Human Resources Manager

Town of Mansfield/Mansfield Board of Education, CT; Storrs (CT); On-site; USD 85,193 - 110,771; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Mansfield, Connecticut invites applications for the Human Resources Manager. You will lead the HR function, supervise staff, and coordinate benefits, payroll, recruitment, compensation, policy development, and labor relations across partner agencies.

Required is a bachelor's degree in HR/public admin and at least five years’ progressive HR experience, with supervisory and public-sector work preferred. The Town is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or public administration required.
• Minimum five years of progressively responsible HR experience.
• Supervisory experience highly desirable; public-sector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Human Resources Department and supervise HR staff.
• Oversee employee benefits administration, payroll, recruitment, and classification/compensation.
• Develop and implement HR policies and labor relations strategies.
• Coordinate with partner agencies and boards of education.
• Support risk management and training and development initiatives.

Skills

HR leadership

Labor relations

Benefits administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Public Administration

Job description

TOWN OF MANSFIELD
Position Announcement
Human Resources Manager

The Opportunity

The Town of Mansfield, Connecticut ( www.mansfieldct.gov ) is seeking a Human Resources Manager.This position performs highly complex professional and administrative work for the Human Resources Department.This position performs, plans and organizes work related to Human Resources functions such as: employee benefits administration; classification and compensation; payroll; employee training and development; labor relations; policy development and compliance; recruitment and retention of employees; and risk management.This position supervises Human Resources personnel, and interfaces with key stakeholders at the various supported partner agencies and boards of education. This position reports to the Chief of Shared Services and Administration who serves in the capacity of Human Resources Director.

About Us

The Town of Mansfield's Human Resources Department is responsiblefor the establishment and maintenance of its comprehensive human resources program for the Town, in accordance with merit principles, relevant state and federal requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and best practices. The Town's Human Resources Department coordinates employee benefits plan administration for the Mansfield Board of Education and Regional School District #19, and several other agencies. The Department also provides recruitment and retention, classification and compensation, and other HR duties for the Eastern Highlands Health District and the Mansfield Downtown Partnership.

Mansfield, with a population of approximately 26,000, is located in the Northeastern portion of the state, better known as Connecticut's Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor.Home to the University of Connecticut, Mansfield offers the unique blend of urban (Downtown Storrs - www.mansfieldmdp.org ), suburban, and rural living in a university setting. Mansfield has a variety of cultural and educational offerings, as well as an abundance of natural resources ideal for activities such as hiking, cycling, and kayaking. Mansfield is a Council-Manager form of government, with the Town Manager serving as the Chief Executive Officer responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Town.

Work Schedule & Location

This position is 35 hours per week. The selected candidate will normally work four consecutive days, Mondays-Thursdays. Occasional evening work is required to support departmental programming and operational needs.

The work location is the Audrey Beck Municipal Building, 4 South Eagleville Road, Mansfield, CT 06268.

Compensation

The annual salary range is $85,193-$110,771/yr. The hiring rate of pay will depend upon the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. The Town of Mansfield provides an extremely competitive benefits package. Mansfield participates in the Connecticut Municipal Retirement System (CMERS), a defined pension plan, a variety of other benefits such as medical, vision, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, tuition assistance, paid vacation and holidays.

Training and Experience

Graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, public administration, or related field and 5 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources administration, with supervisory experience. Consideration may be given to equivalent experience, education, and training. Experience working in the public sector and with labor unions is highly desirable.

The Town of Mansfield is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider with a deep commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion and welcoming in its workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town when necessary.