Human Resources Director

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined pension plan

Paid leave and holidays

Health insurance eligibility

Job summary

State of Missouri's Central Office in Jefferson City seeks a Human Resources Director to lead compensation, employment, employee development, and HR services statewide. The role directs policy development, budget oversight, and coordination of initiatives across seven districts, serving as a change agent for the department.

You will guide staff, provide policy interpretation, and counsel department management on disciplinary measures, performance, and HR issues, while collaborating with MoDOT

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR management or related field.
• Over nine years of progressively responsible HR experience, including at least six years supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Provides professional human resources advice and counsel to senior management personnel in districts/divisions/offices and the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission as needed.
• Provides leadership in developing and delivering employee development programs, including employee training, succession planning, employee mentoring/coaching, on the job training, and performance management.
• Provides leadership in developing and delivering human resources policies and programs, including recruitment, personnel policies, compensation, human resources research, employee rewards and discipline, and general human resources administration.
• Represents the department’s director or director’s management team in human resources matters.
• Represents the department at external meetings such as the Administrative Subcommittee on Personnel and Human Resources on the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials.

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources management, personnel management, or related field

Job description

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location

Central Office, 601 West Main B, Jefferson City, MO

Why You’ll Love This Position

MoDOT is a non‑partisan state agency governed by the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC); a constitutional bi‑partisan commission appointed by the Governor consisting of high‑profile business and civic leaders. MoDOT is responsible for the major transportation mode alternatives available to Missourians.

Reporting Relationship

The Human Resources Director (HR Director) reports to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) of MoDOT. This highly responsible position leads the human resources division within the organization, including direct and indirect reports consisting of employees at the Central Office in Jefferson City and employees located in seven districts around the state.

Position Summary

The HR Director is responsible for planning and direction for the compensation, employment, employee development, and human resources services teams, including development and implementation of statewide projects and initiatives. The HR Director sets strategic direction, serving as a change agent and champion on numerous issues impacting the department; prepares the division business and work plans; and provides guidance and counseling to human resources managers and department management regarding disciplinary measures, policy, interpretation and application, and other complex human resources issues. The HR Director provides oversight of division and department organizational performance measures and coordinates ongoing analysis to ensure alignment of division activities with the department’s strategic objectives. The HR Director oversees the development and administration of human resources policies, policy changes, and new initiatives; represents the division and the department at various internal or external meetings and conferences; prepares and monitors the division budget and approves expenditures; directs and manages contractual agreements; and assists staff attorneys with employment litigation and complaints.

What You’ll Do

• Provides professional human resources advice and counsel to senior management personnel in districts/divisions/offices and the Missouri Highway and Transportation Commission as needed.
• Provides leadership in developing and delivering employee development programs, including employee training, succession planning, employee mentoring/coaching, on the job training, and performance management.
• Provides leadership in developing and delivering human resources policies and programs, including recruitment, personnel policies, compensation, human resources research, employee rewards and discipline, and general human resources administration.
• Represents the department’s director or director’s management team in human resources matters.
• Represents the department at external meetings such as the Administrative Subcommittee on Personnel and Human Resources on the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management, personnel management, or related field.
• Over nine years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including at least six years of supervisory experience.

Special Working Conditions

• Job requires regular, statewide, overnight travel.

More Reasons To Love This Position

• defined pension plan
• generous amounts of leave and holiday time
• eligibility for health insurance coverage

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At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open‑minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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