Human Resources Manager (Sheriff)

Shelby County Government•Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Human Resources Manager serves as the primary Human Resources Department management representative for the Sheriff’s Office and works with administrative direction from the Chief Administrative Officer. The role handles complex and discretionary administrative matters, including preparation, monitoring, and control of the Personnel Control Budget, along with personnel, payroll, and labor-related matters. The incumbent may assist with labor relations involving applicable bargaining units and addresses matters governed by federal, state, and local personnel and labor laws and regulations. The position oversees payroll and personnel functions across the employee lifecycle, develops and interprets Human Resources policies, prepares personnel and resource reports, advises staff and management, and provides technical assistance and employee support. It supervises a Human Resources team of approximately 10 to 12 employees and coordinates recruitment and onboarding for high-volume public safety academy classes. The position also coordinates new-employee indoctrination and works with the Sheriff’s Office Training Academy on training and certification activities. The position requires five years of professional or managerial Human Resources experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of related education and experience. Human Resources management experience in a law enforcement agency and professional HR certification are preferred. Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required. The job is subject to a background check; only convictions substantially related to potential duties will be considered and will not automatically disqualify a candidate. County residency requirements apply to employees hired after September 1, 1986, subject to stated exemptions; the listed public safety exemptions do not include appointed positions with the Sheriff’s Office.

Requirements

Five years of experience in professional- or managerial-level Human Resources work.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in public administration, business administration, Human Resources, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of related education and/or experience.
Demonstrated experience with Human Resources principles and practices, especially in a public or government setting.
Knowledge of public administration procedures and practices.
Ability to conduct confidential investigations.
Ability to relate to public employees at all levels of responsibility.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Skills in accounting procedures.
Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment in evaluating situations, making decisions, and solving problems.
Knowledge of selected computer software applications, including Word, Excel, and Access.
Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Managerial Human Resources experience for a law enforcement agency.
Professional certification from SHRM (SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) or the HR Certification Institute (PHR or SPHR).

Responsibilities

Oversee payroll and personnel functions to ensure activities are completed effectively and efficiently, including hiring, orientation, training, counseling, promotions, classifications, discipline, termination, retirement, benefits, employee recognition, on-the-job injuries, leave records, and payroll.
Assist in developing Human Resources policies and interpret and evaluate policies.
Prepare, monitor, and control the assigned Personnel Control Budget.
Prepare reports to assist administration and managers in managing personnel and allocated resources.
Advise staff on administrative policies and procedures, technical problems, priorities, and methods.
Provide Human Resources technical assistance to staff members as needed.
Counsel and serve as an advocate for employees.
Provide and coordinate Sheriff’s Office indoctrination for new employees and facilitate interviews for position openings.
Coordinate with the Sheriff’s Office Training Academy on training and certification activities.
Serve as a key management representative on employment-law matters.
Work with Sheriff’s Office command and management/supervisory personnel on employment and payroll matters.
Supervise, direct, develop, train, and evaluate a Human Resources team of approximately 10 to 12 employees; assign work, monitor performance, ensure accountability, and support staff development.
Manage and coordinate high-volume recruitment, screening, hiring, and onboarding for large public safety academy classes, including written examinations, psychological evaluations, background investigations, and physical agility testing, with the goal of completing required pre-employment processes and onboarding within two months, subject to applicable requirements and screening results.
Perform other related duties as required or directed.