DIRECTOR OF STATE HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT- 72002644

State of Florida

10d • $125,000 - $135,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Division of State Human Resource Management (HRM) supports the State Personnel System (SPS) workforce by providing effective and efficient human resource programs and services that attract, develop, retain, and reward a high-performance workforce. By leveraging data and researching industry best practices, the division develops human resource policies, practices, and strategies to ensure the effective management of the state's most valuable resource – its’ employees.

This is a senior leadership position that serves as the Director of State Human Resource Management for the Department of Management Services (DMS). The Director serves as a trusted partner and expert on the state personnel system’s HR strategy and operations, helping to develop and promote a high-performance workforce that results in operational efficiency and effectiveness across the enterprise. Additionally, on behalf of the Governor, the Director leads labor negotiations for the SPS.

This role serves as a member of DMS Senior Leadership team and advises Executive Leadership on all matters pertaining to HRM and establishes goals, objectives, and priorities for human resource policy for the SPS. Additionally, the Director is responsible for leading and developing a team of 18 employees, as well as managing an annual budget of over $5 million.

Requirements

• Knowledge of recruitment, selection, and retention, processes, HRIS/ERP systems, employee benefits, training and professional development, and performance management.
• Knowledge of benefits and incentive administration (such as leave, compensation, etc), with the ability to identify best practices that enhance the health of our evolving workforce.
• Familiarity with the legislative process, including bill analysis and policy implementation.
• Expert knowledge of federal and state HR laws and best practices.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and public presentation/communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to use and interpret data to both guide and validate decisions.
• Ability to build effective working relationships and interact with executive leadership.
• Ability to build consensus among stakeholders with various priorities and initiatives.
• Ability to quickly synthesize and apply technical information.
• Ability to dive deep and develop innovative ideas for process challenges.
• Ability to maintain an upbeat, positive environment that inspires innovation, teamwork, and strong commitment to individual and team accountability.
• Executive level human resources experience, preferable in a public-sector organization.
• Experience developing and/or implementing HR policy.
• Demonstrated depth and breadth of core functional areas of human resources (e.g., classification, compensation, benefits, employee relations, recruitment, leadership development, etc.)

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a four-year degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in human resources, business administration, public administration, or related field. An advanced degree is highly desirable.
• A juris doctorate and member of the Florida Bar.
• SHRM or other certification or designation related to HR.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor to the Executive Office of the Governor, legislators, and sister agencies regarding human resource management issues and initiatives. Ensure that the Governor’s initiatives and priorities related to the State Personnel System workforce are achieved.
• Oversee the delivery and execution of enterprise HR transformation activities, guiding workstreams and partnering with stakeholders to remove roadblocks and ensure timely and effective implementation.
• Work closely with People First, the State of Florida’s human resource information system (HRIS), to ensure that the functionality of the system aligns with HRM policy and meets the needs of the enterprise.
• Propose and assist with the drafting of proposed legislation and rules related to the SPS workforce. Develop and oversee the implementation of short and long-range HR strategies and goals based on the evolving workforce, needs of state agencies, and the legal requirements.
• Oversee the administration of the SPS collective bargaining contracts.
• Administer guidance and counsel HR professionals across the SPS regarding classification, compensation, recruitment and selection, retention, disciplinary actions, performance and talent management, attendance and leave, veteran’s preference, and labor relations.

What This Job Offers

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