About the Job:

The HR Manager administers HR functions in a highly consultative position.  The work consists of planning, developing, coordinating and evaluating human resources programs.  

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Provides consultation and guidance to agency executives and local office staff regarding human resources functions/issues (e.g. employee relations, policy and procedures);
• Identifies potential classification/compensation, reorganization problems and recommends solutions to management;
• Develops curriculum, coordinates and/or conducts training on various human resources/management issues/topics;
• Reviews and makes recommendations on agency/division policies, work improvement plans and requests for working test extension;
• May coordinate and/or conduct agency new employee orientation;
• Keeps abreast of new developments, legislative changes and court cases which impact upon areas of work;
• Maintains compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment;
• Maintains Human Resource Information System records and compiles reports from database;
• Assists in the evaluation of reports, decisions and results of assigned agency in relation to established goals. 
• Recommends new approaches, policies and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of assigned agency and services performed;
• Participates in developing agency goals, objectives and systems;

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What We're Looking For:

• Broad knowledge of the principles, laws, regulations, theories, and practices of human resources management and administration.
• An ideal candidate would have four (4) years work experience in human resources management including: compensation; benefits; employee relations; employment law; affirmative action; recruiting; or human resource development and/or retail management; plant management; field supervisory experience; or accredited college training in a related field.

What You'll Need for Success:

• Broad knowledge of the principles, laws, regulations, theories and practices of human resources management and administration;
• Thorough knowledge of statewide HR mission, vision, and goals;
• Extensive knowledge of the agency mission and administrative policies;
• Extensive knowledge of specific human resources programs such as:  Affirmative Action, ADA, and employee relations;
• Extensive knowledge of agency programs, structure and staffing;
• Working knowledge of computer and software programs and the ability to utilize these skills in the completion of job duties;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent problem solving and analytical skills;
• Ability to research and document findings;
• Ability to formulate sound recommendations and make appropriate decisions with consideration of potential impact on agency/division statewide;
• Ability to effectively prioritize a variety of projects/functions;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of management;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;
• Ability to successfully negotiate resolutions to complex problems or situations;
• Ability to work independently;
• Ability to develop, implement, coordinate and present training programs (including the assessment of training needs and development of curriculum);
• Ability to organize thoughts and ideas in a logical manner;
• Ability to plan and organize the work of other employees;

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: