Human Resources Director

Location: Jefferson Village

Starting salary based on qualifications and experience.

Job Description Human Resources Director General Statement of Duties Director of Human Resources for County Government - Plans, directs and leads the Human Resources department, aligning the department’s solutions and initiatives with the County’s strategic goals.

The Human Resources department performs a variety of services that support Davidson County’s mission to provide efficient, effective, responsive human resources. The Human Resources Director will be responsible for planning, modifying, administering a human resource management program that includes recruitment and selection, employee relations, training and organizational development, classification and compensation, benefits, safety and risk management, and Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS).Essential

Job Functions
- Supervises and directs the work of Human Resources department staff.

- Develops and implements the Human Resources department vision, mission, goals and objectives.

- Prepares the annual Human Resources budget request and monitors and controls approved departmental budgetary expenditures.

- Continuously monitors the workflow and workload of the department to ensure that all processes and procedures are followed and all programs are coordinated.

- Consults with county management and other department directors to assess and understand key objectives, creating opportunities for strategic HR planning.

- Interviews applicants and hires departmental staff; manages and evaluates performance of staff; completes performance appraisals; and monitors training needs based upon job requirements and changes.

- Appears before the Board of County Commissioners to present and explain proposed policies, programs, benefits, or initiatives.

- Develops, implements and maintains all personnel policies with the approval of the Board of County Commissioners.

- Directs and supervises the processing and maintenance of personnel actions and documentation, including, but not limited to, records and files pertaining to appointments, transfers, promotions, separations, pay adjustments and related personnel actions.

- Coordinates with and advises department directors on human resource matters including employee relations, performance management, adherence to policies, employment law, and best practices.

- Receives and responds to employee inquiries, concerns and complaints; responds to appeals and facilitates resolutions.

- Directs and supervises applicant tracking and recruiting programs.

- Directs and supervises the administration of the position classification and compensation plan.

- Directs and supervises the administration of safety programs and policies; monitors self-funded worker compensation program.

- Conducts supervisory training and supports employee development programs.

Recruitment and Selection Guidelines Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

- Thorough knowledge of the functions of County government.

- Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles and practices of public personnel administration and organizational theory and culture.

- Thorough knowledge of applicable and pertinent federal and employment laws and regulations.

- Thorough knowledge of complex principles and practices of program analysis and evaluation, development, and administration.

- Thorough knowledge of operational characteristics, services and activities of a human resources program, position classification and design, training, policy administration, and employee relations.

- Thorough knowledge of risk management theories, principles and practices and their application to property and casualty insurance, workers’ compensation law, insurance law, and environmental law.

- Ability to prioritize, manage, and coordinate multiple projects.

- Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedures and maintain confidentiality.

- Ability to recommend and implement goals, objectives and practices for providing effective and efficient human resource services to the County.

- Ability to research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures and techniques.

- Ability to effectively communicate and make factually supported recommendations, both orally and in writing.

- Ability to analyze facts and prepare detailed documentation, recommendations and reports.

- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county officials, associates, and the public.

- Ability to effectively negotiate with various outside agencies and…