Human Resources Manager
City of Aliso ViejoDescription
Under general direction of the City Manager, plans, organizes and supervises human resources and risk management programs and activities, including recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, employee benefits, general liability, workers' compensation, safety, property and general insurance administration and loss control; and performs related duties as required.
Examples of Duties
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 this class.
1. Supervise recruitment and selection activities to ensure citywide consistency, job-related valid screening techniques and conformance to Federal and State laws and regulations.2. Oversee the administration of employee group benefits and retirement programs.3. Recommend, plan and conduct Human Resources related training for employees and management.4. Work with third party administrators to conduct the investigation of property, liability and workers’ compensation claims; evaluate the extent of City liability and estimate the settlement value of claims.5. Review insurance needs and make recommendations for appropriate levels of coverage; recommend insurance carriers/administrators; assist in the preparation of specifications for the purchase of insurance and review of insurance policies to determine applicability and procedure requirements for liability claims; participate in the negotiation of policy terms.6. Coordinate with insurance adjusters, legal counsel, underwriters and vendors to ensure the appropriate level of City response to issues.7. Advise departments on employee relations practices; disciplinary matters; reduction and avoidance of future liability.8. Review, analyze and prepare recommendations for personnel, budget, and City policies and procedures.9. Conduct surveys and perform research and statistical analysis on administrative, personnel, fiscal and operational issues; monitor legislation concerning human resources and risk management issues; participate with other staff regarding the City’s legislative platform.10. Perform budget preparation, analysis and administration by collecting data necessary to prepare and monitor operating budget for Human Resources and Risk Management activities.11. Perform other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:
Principles, practices and concepts of human resources administration, recruitment, selection, training and development; general principles and practices of municipal government budget preparation and administration; classification, compensation, human resources information systems, and employee relations practices; Federal, State and Local laws, regulations and ordinances related to equal opportunity and fair employment practices and workers’ compensation; principles, practices and procedures involved in risk management program development, investigation, evaluation, and settlement of personal injury, property, liability, and/or workers’ compensation claims; wellness and safety programs; principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation; research and report writing methods, techniques and procedures; effective interviewing techniques; proper English, spelling, grammar, punctuation use, and business letter writing; modern office practices, procedures, methods, and equipment; knowledge of the basic functions and organization of City government.
Ability to:
Collect and evaluate data; draw conclusions and develop, plan and implement recommendations; interpret and explain City policies and procedures; prepare and present written and oral information in a clear, concise and accurate manner; select, supervise, train and evaluate staff; review and apply Federal, State and Local policies, laws and regulations in coordination with and under the advice of the City Attorney; operate a computer using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint; attend night and/or weekend meetings, events or activities outside normal business hours; travel to various sites and operate a motor vehicle safely.
Education/Training/Experience:
A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in human resources management, public administration, or related field. A Master’s degree in Public Administration or a related field is desirable. Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in human resources and/or risk management or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
A valid Class C California driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the City’s Vehicle Insurance Policy.Physical and Mental Demands
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
The position requires constant sitting and occasional walking and standing; the employee talks and hears, both in person and by telephone. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
The employee uses hands to operate, finger, handle or feel office equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee bends, stoops, or squats to access, place and retrieve files, supplies and records, and reaches, lifts, and move records and documents weighing up to 20 pounds.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data; use math and mathematical reasoning; analyze and solve problems; learn and apply new information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; meet intensive and changing deadlines and interact with City officials, City staff, customers and the public.
Work Environment
The employee typically works in office conditions; the noise level is frequently quiet or moderately quiet.