modification as appropriate.
• Ensures compliance with employment-related laws and guidelines and affords related training for personnel. Works with legal counsel to address employee grievances and other legally sensitive personnel matters.
• Supervises department staff, including selecting or recommending selection, establishing staffing standards, organizing training, assigning and evaluating work, coaching and counseling, discipline up to and including termination, and preparing periodic employee performance evaluations.
• Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints regarding personnel and benefits policies and procedures.
• Prepares and/or directs the preparation of various reports, presentations, recommendations and other documents as required by the city, state, federal and/or other agency.
• Conducts staff, committee and other meetings and conferences. Prepares and makes oral and written presentations to exchange information, including presentations to the City Council. Attend City Council meetings as needed.
• Attend training, seminars and conferences, and conducts research to stay abreast of legislation and trends in human resource, benefits and safety/risk management and administration.
• Complies with Florida’s open meeting and public records laws.
• Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines that address conflict of interest and code of ethics for government employees.
• Meets the attendance requirements of the full-time position, which is an essential job function, including being physically present at City Hall to perform the required duties, to supervise employees, and be available to timely respond to questions.
• Daily, ability to work extended 8+ hours days.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources management or a closely related field.
• Master’s degree in human resources management and or public administration is preferred.
• Six (6) years of progressively responsible managerial OR director level experience in personnel administration and labor relations.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, provided that the education and experience is in a relevant and related field.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license. Applicants who possess a valid out of state driver’s license must obtain the Florida license within ten (10) days of employment.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred, not required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Management/leadership experience.
• Skill in supervising professional and clerical personnel.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of office procedures and equipment including computers and financial application software, including Microsoft Office professional, including Word and Excel.
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing, at a level appropriate for the position, including the development of accounting policy and procedure manuals.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relations with the City Council, City Manager, City Department Heads, City staff and the public.
• Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office professional, including Word and Excel.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license. Applicants who possess a valid out of state driver’s license must obtain the Florida license within ten (10) days of employment.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP preferred, not required.

Special Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Management/leadership experience.
• Skill in supervising professional and clerical personnel.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledge of office procedures and equipment including computers and financial application software, including Microsoft Office professional, including Word and Excel.
• Skill in communicating effectively orally and in writing, at a level appropriate for the position, including the development of accounting policy and procedure manuals.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relations with the City Council, City Manager, City Department Heads, City staff and the public.
• Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks seamlessly with excellent attention to detail.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.
• Experience with Microsoft Office professional, including Word and Excel.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing or crouching on narrow or slippery surfaces.
• Dexterity: Primarily with fingers, as in picking, pinching, or typing.
• Grasping: Applying pressure with the whole hand.
• Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.
• Hearing: Ability to hear and understand at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
• Mental Acuity: Ability to make rational decisions.
• Reaching: Ability to extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
• Speaking / Talking: Ability to communicate clearly, accurately and concisely through speech.
• Sitting: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Visual Acuity: Ability to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; and/or extensive reading, operating motor vehicles; including color, depth perception, and field vision.
• Walking: Ability to move on foot for long or short distances.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Works primarily in an office setting with standard office equipment (computers, printers, calculators, etc.).
• Works a standard Monday-Friday schedule.
• Interacts with colleagues, customers, and management in a professional manner.