COMPLIANCE MANAGER (HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER II) (EM-03) [1 vacancy]

City and County of Honolulu•Oahu, HI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Help shape the policies that keep the City's workforce legally compliant, informed, and prepared for the future. The City and County of Honolulu, Department of Human Resources, Employment and Personnel Services Division, is looking for a highly skilled and knowledgeable Human Resources Compliance Manager. Working in downtown Honolulu, this role acts as the Department of Human Resources’ legislative liaison, as well as ensures the City is compliant with mandated rules and laws relating to employment, including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), federal drug and alcohol testing regulations, such as those governed by the Department of Transportation, and public disclosure laws, such as Hawaii Revised Statutes Chapter 92F and the Hawaii Office of Information Practices Administrative Rules. This position is ideal for professionals who enjoy tracking legislative action, researching complex employment laws, developing policy solutions, advising executive leadership, and translating legal requirements into practical guidance for City departments.

Requirements

At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four year college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
Work experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis. Such experience must have provided the knowledge, skills, and analytical ability normally gained from attainment of a bachelor's degree.
Four years of professional work experience, in any occupation, may substitute for a general bachelor's degree.
Four years of general work experience (does not need to be professional level experience) in Human Resources/Personnel Management.
Education must have been completed by the time of application in order to be credited.
Education obtained outside of the United States must be comparable to a degree earned at an accredited college/university in the United States.
In order to receive credit for the education, proper documentation, e.g., a foreign credential evaluation (FCE), must be provided.
We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
Education information must be listed clearly on your application.
If available, please attach a legible electronic copy of your diploma, official transcripts, and/or applicable foreign credential evaluation to your application.
As part of the hiring process, you may be asked to furnish documentation to verify your education to move forward for further consideration.
Four (4) years of progressively responsible professional experience in advising decision-makers on matters which included one or more of the following: a) researching and providing technical guidance to senior level administrators/managers and others on various laws related to recruitment and/or examination. The experience must have included knowledge of legal resources and research techniques, interpreting related Federal or State laws, court decisions, rules, regulations, or guidelines involving a variety of employment law subjects and issues.
b) researching and providing technical guidance to senior level administrators/managers and others on employment law compliance (e.g., Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Drug and Alcohol Testing, and other federal and state employment laws). The experience must have included knowledge of legal resources and research techniques, interpreting related Federal or State laws, court decisions, rules, regulations, or guidelines involving a variety of employment law compliance, and develop training and other materials to assist others with compliance.
At least two (2) years of the four (4) years of experience (points a and b) described above, must have involved performing as a senior level worker regularly carrying out the most difficult and complex assignments.
Must possess professional experience which demonstrated knowledge of the legislative process and the ability to monitor bills of interest, coordinate efforts, and prepare testimony and/or testify on behalf of governmental or other large agencies.
The legislative experience may have been gained as part of the required four (4) years of experience or in a separate capacity.
Federal and State employment laws, regulations, court decisions, legal research techniques, and legislative processes related to employment compliance.
Public administration, government operations, human resources administration, and program management principles.
Evaluating program effectiveness to ensure compliance with federal and state laws, identifying areas of non-compliance, and recommending sound corrective actions.
Researching, interpreting, and applying federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, court decisions, and agency guidance to support compliance and informed decision-making.
Developing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining compliance programs, policies, procedures, forms, and training materials.
Conducting or overseeing investigations, responding to compliance concerns, and representing the City during compliance reviews.
Preparing reports, legislative testimony, and other written materials, while presenting information clearly to leadership, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
Building collaborative working relationships and providing technical guidance to City departments, management, and governmental agencies.
Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing while exercising sound judgment, professionalism, and tact.

Responsibilities

Advise City leadership, managers, and departmental personnel staff on complex legal and regulatory matters involving employment compliance programs.
Coordinate the department's legislative activities by monitoring bills, reviewing and preparing testimony, representing the department before legislative bodies, and working with legislators and government agencies.
Lead Citywide compliance programs such as the City's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program by developing policies and procedures, recommending improvements, and monitoring and auditing compliance with employment laws and personnel policies.
Advise the Department of Human Resources on compliance with applicable public disclosure rules and laws, including preparing responses to requests for public information under HRS 92F.
Research, interpret, and apply any federal, state, and local laws, regulations, court decisions, agency guidance, and City policies to support informed decision-making.
Develop and deliver training, respond to compliance inquiries and complaints, investigate issues, and collaborate with City departments and outside agencies.