Human Resources Manager II; Austin Public Library

About This Position

Purpose:

Under minimal direction, this position directs, manages, and supervises the activities and operations of all functional human resources (HR) areas for entire City departments with medium-to-large regular employee populations and/or complex operations or City-wide responsibilities.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Partners with executive management on HR programmatic analysis, in the achievement of objectives and in resolution of complex HR-related issues, providing direct operational oversight, advice, and analytical support within the assigned department.

• Ensures program efforts, policies, and programs are in alignment with goals and objectives of the department as well as the City.

• Supports and partners with senior leaders and City and Departmental Executive management to implement enhancements, monitor trends that could impact operations and efficiencies, improve policies and procedures, provide solutions and recommendations for practice and process improvements, and identify training needs and solutions to improve operational efficiency and service quality.

• Develops and implements standard operating practices and procedures, as necessary.

• Manages assigned budget and provides input to the annual budget process; prepares cost estimates and recommendations; monitors, administers, and controls budget allocation; authorizes expenditures; and recommends and justifies capital expenditures.

• Directs implementation and administration of assigned project or process; assigns projects, sets schedules, and monitors task completion for timeliness, accuracy, and effectiveness; performs quality checks of program-related data and personnel; prepares and reviews reports to monitor and communicate performance results; and directs HR team in implementation of agreed upon actions until the problem has been resolved.

• Communicates section/division, project, and program information to management and others; represents the City at a variety of meetings and events and on committees regarding services, programs, plans, and projects.

• Serves as a liaison and advisor within the department and between the department HR and other City departments, agencies, and other external organizations by providing guidance on and interpretation of applicable systems, policies, procedures, strategies, process workflows, and regulations; monitors compliance with policies, regulations, laws, and program objectives.

• Investigates and responds to complaints from managers and employees and makes recommendations.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel and employment practices.

• Knowledge of HR and departmental processes, techniques, and methods.

• Knowledge of practices, methods, and industry trends related to coaching, program administration, management, and leadership development.

• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.

• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.

• Skill in oral and written communication.

• Skill in using computers and related software applications.

• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.

• Skill in…