Human Resources Manager Lake County

Fremont Economic Development Corporation; Leadville (CO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Colorado is seeking a Human Resources Manager to provide HR support across departments. The role involves talent acquisition, compliance management, and developing employee programs. Candidates should have a degree in HR or related fields and significant HR management experience.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR management experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Colorado labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Partners with leadership to execute HR strategy.
• Manages talent acquisition process.
• Maintains compliance with employment laws.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Leadership

Education

Degree in Business Administration

Degree in Human Resource Management

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

HRIS

Job description

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for applying business knowledge and human resource expertise. Position will provide a wide range of HR support and guidance to each department of the County. Potential hybrid work schedule. Successful candidates must possess the ability to play a key role in the success of the organization by offering guidance on recruitment, separations, performance management, professional development, employee relations, and HR best practices while facilitating a positive relationship between personnel and senior management.

General Duties & Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions:

1. Partners with the leadership team to understand and execute the organization's human resource and talent strategy, particularly as it relates to current and future talent needs, recruiting, retention, and succession planning.
2. Provides support and guidance to HR staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodations, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and terminations.
3. Manages the talent acquisition process, including recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of qualified candidates, particularly for managerial, exempt, and professional roles; collaborates with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for openings.
4. Analyzes trends in compensation and benefits; researches and proposes competitive base and incentive pay programs to attract and retain top talent.
5. Creates learning and development programs and initiatives that provide internal development opportunities for employees.
6. Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
7. Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.
8. Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervises the HR Specialist.

Requirements

1. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in business administration, human resource management, or related experience; or a minimum of 5 years of human resources management experience in areas such as training, personnel, benefits, workers compensation, safety, recruitment, record-keeping processes, compensation, and federal and state labor law.
2. Ability to learn and apply Human Resource Department policies and procedures and make appropriate decisions in a human resource setting;
3. Comprehensive knowledge of Colorado labor laws and human resources trends and best practices
4. Ability to follow-through on projects; report status of ongoing projects to the County Manager and the BOCC as appropriate on a timely basis to ensure timelines are met and staff are informed;
5. Ability to use time efficiently and effectively to complete tasks, projects, or assignments and office procedures and practices.
6. Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately both verbally and in writing; excellent writing and speaking skills;
7. Ability to maintain composure under stressful circumstances;
8. Ability and commitment to support the County leadership goals, objectives, and organizational needs;
9. Demonstrate efficient and thorough work on a consistent basis;
10. Ability to review and analyze information and formulate logical recommendations;
11. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints;
12. Ability to make sound decisions and exercise accurate judgment;
13. Ability to provide appropriate feedback and recognition to staff;
14. Professionalism and the ability to be discreet with confidential and sensitive issues;
15. Ability to identify and resolve problems efficiently and effectively;
16. Ability to take the initiative to complete additional work assignments or projects without being asked;
17. Strong verbal communication, written communication, and organizational skills;
18. Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, general database reporting, and HRIS;
19. Travel to conferences within and outside of Colorado may be required;
20. Proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.

Benefits

Lake County offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, and more. Part-time employees are also eligible for paid sick time off and flexible schedules.

EEO Statement

Lake County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. Accommodation during the application process is available upon request.

Work Authorization & Emergency Responsibilities

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. All employees may be required to work as Disaster Service Workers during emergencies and will attend relevant trainings.

Other Duties & Application Duration

This job description is not exhaustive; duties may change. The application process typically takes 4-6 weeks. Additional tasks may be assigned as needed.