Description

JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Town Manager, this classification maintains the highest level of confidentiality in managing personnel matters and records. Plans, organizes, and directs the activities, operations, and staff of the Human Resources Department. Provides oversight of all Human Resources Department and Risk Management functions, including equal employment opportunity; employee relations; recruitment, skills assessment, and selection; policy administration; classifications and compensation; employee benefits administration; occupational safety; organizational development and training; and labor law compliance. Conducts on-going research for personnel, best practices; coordinates activities and serves as a resource for internal and external customers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it. Employees are responsible for all other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities are subject to change as the needs of the Town and requirements of the position change.

• Plans, organizes and directs the activities of staff including recruitment, classification, benefits, performance management, job descriptions, policies and procedures, and statistical reporting. Conducts new employee orientation.
• Manages and maintains the job classification system by classifying new positions or reclassifying current positions; reviews market data and researches best practices for compensation plans and makes recommendations to the Town Manager. Oversees performance management system, conducts research and makes recommendations to the Town Manager on best practice and application.
• Researches and recommends changes to benefit package to secure the best possible product at the lowest price for employees.
• Facilitates Request for Proposals and contracts for benefit providers. Communicate with employees regarding the specifics of each benefit option.
• Maintains all benefit records.
• Advises and assists employees, supervisors, and directors in personnel matters by interpreting and applying human resources policies, processing grievances, and conducting investigations. Communicates with all Town employees to maintain a productive workforce.
• Assist in maintaining effective working relationships.
• Oversees the administration of the Town’s deferred compensation program and state retirement plans.
• Ensures Town compliance with all state and federal regulations related to human resources management. Maintains knowledge of current Human Resources legislation and ensures Town’s compliance with relevant laws.
• Researches, recommends and coordinates Town wide supervisory and human resource training programs. Provides on-the-job training for human resources department staff.
• Coordinates the Town-wide volunteer program.
• Directly supervises the Risk Manager and provides oversight of comprehensive organization-wide risk management program including, but not limited to:
  - Insurance program administration (property, liability, workers' compensation)
  - Claims processing to include: investigation, management, and settlement
  - Loss prevention and workplace safety programs
  - Contract review for insurance and indemnification requirements
  - Coordination with insurance carriers, legal counsel, and risk management consultants
  - Workers' compensation administration and return-to-work programs
  - Safety Committee leadership and safety training coordination
  - Risk assessment and mitigation strategies
  - Ensuring Town policies and procedures comply with State, Federal and local laws related to safety and risk management
• Researches and implement wellness initiatives and coordinate employee health fairs.
• Develops and maintains confidential systems that provide proper documentation, evaluation, and control of personnel records. Maintains Personnel Policy Manual and makes recommendations to the Town Manager on policy and procedure changes.
• Gives presentations to the Town Council as required.
• Manage, supervise and monitor the work performance of the HR department including, but not limited to, evaluating program/work objectives and effectiveness, establishing broad organizational goals and realigning work and staffing assignments for the department.
• Supervise human resources department staff, conduct performance reviews and sets goals and objectives for the employee.
• Has responsibility for final approval of the department’s budgetary recommendations to the Town Manager.
• Monitors progress toward fiscal objectives and adjusts work programs as necessary to reach them.
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with department and/or Town policies and procedures.
• Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activity and conditions. Follows Town-wide safety policy and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the Town’s Health and Safety Manual.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to read court cases, budgets, policies, documents, and reports at a college level.
• Ability to perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division and to prepare statistics for budgets.
• Ability to write general correspondence, articles, letters, and reports at college level.

Ability to use copy machine, fax machine, general office supplies, computer, printer, calculator, telephone, DVD/TV, laminating machine, projector, vehicle, Standard Microsoft Windows and Office software, various Town specific software packages, and the Internet.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business or related field.
• Seven (7) years progressively responsible related experience including three (3) years supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of formal education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required within ten days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree.
• SPHR or equivalent certification.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Town of Sahuarita and the employee and is subject to change by the Town of Sahuarita as needed.

The Town of Sahuarita is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town of Sahuarita will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with a member of the Human Resources Department.

• Management’s vision is for all employees to embrace, support, and promote the Town’s values, beliefs, and culture, which include but are not limited to the following expected behaviors:
• High ethical standards
• Active participation in teamwork
• Strong safety principles and safety awareness
• Provide outstanding customer service to internal and external customers

THE TOWN OF SAHUARITA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, THE TOWN WILL PROVIDE REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS TO QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND ENCOURAGES BOTH PROSPECTIVE AND CURRENT EMPLOYEES TO DISCUSS POTENTIAL ACCOMMODATIONS WITH A MEMBER OF THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business or related field.
• Seven (7) years progressively responsible related experience including three (3) years supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of formal education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required within ten days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree.
• SPHR or equivalent certification.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the Town of Sahuarita and the employee and is subject to change by the Town of Sahuarita as needed.