What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Director position at Bayfield County Coffee Co?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Description Under the general direction of the County
Administrator, the Human Resource Director provides strategic leadership
and operational oversight for all HR functions. This role ensures
compliance with employment laws, drives workforce planning, and fosters
a culture of engagement, equity, and continuous improvement. The
Director serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and manages programs
related to recruitment, talent development, benefits, labor relations,
risk management, and organizational policy. This is a salaried, exempt
position. Examples of Duties Clerical/Administrative Use specialized
software programs to maintain and update the county web site. Update web
site with meeting information, Human Resources related materials as well
as County Administrator related public information. Write press releases
or articles. Draft correspondence such as employment offers and
disciplinary notifications. Maintain manual and electronic working and
archive office files. Prepare meeting agendas and associated documents
for various County Committees. Attend committee meetings and type
minutes of proceedings as needed. Answer the phone and respond to issues
or direct to the correct department. Maintain confidentiality of county
operations, personnel and medical information. Answer questions from
public and staff on a wide range of topics. Maintain County In-House
telephone directory. Compile and analyze various data related to human
resources & budgeting including compilation of spreadsheets, charts and
graphs. Serves as representative on the County Risk Management
Committee, and other committees as needed. Assist departments in
interpreting statutes, particularly those related to open meetings, open
records, and human resources. Human Resource Functions Supervise
Payroll/HR Specialist Coordinate annual benefit open enrollment. Ensure
that proper documentation is acquired and maintained in personnel and
medical files. Develop and update job descriptions of county personnel.
Ensure That Current Job Descriptions Are Maintained. Works With
Supervisors and employees to resolve employment-related conflicts and
concerns. Serves as the primary contact person for Worker\'s
Compensation claims and employees with work restrictions. Complete
annual report of worker\'s compensation injuries for state and federal
offices. Coordinate communications between the employee, employer,
medical provider and Worker\'s Compensation Carrier. Serves as the
primary contact person for Family and Medical Leaves. Includes
notification to employees, communication with medical providers and
coordination with department heads. Assist staff with benefit
interpretation and support. Update and enforce county policies and
procedures. Conduct orientation with new employees regarding benefits,
policies and procedures. Review employment applications, analyze
applicant qualifications and make recommendations on those persons to be
interviewed, conduct background and reference checks, administer skills
testing, and participate in the interview process/recommendation to
hire. Research information for labor negotiation preparations,
participate in negotiations, and assist in drafting collective
bargaining unit agreements and side letters. Assemble and distribute
employment vacancy notices utilizing a variety of agencies and on-line
recruitment web sites. Serves as primary point of contact for
applicants. Assist in maintaining and updating county safety, personnel
and procedure manuals. Make recommendations for modifications to policy
manuals. Ensure that current policies are posted on the county web site
and that employees are notified of changes. Serves as the primary
contact for employees regarding employee benefits. Coordinate and
Facilitate Employee Recognition events and materials. Serve as
administrator for the electronic employment application, performance
evaluation and job description software. Assist in analysis of benefit
programs including utilization, cost effectiveness, market comparables
and plan designs. Make recommendations for modifications to benefit
plans. Coordinate and facilitate county-wide staff training with regard
to employee benefits, personnel policies, county procedures, computer
programs, professional development and safety related topics. Analyze
position descriptions as necessary to determine the appropriate wage
level utilizing market comparables. Participate in performance and
disciplinary discussions as well as fact finding investigations. Provide
recommendations for appropriate disciplinary actions, performance
improvement plans and terminations. Assist in compiling and submitting
the county\'s Civil Rights Compliance Plan as required. Compile and file
annual US Department of Labor work related injury report. Respond to
external agency requests for personnel-related materials. Develop and
implement recruitment efforts including career fairs, public
presentations, electronic recruitment efforts, etc. This will include
public speaking in small and large group settings. Provide analysis and
recommendations regarding staffing levels, wages and benefits.
\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications Four-year
degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and
five years of progressive HR experience, OR two year degree in Human
Resources, Business Administration, or related field and ten years of
progressive HR experience including: talent management, compliance,
employee relations and benefit selection/administration. Professional HR
certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred. Proficiency in HRIS/ERP
systems, Microsoft Office 365, AI and data analytics tools. Strong
knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and compliance standards.
