Human Resources Director

City of Bella Vista•Bella Vista, AR

About The Position

Bella Vista, Arkansas, is seeking a Human Resources Director to lead, manage, and supervise the overall operations of the City’s Human Resources department. The position reports to the Mayor and oversees areas including payroll, benefits, recruiting, policies, employee relations, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and budget preparation. The HR Director develops and interprets City HR policies; administers employee leave programs; supervises bi-weekly payroll; oversees benefits, confidential employee records, salary administration, and the annual performance review process; and responds to relevant Freedom of Information Act requests. The Director also manages recruiting and written job offers, maintains compliant job descriptions with department directors, and oversees Family and Medical Leave, workers’ compensation, and unemployment matters. In coordination with department directors, department chiefs, the Mayor, and the Finance Director, the HR Director prepares annual payroll and benefits budgets. The role guides directors and managers, directly manages a small staff, and oversees internal City projects not assigned to other departments. Applicants must submit a cover letter with their application.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and ten or more years of related experience and training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Seven or more years of direct, hands-on HR, benefits, and payroll management experience.
Five or more years of direct recruiting experience.
Three or more years of Director-level management experience.
Prior experience overseeing a department budget.
Prior experience working with self-insured medical plans.
Experience working closely with Finance and Accounting professionals.
Prior experience working with and guiding other managers.
Prior experience with HRIS/HCM systems in processing HR, recruiting, payroll, and benefits.
Proficient to advanced experience using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to think strategically, formulate plans, and execute them.
Ability to manage multiple projects and thrive amid constantly shifting priorities.
Ability to manage others and guide leaders at all levels.
Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in difficult situations and handle public scrutiny.
Ability to use and understand payroll and HRIS/HCM systems and make recommendations related to employee benefits.
Knowledge of labor laws, benefits laws, payroll tax laws, workers’ compensation, and unemployment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to read and understand legal requirements, communicate them to others, and assess critical situations in the context of applicable laws.
High level of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
High degree of organizational skills.
Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification and/or SHRM-CP certification.
Prior experience working for a municipality or other government entity is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop and interpret the City’s HR policies.
Administer employee leave programs.
Supervise bi-weekly payroll and ensure compliance with applicable laws.
Oversee administration of City benefit offerings, including annual open enrollment.
Oversee maintenance of confidential employee records.
Respond to Freedom of Information Act requests relevant to Human Resources.
Administer salary matters.
Oversee Family and Medical Leave, workers’ compensation, unemployment, and related areas.
Administer the City’s recruiting efforts and make all written job offers.
Develop and maintain compliant job descriptions in partnership with department directors.
Manage the annual performance review process.
Prepare annual payroll and benefits budgets in coordination with department directors, department chiefs, the Mayor, and the Finance Director.
Guide directors and managers in a variety of areas.
Directly manage a small staff.
Oversee internal City projects not assigned to other departments.