Human Resources Manager

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Job Summary

Work is performed under the administrative direction of the City Manager with wide latitude in interpreting and applying rules, policies and procedures. Provides oversight of the City's human resources, risk management, and employee compensation/benefit programs. Collaborates with the City Manager and Department Directors to develop and implement policies, procedures, and programs that ensure compliance with sound Human Resources practices as well as state/federal employment and safety laws and regulations. Seeks input from Department Directors in the development of accurate job descriptions. Serves as the City's Public Records Custodian, Affirmative Action Officer, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/504 Coordinator, liaison to liability and worker's compensation carriers, and the City's representative in various professional Human Resources organizations/associations.

Examples of work performed: Oversees and directs the activities of the Human Resources division including: employee recruiting and selection, employee onboarding and orientation, employee performance appraisal system, disciplinary actions and procedures, development and administration of employee training programs; development of employee benefits programs; maintenance of personnel files; maintenance of legal documents involving the City and its employees; administration of City's drug and alcohol testing policy; and the administration of the City's Risk Management program. Provides a wide-range of employment and personnel guidance to Department Directors. Meets with and assists employees with work related issues. Verifies Title VI compliance for federal grant eligibility. Completes the federal EEO-1 report as required. Ensures the City's ADA Transition Plan is updated as required. Serves as a member of the police department's accident review board. Performs related duties as required.

Required Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of standard principles, practices, methods, techniques, and terminology of human resource administration and apply analytically

Knowledge of established personnel policies and procedures

Knowledge of municipal government structure and procedures

Knowledge of state and federal employment laws including EEOC, ADA, FMLA

Knowledge of federal and state statutes applicable to personnel administration

Knowledge of OSHA/TOSHA safety regulations as they pertain to City employment

Knowledge of worker's compensation insurance regulations

Knowledge of Tennessee municipal tort liability

Ability to conduct research necessary to resolve complex matters

Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply departmental rules and regulations, procedures, and related information

Ability to prepare, understand, and present detailed reports

Ability to instruct and train employees

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to prepare and present oral reports to City Council and other governmental bodies

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and the public

Qualifications

A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in performing the various responsibilities of a Human Resources department is required, with public sector experience preferred. A Bachelor's degree in human resources management, public administration, organizational leadership or closely related field is preferred. HR certification from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI), Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM), or Public Sector HR Association (PSHRA) is also preferred.

Essential Functions

The tasks associated with this position are primarily sedentary in nature but require the ability to exert up to thirty pounds of force occasionally and a reasonable amount of force to frequently move objects. The essential functions include the ability to use a variety of office/communication equipment; the ability to maintain confidentiality; and the ability to navigate to, from, and within different City facilities. Attendance is considered to be an essential function of this position.

Full Time Benefits Summary

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid Life Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Voluntary Benefits
Pension and 401k Retirement Savings
Paid Holidays
Paid Sick time

City of Cookeville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (931) 520-5289.

Must be able to pass limited background check. 

Salary : $81,016 - $121,534