Human Resources Manager MC

City of Rio Rancho, NM • Rio Rancho, NM

75d

About The Position

The Human Resources Manager assists the HR Deputy Director and HR Director in the day-to-day operations, planning, developing, implementation and leadership of human resources functions and programs. Primary responsibilities consist of first-line management and oversight of compensation and classification analysis, recruitment and retention initiatives, budget management, position management, statistical reporting, employee program design, employee and labor relations, review and development of policies and procedures, and other general HR operational practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, general management, human resources or related discipline.
• Five (5) years of related experience, one (1) of which must have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Infrequent Driver -- Regular Driver's License required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a full-service, public sector human resources department.
• PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manages assigned HR operations and supervises staff.
• Interpret, apply and ensure compliance with applicable State, Federal and local laws, rules policies and regulations.
• Oversee interpretation and administration of personnel policies and assist other departments with policy development.
• Assists Deputy Director with the preparation of the HR department budget and monitors department purchasing.
• Provides high level management support and advisory services to personnel in matters pertaining to recruitment, retention, payroll transactions, compensation and classification plans, employee relations, labor relations and policy compliance.
• Oversees the department's recruitment, onboarding, and retention processes to include analyzing trends, implementing changes, managing short and long-term initiatives, and enforcing compliance.
• Evaluates, analyzes and investigates a variety of employee issues/complaints; research information; prepare report findings; and makes recommendations on findings to mitigate potential liability.
• Assists in preparing responses to grievances and other formal or information disputes; provides guidance to others regarding de-escalation and mediation techniques.
• Conducts and provides guidance to management about conducting employment investigations.
• Maintains filing and tracking system for employee records.
• May serve on a management team or as an advisor for labor negotiations; gather and compile data and provide information as needed.
• Assists with administering employee recognition and appreciation programs.
• Oversees the facilitation of regular screening and compliance with the City's substance abuse, recruitment, and driving policies.
• Prepares and presents recurring and other administrative reports.
• Remains current with industry employment programs and practices to ensure the use of best practices.
• Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned staff and addresses deficiencies.
• Manages and coordinates special HR projects and other programs impacting City personnel.
• Responds to general inquiries by interpreting City of Rio Rancho Personnel Policies and Work Rules, collective bargaining agreements, Administrative Policies and Procedures and various other city, state and federal policies and laws.
• Oversees tracking and monitoring of employee Driver's license/CDL practices and compliance with other reporting and procedure obligations related to personnel.
• Manages the City's classification and compensation plans in accordance with City policies; assists with market research and salary studies; makes recommendations for appropriate placement of personnel and salary adjustments.
• Serves as back-up to all functions of subordinate positions and occasionally serves as back-up to other HR management functions.
• Manages the access badge system for City employees.
• Ensures appropriate staffing for HR office coverage during regular business hours.
• Develops and maintains HR process maps for assigned components of HR.
• Occasionally attends City and community events to support employee and organizational initiatives.
• Oversees the timely and effective processing of various HR transactions related to payroll, training, compliance, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees