Human Resources Manager

Application Period: January 5, 2026 - Open until filled with first review of applications on January 19, 2026.

The Human Resources Manager is a pivotal role within the Administration department. Reporting directly to the Assistant City Manager, this position is responsible for providing direction, oversight and management of all human resources functions. The Human Resources Manager will lead a team to ensure the implementation of policies, programs and initiatives that support the City’s workforce while fostering an inclusive and equitable working environment.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Develop and execute strategic human resource plans aligned with the City’s strategic priorities, goals and initiatives.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance fairness, accessibility, and inclusivity in workforce development, hiring practices, and organizational culture, ensuring policies and practices comply with applicable laws and support a welcoming and respectful workplace for all employees.  
• Lead, mentor, and manage the Human Resources team fostering a collaborative, innovative and supportive work environment that values diverse perspectives. 
• Collaborate with leadership to create and sustain a workplace environment supportive of the City’s values of accountability, community, equity, safety and integrity. 
• Use data-driven approaches to evaluate and improve hiring, retention, and professional development practices, ensuring fair and consistent opportunities for all employees. 
• Oversee the complete employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, development, performance management, and separation processes, ensuring fair and transparent practices. 
• Implement and communicate personnel policies, ensuring compliance with federal, state and local regulations. Regularly review and update policies, including the city’s Cafeteria Plan, to reflect legislative changes and best-practices that support a positive workplace culture.
• Direct the administration of employee benefits programs, including health, retirement, wellness initiatives and lead benefits committee.
• Facilitates discussions between employees and leadership to support a positive work environment.
• Administer labor agreements, manage grievance processes, and disciplinary actions, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and support to department heads and supervisors on HR-related matters, including hiring, leaves, performance management, training, and workforce planning ensuring consistency and fairness.
• Oversee employee leaves of absence programs, including FMLA, providing guidance on benefits eligibility during leaves and overseeing COBRA administration. 
• Manage and oversee the city pay plan, classification, pay equity and job analysis. 
• Manage job description scoring and lead salary studies to ensure competitive and equitable pay structures are implemented.
• Work closely with the Finance Department to oversee the worker’s compensation insurance program.
• Oversee the City’s drug and alcohol testing program, ensuring compliance with City policies and procedures, and maintaining adherence to FMCSA regulations for DOT positions, including implementing necessary updates to align with federal and state regulations.
• Oversee the maintenance of accurate and confidential employee records and HRIS systems.
• Serve as a key liaison between employees, management, and external stakeholders on HR-related issues, fostering a workplace where all employees feel valued and supported.
• Represent the City in meetings, hearings, and related to HR matters.
• Continually shows respect for diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and interests. Exhibits sensitivity to the needs of diverse audiences in all duties performed on behalf of the City to support the City’s efforts to foster a workplace that reflects its values of inclusivity, integrity and respect.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned. 

The City of Roseville is dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce. The City seeks to be the place where a diverse mix of talented people want to work. We are focused on equity and believe that diversity brings a unique and important perspective to the work we do. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in human resources, including at least 3 years in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience in organizational development, change management, or leading workplace initiatives.
  
  

• Strong knowledge of HR principles, including hiring, employee relations, performance management, and employment law.
• Working knowledge of compliance with federal, state and local employment laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public sector personnel administration.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience facilitating discussions, training, or workshops.
• Ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
• Ability to analyze data to guide decision-making.
• Skilled in problem-solving and navigating complex situations.
• Experience leading culture and engagement initiatives.
• Familiarity with HR software (HRIS) and office tools.
• Strong ethical judgment and confidentiality.

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Most work is performed in a normal office environment with occasional attendance at evening meetings and events. There is occasional exposure to a multitude of elements including stress, pressure, and inability to control work pace. Occasionally the job may involve working with and calming individuals who are emotionally charged over an issue. 

Travel within the City or region to work with the community or attend meetings is likely to occur intermittently which may require use of a personal vehicle. Limited lifting of 20 pounds or less is required less than 15% of the time. 

The Human Resources Manager is responsible for varied technical, complex, and confidential functions, many of which have deadlines and require significant attention to detail. Approximately 70% of the time, work is performed at the highest level of detail under the pressure of deadlines.

Activities that occur constantly (5–8 hours/shift): sitting reading, typing, talking, hearing, and performing repetitive motions, such as using a keyboard or mouse.
Activities that occur frequently (2–5 hours/shift):  walking, standing, and engaging in face-to-face interactions
Activities that occur occasionally (up to 2 hours/shift): feeling and eye/hand/foot coordination, bending or reaching to access files or office equipment, and light lifting (up to 10 pounds)
Activities that occur rarely (do not exist as regular part of job): pushing, pulling, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, and grasping