Director of Human Resources and Safety

City of Neenah Mission: “We strengthen our community by building on the past, owning the present, and stewarding the future together.”

City of Neenah Core Values:-

• Pursue Growth-Individual development positively influences the community.
• Encourage Innovation-Anticipate change. Embrace creativity and inspire ideas.
• Cultivate Collaborative Relationships-Succeed by fostering mutual respect as we grow and work together.
• Engage with Our Community-Acknowledge people. Hear people. Include people.

Position Overview:

The City of Neenah, Wisconsin is currently accepting applications for the Director of Human Resources and Safety. The Neenah Human Resources Department serves 250 employees, in a community of about 27,000. The City is seeking a progressive, energetic leader with proven success in Human Resources management, excellent communication skills, and a focus on continuous improvement. The purpose of this position is to develop, administer, and coordinate Human Resources and Safety functions for the City. Areas of responsibility include; recruitment and selection, benefit administration, compensation, labor relations, safety programs, worker’s compensation, employee development, and policy development. This is a Department-Head level position, responsible for the direct supervision of the HR & Safety Assistant and HR Recruitment and Retention Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities:

• Creates and manages compensation system for employees. Recommends plan design, plan movement, annual wage increases, and the corresponding rules and policies of the plan.
• Develops, interprets and administers personnel policies adopted by the Common Council, and establishes procedures consistent with such policies.
• Responsible for benefit administration including making recommendations on benefit designs and carriers. Monitors trends to keep benefits competitive, yet cost effective.
• Maintains the City’s performance evaluation system and facilitates the annual performance review process.
• Conducts internal investigations for discipline and fitness for duty and recommends / administers employee discipline.
• Serves as a member of the City’s labor relations team, responsible for negotiating union contracts.
• Creates employment policies and ensures compliance with all human resources laws and regulations including equal opportunity, FLSA, FMLA, ADA, etc.
• Supervises the development, implementation, coordination and maintenance of the City’s comprehensive Safety Programs. Participates with SAFE team, and handles safety budgeting.
• Please see the comprehensive list of duties on the Job Description by searching the job title at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/neenahwi/classspecs

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degrees or above in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or a related field
• Six-year’s supervisory experience in Human Resources
• Municipal government experience preferred, not required
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred
• Valid Driver’s License

Salary and Benefits:

• Full Salary Range: $97,168.50-$138,898.50 with an expected hiring range of $97,168.50- $116,200.50 depending on qualifications. .
• The City of Neenah offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Health, dental, and life insurance.
  • Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS).
  • Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation.

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit an online application, cover letter, three references, and resume as soon as possible. This position will remain open until filled. Application review will begin on January 14. Phone screenings for qualified applicants are scheduled for January 16, followed by in-person interviews on January 20.

Supplemental Information:

The City of Neenah is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.