Human Resources Director

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Lewis County is currently hiring a Human Resources Director within the Human Resources Department.

ALL APPLICANTS MUST GO TO THE LEWIS COUNTY WEBSITE TO GET DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY. APPLICANTS WHO DO NOT FOLLOW DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS LISTED ON THE COUNTY WEBSITE POSTING WILL BE DISQUALIFIED.

Job Type

Regular Full-Time; Exempt

Salary Range

Grade 133 : $9,014-$12,122 / mo. (DOQ)

Nature of Work

• Under general direction, plans, coordinates, and directs the operations and activities of the Lewis County Human Resources Department;
• administers the County’s personnel, labor relations, and public disclosure programs; conducts a variety of labor relations, grievance handling, and employee relations duties;
• participates in performing recruiting, classification, training, benefits, and / or other human resources and management functions;

advises County officials regarding Human Resources-related matters and programs; oversees public disclosure policies; and supervises assigned personnel.

Essential Functions

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.

Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Leads, manages, and coordinates the day-to-day operations of departmental divisions and assigned personnel.
• Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates the performance of assigned personnel; monitors staff for compliance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Implements and develops Human Resources strategies, including workforce planning, talent acquisition, compensation, health and welfare benefits, learning and development, regulatory compliance, safety and wellness, succession planning, and employee / labor relations.
• Directs and administers the discipline of departmental personnel, including terminations, in accordance with County policies and labor agreement provisions.
• Represents management during labor negotiations, hearings, and arbitrations.
• Administers and directs departmental operations and program administration to include public disclosure.
• Researches and stays apprised of legislation affecting the policies and practices of Lewis County; implements necessary changes to County personnel policies;

monitors and ensures the County’s compliance with employment and public disclosure laws and applicable regulatory requirements.

Performs a variety of labor relations functions; interacts with union representatives; participates in collective bargaining negotiations;

directs negotiations and / or independent meetings.

• Performs a variety of employee relations duties; conducts exit interviews and internal investigations.
• Directs the development and implementation of policies and procedures within the department.
• Prepares and presents Requests for Proposals and Qualifications, formal project contracts, and Resolutions for Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) approval.
• Serves on various committees and acts as a representative of the County to outside agencies; liaises with other government entities regarding departmental projects and issues.
• Manages and coordinates the County’s employee orientation and training activities in relation to labor and safety practices.
• Develops, presents, and monitors the department’s budget for approval by the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC); provides recommendations regarding the allocation of County financial resources.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings regarding human resources, and public disclosure matters.
• Prepares and maintains a variety of departmental records, reports, and documentation.
• Maintains and updates the employee handbook and policies and procedures manuals.

Working Environment / Physical Demands

Work is performed in a standard office environment and involves light physical demands and frequent use of a personal computer.

Employment Standards

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field; AND five (5) years’ experience managing and coordinating human resources or public disclosure operations.

Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) certification preferred or may be obtained within 2 years of employment. A valid Driver’s License is required.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of :

• County policies and procedures.
• Human resources and public disclosure principles and practices.
• Department operations, policies, and procedures.
• Regulations governing departmental budget activities.
• Knowledge of Washington State laws and rules of procedure related to public record laws.
• Processes for developing and administering budgets.
• Basic labor law principles and collective bargaining process.
• Supervisory principles, practices, and methods.
• Fiscal policies, procedures, resolutions, and ordinances.
• Legislative processes and implementation.

Skills in :

• Directing and coordinating the County’s Human Resources operations.
• Facilitating the delivery of high-quality service in an efficient, effective, and safe manner.
• Developing and implementing human resources and public disclosure management policies.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with staff, County departments, outside agencies, vendors, contractors, and the general public.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Developing and administering budgets and monitoring departmental expenditures.
• Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a closely related field; AND five (5) years’ experience managing and coordinating human resources or public disclosure operations.

Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) certification preferred or may be obtained within 2 years of employment. A valid Driver’s License is required.

May be required to pass a thorough background investigation. Proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Ability to speak, read, and write the English language effectively.

Experience in lieu of education will be considered as outlined in the Lewis County Employee Handbook.

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