Valid driver\'s license and good driving record. Physical Requirements
telephone and use a 10-key calculator. D. Vision sufficient to read a
computer monitor and written documents. E. Requires minimal lifting,
occasionally up to 20 lbs. F. Auditory ability sufficient to hear and
interpret speech in a standard meeting setting. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/Jobs Other:
Complete Job Description And Benefit Package Available At
www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/Jobs or by contacting 715-373-6181,
humanresources@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov. 117 E 5th Street, Washburn, WI
54891. EEO
Administrator, the Human Resource Director provides strategic leadership
and operational oversight for all HR functions. This role ensures
compliance with employment laws, drives workforce planning, and fosters
a culture of engagement, equity, and continuous improvement. The
Director serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and manages programs
related to recruitment, talent development, benefits, labor relations,
risk management, and organizational policy. This is a salaried, exempt
position. Examples of Duties Clerical/Administrative Use specialized
software programs to maintain and update the county web site. Update web
site with meeting information, Human Resources related materials as well
as County Administrator related public information. Write press releases
or articles. Draft correspondence such as employment offers and
disciplinary notifications. Maintain manual and electronic working and
archive office files. Prepare meeting agendas and associated documents
for various County Committees. Attend committee meetings and type
minutes of proceedings as needed. Answer the phone and respond to issues
or direct to the correct department. Maintain confidentiality of county
operations, personnel and medical information. Answer questions from
public and staff on a wide range of topics. Maintain County In-House
telephone directory. Compile and analyze various data related to human
resources & budgeting including compilation of spreadsheets, charts and
graphs. Serves as representative on the County Risk Management
Committee, and other committees as needed. Assist departments in
interpreting statutes, particularly those related to open meetings, open
records, and human resources. Human Resource Functions Supervise
Payroll/HR Specialist Coordinate annual benefit open enrollment. Ensure
that proper documentation is acquired and maintained in personnel and
medical files. Develop and update job descriptions of county personnel.
Ensure That Current Job Descriptions Are Maintained. Works With
Supervisors and employees to resolve employment-related conflicts and
concerns. Serves as the primary contact person for Worker\'s
Compensation claims and employees with work restrictions. Complete
annual report of worker\'s compensation injuries for state and federal
offices. Coordinate communications between the employee, employer,
medical provider and Worker\'s Compensation Carrier. Serves as the
primary contact person for Family and Medical Leaves. Includes
notification to employees, communication with medical providers and
coordination with department heads. Assist staff with benefit
interpretation and support. Update and enforce county policies and
procedures. Conduct orientation with new employees regarding benefits,
policies and procedures. Review employment applications, analyze
applicant qualifications and make recommendations on those persons to be
interviewed, conduct background and reference checks, administer skills
testing, and participate in the interview process/recommendation to
hire. Research information for labor negotiation preparations,
participate in negotiations, and assist in drafting collective
bargaining unit agreements and side letters. Assemble and distribute
employment vacancy notices utilizing a variety of agencies and on-line
recruitment web sites. Serves as primary point of contact for
applicants. Assist in maintaining and updating county safety, personnel
and procedure manuals. Make recommendations for modifications to policy
manuals. Ensure that current policies are posted on the county web site
and that employees are notified of changes. Serves as the primary
contact for employees regarding employee benefits. Coordinate and
Facilitate Employee Recognition events and materials. Serve as
administrator for the electronic employment application, performance
evaluation and job description software. Assist in analysis of benefit
programs including utilization, cost effectiveness, market comparables
and plan designs. Make recommendations for modifications to benefit
plans. Coordinate and facilitate county-wide staff training with regard
to employee benefits, personnel policies, county procedures, computer
programs, professional development and safety related topics. Analyze
position descriptions as necessary to determine the appropriate wage
level utilizing market comparables. Participate in performance and
disciplinary discussions as well as fact finding investigations. Provide
recommendations for appropriate disciplinary actions, performance
improvement plans and terminations. Assist in compiling and submitting
the county\'s Civil Rights Compliance Plan as required. Compile and file
annual US Department of Labor work related injury report. Respond to
external agency requests for personnel-related materials. Develop and
implement recruitment efforts including career fairs, public
presentations, electronic recruitment efforts, etc. This will include
public speaking in small and large group settings. Provide analysis and
recommendations regarding staffing levels, wages and benefits.
\*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications Four-year
degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and
five years of progressive HR experience, OR two year degree in Human
Resources, Business Administration, or related field and ten years of
progressive HR experience including: talent management, compliance,
employee relations and benefit selection/administration. Professional HR
certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred. Proficiency in HRIS/ERP
systems, Microsoft Office 365, AI and data analytics tools. Strong
knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and compliance standards.
Valid driver\'s license and good driving record. Physical Requirements
- Sit for extended periods of time. B. Extensive keyboarding and
telephone and use a 10-key calculator. D. Vision sufficient to read a
computer monitor and written documents. E. Requires minimal lifting,
occasionally up to 20 lbs. F. Auditory ability sufficient to hear and
interpret speech in a standard meeting setting. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/Jobs Other:
Complete Job Description And Benefit Package Available At
www.bayfieldcounty.wi.gov/Jobs or by contacting 715-373-6181,
humanresources@bayfieldcounty.wi.gov. 117 E 5th Street, Washburn, WI
54891. EEO