Director of Human Resources

City of Conroe•Conroe, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Human Resources manages the strategic direction of all areas of human resource functions for the City of Conroe within the framework of policies, practices with the direction from city management and ensuring compliance with guidelines set forth by laws, regulations and administrative rulings established by local and federal government. The Director is responsible for the overall functions of recruitment, compensation, training, benefits administration and equal employment opportunity, employee relations, personnel records management and risk management. Serves as the Civil Service Director at the discretion of the Civil Service Commission.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field.
Seven (7) years' experience in and knowledge of employment law and procedures.
Seven (7) years' experience in and knowledge of state Civil Service law and procedures.
Five (5) years of supervisory experience in Human Resources and benefits related work in a city of greater than 25,000 in population.
Knowledge of City budgeting procedures and policies.
Knowledge of benefits, compensation, and safety.
Knowledge of federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations regarding employment, compensation, and benefits.
Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office products.
Knowledge of Civil Service laws and regulations.
Ability to clearly and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing.
Ability to give effective presentations to City Council, employee groups, citizens, and other groups.
Ability to manage personnel, supervise the hiring, training, evaluating, promoting, disciplining and/or discharging of employees.
Ability to work with department heads to resolve employment issues.
Must pass background check and pre-employment substance abuse screening.
A motor vehicle record check and job-related doctor's physical exam may also be required.
Must pass FBI Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) fingerprint-based criminal background check and maintain CJIS eligibility.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Manages the strategic direction of all areas of human resource functions.
Ensures compliance with local and federal laws, regulations, and administrative rulings.
Oversees recruitment, compensation, training, benefits administration, and equal employment opportunity.
Manages employee relations, personnel records, and risk management.
Serves as the Civil Service Director.
Monitors expenditures and revenues related to City budgeting procedures and policies.
Manages personnel, supervises hiring, training, evaluating, promoting, disciplining, and discharging of employees.
Works with department heads to resolve employment issues.