Employees in this class manage multiple human resources functions and/or people in a medium to large agency.
Employees in this class may serve as the senior human resources employee (Human Resources Director) in medium to large agencies or as the Assistant Human Resources Director in the largest agencies. The classification of the senior human resources position in the agency is also determined by factors such as the complexity of the human resources issues, the number and classifications of other human resources staff and the agency’s organizational structure as a whole.
Directs the implementation of a comprehensive human resources program by managing such functional areas as recruitment and employment, classification and compensation, employee/employer relations, Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA), training and development, benefits, human resources transactions and records. Forecasts human resources needs and advises the agency director and the executive management staff of human resources needs. Makes recommendations regarding human resources planning. Assists in developing agency-wide policies and in strategic planning. Investigates employee grievances and recommends appropriate action. Directs a comprehensive classification and compensation program. Directs the establishment of procedures for screening applications and interviewing applicants. Advises managers in hiring decisions and reviews salary offers to ensure compliance with pay policies. Directs the communication and delivery of benefits programs, including health care insurance, retirement systems, disability insurance, group life insurance, deferred compensation and other tax-sheltered annuities. Directs a human resources transactions program which includes classified, unclassified and temporary employees. Liaises with State Human Resources Consultants as required to determine the appropriate resolution to human resources requests and issues. Directs the development and implementation of the EEO/AA plan, including policy statements, minority recruiting programs, selection procedures and records maintenance. Directs employee training and development. Identifies training needs based on consultation with supervisors and managers. Schedules training based on available resources and coordinates appropriate administrative details. Provides input in the development of the agency's personal services budget.
Knowledge of principles and practices of human resources management. Knowledge of human resources policies and procedures and of agency policies and procedures. Knowledge of federal laws and state regulations affecting human resources management. Knowledge of management and organizational concepts. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to analyze needs and resources and to recommend and communicate solutions effectively. Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting a variety of policies and procedures. Ability to direct and advise technical staff members.
A bachelor’s degree and relevant human resources experience.