Job Summary: The Human Resource Manager is responsible for the successful management of Human Resources at MAG.

Compensation: Grade 16, the range for which is between $53,626 and $82,671 per year depending on experience, education, and certification. Salary will depend on experience and qualifications. Includes a full benefits package of health and dental insurance, Utah State Retirement, long-term disability, paid holidays, sick and annual time accrual, 401k contributions, and more!

FLSA: Exempt.

Schedule:  Full-time, 40 hours per week. MAG office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 am to 6 pm. 

Reports to: The Human Resource Manager reports to the Deputy Executive Director

Application: Open until filled. The first resume review will be on Friday, September 23, 2022. Applicants selected for the position consent to background screening before an offer of employment will be extended.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives
• Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues
• Manage the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process of new employees
• Support current and future organizational needs through the development, engagement, motivation, and preservation of human capital
• Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, and procedures across the organization
• Nurture a positive working environment
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
• Maintain pay plan and benefits program
• Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs
• Handles discipline and termination of employees along with managerial staff in accordance with policy
• Oversees employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations
• Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics
• Ensure legal compliance throughout public sector human resource management
• Reviews policies and procedures to maintain legal compliance
• Oversees procurement and implementation of timekeeping and payroll software

Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Proven working experience as HR Manager or other HR experience
• People-oriented and results-driven 
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizational HRIS and talent management systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills
• Excellent active listening, negotiation, conflict resolution, and presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the organization
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local labor law and HR best practices
• In-depth knowledge of public sector human resources is preferred but not required
• Payroll experience
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present, facilitate and develop clear and concise written communications as well as prepare performance documentation

Education and Experience: 

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or closely related field required.
2. A minimum of five years of human resource experience. 
3. Current Human Resource Certification (SHRM, HRCI, IMPA-HR etc.) preferred. Preference will be given to candidates that have a current certification.

Other Duties and Responsibilities: Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Physical Requirements: This position requires sitting at a desk or in meetings for extended periods of time, regularly walk and stand, occasionally lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects weighing up to 20 lbs., ability to project a voice for public speaking, attendance at night meetings and irregular working hours, and occasional exposure to high-stress environments. Regularly drives a motor vehicle within Utah, Wasatch, and Summit counties.

MOUNTAINLAND ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.