Director Human Resources and Risk Management

Gila, County of • Globe, AZ

22h

About The Position

This position plans, directs and manages the development and implementation of Human Resource and Risk Management policies and programs for Gila County. This also entails ensuring compliance with Federal and State laws, providing advice to employees and investigating incidents and complaints. The Director serves as a member of the Gila County administrative and management team, contributing to the setting of overall strategic goals, policies, direction, and budgets. This role involves developing and implementing HR and Risk Management policies, interpreting and ensuring compliance with employment and safety laws, and advising department heads and employees on various issues. The position also includes investigating incidents and complaints, managing budgets, and overseeing projects related to organizational planning and development. Significant interaction with employees, the public, the Board of Supervisors, regulatory bodies, and other institutions is expected.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Ten (10) years experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.

Nice To Haves

• SPHR Certification by HRCI preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans and directs Human Resource programs, including employee relations, compensation, benefits, training and development, recruiting and staffing, performance management, organization planning and development, regulatory compliance and Human Resource Information Systems.
• Plans and directs Risk Management programs, including employee safety, security, accident/injury investigations, training, OSHA compliance and reporting, property and liability insurance, claims management and investigation and regulatory compliance.
• Serves as member of the Gila County administrative team and management team in setting overall strategic goals, policies, direction and budgets for Gila County.
• Develops and implements Human Resource and Risk Management policies and procedures for County.
• Interprets and ensures compliance with Federal and State employment and safety laws and regulations; monitors changes in legislation and regulations.
• Advises and counsels department heads, elected officials and employees regarding employee relations issues, policies and laws.
• Investigates and evaluates risk management incidents or complaints and employee relations incidents including complaints of discrimination, harassment, or policy violation before determining appropriate action.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director