Human Resources Manager

Summary

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.

January 5, 2026 – Open until filled, with first review of applications on January 19, 2026.

• 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.
• Facilitate 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 show respect for diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and interests. Exhibit 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.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Experience:
  
  5+ years of experience in human resources, including at least 3 years in a…