Director of Human Resources

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision of the Town Manager, this position performs professional and administrative duties in the areas of Human Resources, Risk Management, and Safety for the Town of Smithfield. This position identifies opportunities to integrate Human Resources programs, policies, and procedures with the direction and goals of the Town of Smithfield.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists and advises the Town Manager and other members of the Leadership Team on all human resources, risk, and safety matters.
• Manages the recruitment and selection process for the Town of Smithfield.
• Conducts new hire orientation for all new employees to include safety and risk management topics.
• Maintains all personnel and confidential/medical files.
• Maintains and updates job descriptions as well as the Town’s pay and classification system.
• Manages all aspects of the performance management process.
• Plans and manages the Town’s employee benefits programs to include annual renewals, open enrollment, and assisting employees with benefit-related concerns.
• Administers the Town’s Workers’ Compensation program.
• Process and administers the Town’s Property & Liability claims.
• Develops, delivers, and/or coordinates employee relations and safety training for the Town.
• Maintains responsibility for the Town’s personnel manual to include development and revision of policies and makes recommendations to Town Council. Provides guidance to leadership on said personnel policies.
• Interprets and ensures compliance with all applicable federal and state safety regulations.
• Oversees OSHA compliance for the Town.
• Interprets and ensures compliance with all applicable human resources related regulations to include FLMA, FLSA, EEO;
• Assists with preparation of proposals, specifications, and contracts for personnel related services.
• Serves as the risk management coordinator for the town, ensuring compliance with risk management guidelines as defined by insurance carrier;
• Oversees the Town’s Safety Committee.
• Manages the Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) insurance policy.
• Manages special projects assigned by the Town Manager; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK:

• Bachelor’s Degree in human resource management, human/social science, or related field;
• Possession of PHR, SPHR, IPMA-CP certification preferred, but not required;
• Must possess extensive experience in human resources management as a generalist or in three or more specialized areas;
• Experience in OSHA safety standards and risk management principles preferred;
• Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills required
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with co-workers;
• Must be able to work independently, under pressure to meet deadlines;
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience.
• Background check and drug screen required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

· Knowledge of public personnel methods and techniques including position classification and employee relations techniques for public agencies;

• Knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to Equal Employment Opportunity, FMLA, ADA, and FLSA;
• Knowledge of union organizations as well as union free employee relations programs;
• Knowledge of public administration;
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision;
• Knowledge of governmental organization and the types, essential aspects, and educational training requirements of a wide variety of positions common to public organizations;
• Knowledge of statistical concepts and methods used in examination processes and in pay studies;
• Knowledge of Town ordinances, policies, and procedures;
• Knowledge of modern office practices and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other similar programs);
• Skill in planning and organizing work;
• Skill in utilizing such office equipment as a calculator, typewriter, facsimile machine, and copier;
• Skill in interpersonal relations;
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• Skill in the use small office equipment, including copy machines or multi-line telephone systems;
• Skill in using computers for data entry, word processing, and/or accounting purposes;
• Skill in clarifying authority, responsibilities, and expectations;
• Skill in aligning team goals with those of the organization;
• Skill in empowering others to improve service delivery strategies;

· Ability to complete assigned work within established deadlines in accordance with directives, policies, standards, and prescribed procedures;

· Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines;

· Ability to work independently;

• Ability to meet regular attendance requirements;

· Ability to maintain the professional expertise required to perform the job effectively;

· Ability to make timely and sound decisions;

· Ability to adhere to all established safety standards and ensure such standards are not violated;

• Ability to analyze difficult personnel problems and make sound recommendations;
• Ability to effectively express ideas clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing;
• Ability to organize and communicate effectively; and

· Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with Town officials, fellow employees, and the general public.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

This is a moderately sedentary role; however, some walking, filing, lifting, pushing, or pulling is required. This would require the ability to lift/push/pull objects, and bend or stand as necessary. The amount of weight to lift, push or pull would not exceed 20 pounds.

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate depths. Some tasks require visual perception and discrimination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Tasks are regularly performed with limited exposure to adverse environmental conditions; however occasionally, this position may risk exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as weather, noise and traffic hazards.

To apply visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/smithfieldtownofva.

Pay: $89,083.72 - $118,035.93 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person