Responsible for directing the City's human resources and risk management functions. Peachtree City is specifically looking for a highly motivated candidate that can take our Human Resources division to the next level. We are looking for a dynamic leader who can bring new ideas to the table on personnel management, technology implementation, dynamic employee engagement, creative recruitment, and implementation of best practices. Cover letter and resume required.

Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee appraisals.

Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules: maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers question; gives advice and direction as needed.

Advises management in the appropriate resolution of employee relations issues according to City policies and governmental laws; administers plan for resolving employee grievances and disciplinary appeals; and conducts investigations.

Coordinates with department heads to identify department staff requirements; directs and oversees the recruitment selection process, including developing and/or modifying job descriptions and identifying hiring criteria; participates in interviewing, testing, and reviewing references of candidates for Assistant Director/Chief positions and above

Provides support to the Mayor, City Council, City Attorney, and City Manager as needed.

Serves as a member of the City's executive leadership team; provides information and recommendations; and assists in making decisions.

Develops, interprets, and recommends changes to policies and procedures related to personnel management. Develops and updates the City's Personnel Policy Manual.

Identifies legal requirements and government reporting regulations and ensures compliance.

Directs and oversees benefits and retirement programs, including annual benefits and wellness fair/open enrollment for employees. Works with benefits consultants, City Manager, Assistant City manager, and Financial Services Director in making renewal and budgeting decisions on benefit plans.

Directs and oversees the City's wellness Program.

Serves on the City Pension Board; works with actuary, trustee, and investment manager to make strategic decisions on managing the pension plan.

Prepares and manages the department budget.

Administers and develops the City's substance abuse program in compliance with established policies; ensures pre-employment, post-accident, and random drug tests are conducted.

Administers and develops the city's performance management program; reviews all employee Performance Talks and discusses content with department management as needed.

Provides and/or schedules training classes for employees. Develops and implements in-house training programs for all city staff.

Serves as a member of the events committee for all citywide employee events.

Develops and implements the City's employee award program.

Develops and oversees the City's safety program; reviews accidents and worker's compensation reports and makes recommendation to reduce accidents.

Serves as the ADA Coordinator for the city to ensure compliance to all ADA regulations

Responds to open records request.

Performs related duties.

Knowledge of human resources management principles, practices, and procedures including those related to benefits management, employee compensation, performance management, and employee and labor relations (including public safety departments of Police, Fire, and EMS).

Knowledge of the principles and practices of public administration.

Knowledge of risk management and accounting principles.

Knowledge of budgeting and accounting principles.

Knowledge of the structure, functions, and operations of City departments.

Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

Knowledge of Human Resources Information Technology (HRIT), integration with Human Capital Management (HCM) platforms, and experienced in automation technologies for Human Resources

Skill in management and supervision

Skill in problem solving.

Skill in mediating and resolving disputes.

Skill in prioritizing and planning.

Skill in interpersonal relations.

Skill in oral an written communication.

Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively in a workplace of dignity and respect.

The City Manager's Office assigns work in terms of department goals and objectives. The supervisor reviews work through conference, reports, and observation of department activities.

Guidelines include federal, state, and local laws; the City Personnel Policy Manual; benefit plan documents; and retirement plan documents. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application. This position develops department guidelines.

The work consists of varied administrative supervisory, and management duties. The variety of duties and strict regulations contribute to the complexity of the position.

The purpose o this position is to direct the City's human resource and risk management functions. Successful performance ensures the efficient and effective delivery of human resource services wo all City staff and job applicants.

Contacts are typically with coworkers, elected and appointed officials, attorneys, insurance brokers, claims adjustors, consultants, retirees, job applicants, and the general public.

Contacts are typically to exchange information, motivate persons, negotiate matters, resolve problems, and provide services.

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table. The employee occasionally lifts objects and uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.

The work is typically performed in an office.

This position has direct supervision over Senior Human Resources Analyst (1) and Employment Specialist (1).

Requires bachelor's degree in management, Business\Public Administration, Human Resources or similar course of study.

Master's degree in human resources or related field is preferred.

Requires seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in all facets of Human Resources or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

SHRM Senior Certified Professional Certification or HRCI Senior Professional in Human Resources Certification is required; however, not required with a master's degree.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving history.

The qualifications listed above represent the credentials necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. To be successful in this position, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accomodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.