Human Resources Manager

Under the general direction of the Director of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager oversees daily HR operations and ensures the effective delivery of HR programs, including recruitment and onboarding, employee relations support, benefits and compensation administration, HRIS processing, compliance, leave administration, and operational risk management. The Human Resources Manager serves as a primary operational resource for employees and department leaders, provides guidance on policies and procedures, and supports the Director in implementing HR initiatives and departmental goals.

Work is performed with considerable independence in interpreting and applying established policies, and the Manager supports departmental goals through operational leadership, problem-solving, and service-oriented guidance.

The ideal candidate will embody the City’s core values of Service, Humility, Innovation, Neighborly, and Excellence (SHINE) by fostering a positive, equitable, and collaborative workplace culture that supports employee growth, operational excellence, and exceptional service delivery.

Operational Oversight of Human Resources Functions:
Manages daily HR operations, ensuring consistent implementation of policies, practices, and compliance requirements across recruitment, onboarding, benefits, payroll support, HRIS maintenance, training coordination, risk management operations, records management, and employee services. Maintains a high level of visibility and accessibility to support departments and employees.

Benefits and Compensation:
Oversees day-to-day benefits operations and serves as the primary point of contact for employee benefits matters. Manages benefit enrollments, changes, and terminations; prepares required documentation; and assists employees with benefit questions and issue resolution. Leads open enrollment activities and ensures accuracy in benefits data and compliance with plan rules. Supports the Director with compensation actions related to hiring, promotions, and reclassifications, and contributes to preparation of the annual compensation supplement for the budget.

Conducts job analyses and provides recommendations to maintain internal equity, ensure FLSA compliance, and determine appropriate grade placement.

Risk Management and Workers' Compensation Administration:
Manages the City’s operational risk management functions, including workers’ compensation, property and liability claim reporting, safety documentation, and incident follow-up. Coordinates with departments and the City’s risk pool to ensure timely submission of claims and appropriate communication. Promotes workplace safety and loss prevention practices. Administers Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and alcohol testing programs for Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) holders.

Ensures compliance with DOT regulations, testing protocols, and documentation standards. Maintains accurate and confidential testing records.

Leave Administration and ADA Accommodations:
Manages workers’ compensation leave, ADA, and military leave and oversees the administration of FMLA leave. Manages complex or escalated leave cases, ensuring adherence to legal and policy requirements. Directs and conducts the ADA interactive process, including reviewing medical documentation, determining reasonable accommodations, preparing correspondence, and maintaining required records. Provides guidance to supervisors and departments on leave management and ensures consistent application of leave policies across the organization.

Staff Supervision:
Provides daily leadership and supervision to the Human Resources Analyst by assigning work, monitoring task completion, managing workloads, and ensuring that HR operations are conducted with accuracy, timeliness, and professionalism. Supports ongoing staff development, evaluates performance, and ensures adherence to established procedures and City policies.

Budget and Fiscal Responsibility:
Supports the Director of Human Resources by assisting with the preparation of the annual HR and City-paid insurance budgets, monitoring expenditures, and compiling data and…