Human Resources Manager

Definition

The City of Benicia is currently reviewing the structure of the Human Resources Department to determine whether this position will be full-time or part-time. Please note that it is possible that the role may be designated as an hourly, part-time position without benefits. We are accepting applications from candidates interested in either full-time or part-time employment.

Distinguishing Characteristics

• Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of the Human Resources Division and the City’s Human Resources Management System including employee and labor relations, equal employment opportunity, recruitment and selection, employee benefits, classification and compensation, development and administration of policies and procedures, workers compensation, safety and employee risk management, and employee training and development programs.
• Receives administrative direction from the City Manager. Exercises direct supervision over assigned personnel.

Representative Duties / Qualifications

• Establish goals, objectives, policies, procedures and priorities related to the activities of the Human Resources Division and the City’s Human Resources Management System;
• Analyzes and develops recommendations on a wide range of personnel related issues;
• Serves as a resource to City supervisors, managers, department heads, and City Manager;
• Maintains confidentiality;
• Provides technical assistance as necessary;
• Selects and supervises professional, technical and clerical staff of the division;
• Oversees and assists in the administration of the City’s Personnel Rules and Regulations

Knowledge

• Principles, practices, methods and laws pertaining to public personnel administration including municipal employee relations, equal employment opportunity, anti-sexual harassment, workplace violence, recruitment, job analysis, employee benefits, classification, compensation and training;
• Analytical, statistical and research methods;
• Modern management methods and practices including supervision and training;
• Municipal budget administration, and basic computerized systems.

Qualifications

• Education: Equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university with major work in public administration, human resources, business administration or a closely related field.
• Experience: At least five years of broad and increasingly responsible experience in human resources, including at least two years of supervisory/management responsibility and two years of experience in employee/labor relations. Experience in a local government agency is preferred.

Supplemental Information

• To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience that is described or included in your supplemental responses(s) should have occurred during employment of one/more of the Employers you listed in the "Work Experience" section of your application. If not, you will need to provide additional information as to where/how you received that experience.
• I have read and understand the above instructions.

Instructions for Applicants

• To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience that is described or included in your supplemental responses(s) should have occurred during employment of one/more of the Employers you listed in the "Work Experience" section of your application. If not, you will need to provide additional information as to where/how you received that experience.
• I have read and understand the above instructions.

Interest in Full-Time vs Part-Time Position

• I am only interested in a full-time position
• I am only interested in a part-time position
• I am interested in either full-time or part-time

Highest Level of Education Completed

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, Human Resources, Business Administration, or closely related field
• Bachelor’s degree in another field
• Master’s degree in Public Administration, Human Resources, Business Administration, or closely related field
• Master's degree in another field

Local Government/Public Sector HR Experience

• No, but I have HR experience in other sectors
• Yes, 1–4 years
• Yes, 5+ years

Supervisory or Management Experience in HR

• Less than 2 years
• 2–4 years
• 5–7 years
• 8+ years

Previous HR Role Description

• Please describe your highest-level role within a Human Resources Department (preferably in local government). Include the HR duties you performed and indicate your level of expertise in each area of responsibility.

Complex Workplace Issues Experience

• Please describe your experience resolving complex workplace issues, communicating sensitive information, and working in organizationally complex environments

Executive Leadership Advising Experience

• Please describe your experience advising executive leadership

Recruitment, Employee Relations, Compensation, Benefits, and Training Experience

• Please describe your experience in Human Resources, including recruitment, employee relations, compensation, benefits, and training. Please include your level of responsibility and involvement.

Employee or Labor Relations Experience

• Please describe your experience in employee or labor relations, including handling grievances, disciplinary actions, or negotiations. Please include your level of responsibility and involvement.

Collective Bargaining Experience

• Please describe your level of involvement in collective bargaining (e.g., participated as a team member, led portions of negotiations, served as chief negotiator) and indicate the number of years of experience.

Familiarity with Employment Laws and Regulations

• Please describe your experience with employment laws and regulations, such as EEO, FMLA, and ADA.

Workers' Compensation Experience

• Please describe your experience with workers’ compensation, including your level of responsibility and involvement.

HR Programs, Policies, or Initiatives Development Experience

• Please describe your experience developing or implementing HR programs, policies, or initiatives to improve organizational effectiveness or compliance.

Budget and Resource Management Experience

• Please describe your experience managing a Human Resources department budget and/or departmental resources, including your level of responsibility and scope of oversight.

HR Management System Familiarity

• Please describe your familiarity with Human Resources Management Systems (HRMS/HRIS) such as NeoGov, Workday, PeopleSoft, SAP SuccessFactors, ADP, Tyler Munis, UKG/Kronos, or similar. For each system, please identify your level of experience (e.g., basic, intermediate, or advanced).

Additional Education, Experience, or Certificates

• If desired, please explain any education, experience, special training or certificates you have that would help you in this position that have not been previously addressed in your application or supplemental questions.

Verification of Information

• Please certify that the information and statements made in connection with this application and supplemental questionnaire are complete and true to the best of your knowledge.