Bachelor's degree with coursework in human resources management, public administration, business administration, or related field and extensive experience in personnel administration and management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
Possession of SPHR, PHR, IPMA-CP, IPMA-SCP, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP upon hire preferred.
OSHA-10 certification within twelve months of hire.
ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 within six months of hire.
Responsibilities
Advises, assists, and collaborates with Town Administration on personnel matters; counsels department directors, supervisors, and employees on personnel policies, practices, and procedures.
Leads the employee relations program; counsels and assists department directors, supervisors, and employees in resolving workplace issues; administers the employee performance management program; coordinates staff training, conflict resolution, and grievance processes.
Develops, maintains, and interprets personnel policies and organizational employee handbooks, including recommending changes and assisting with implementation.
Recruits and selects department personnel; assigns, supports, trains, and inspects the work of staff; rewards, coaches, counsels, evaluates staff performance, and provides corrective action, if needed.
Develops and implements the employee compensation and benefits program as directed by Town Management.
Supports the renewal process for benefits and recommends contract awards; negotiates contracts with carriers.
Supports risk management programs including workers compensation and the reporting of all claims, compliance, and case management.
Supports the recruitment and selection process for filling Town vacancies including the screening of applications, interviews, new hire orientations, exit interviews, and processing of associated paperwork.
Supports the planning and coordination of employee recognition and health and wellness programs; and serves on various related committees.
Prepares, administers, and monitors the department budget.
Oversees the Town’s overall training program to include departmental safety training programs and the online learning management system.
Leads safety-related committees, develops agendas, and coordinates meetings.
Conducts periodic risk prevention audits of Town assets and oversees inspections carried out by outside agencies.
Attends meetings, workshops, and training seminars to keep abreast of changes in employment law to ensure compliance.
Acts as the Town’s Safety Officer, including during inclement weather or other emergencies
Promotes and demonstrates organizational culture, core values, and leadership philosophies consistent with, or complementary to, Town administration.
Serves as a member of the Town’s Staff Support Team.
Adheres to policies and procedures established by the Town.
Performs work during emergency situations as necessary, upon request, or as assigned by the Deputy Town Manager.
Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Deputy Town Manager.