Northern Arizona Council of Governments
Job Description  

Human Resources Manager 

Department:          IDC - Human Resources
Reports To:           Director of Administration
FLSA Status:         Exempt
Salary:                    C-51

SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs a variety of professional duties, of varying difficulty and complexity, relating to the operation of the Human Resources department.  Performs tasks coordinating the following processes and functions related to the human resources management: recruitment; hiring; performance evaluation; training; maintaining the human resource information system (HRIS); FMLA ; worker’s compensation processing and employee benefits.  Maintains policies and procedures and any necessary changes to the personnel handbook.  Develops and implements special programs, performs needs analysis and wage surveys and prepares reports as necessary.  Acts as the Director in that person’s absence.  This is a program funding dependent position. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
·         Working knowledge of state and federal labor laws and regulations.
·         Coordinates and oversees the recruitment process.
·         Develops and maintains human resources information system.
·         Writes and revises job classification specifications.
·         Manages job analysis process in relation to classification system.
·         Recommends and assists in developing goals and objectives, policies and procedures, and implementing modifications.
·         Develops and implements special programs, including new employee orientation and on-going training.
·         Oversees distribution and tracking of new employee paperwork (i.e. W-4’s, A-4’s, benefits information).
·         Develops, updates, and reviews job descriptions according to classification system.
·         Oversees FMLA and worker’s compensation recording and tracking.
·         Coordinates the maintenance of employee driver’s license tracking system and background checks.
·         Provides advice and counsel to division heads, managers, and staff.
·         Provides reports as needed/requested for supervisors and managers.
·         Oversees benefit enrollment.
·         Assists in the administration of a self funded medical, dental and vision program.
·         Other duties as assigned. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job supervises and coordinates the work of HR staff. 

QUALIFICATIONS 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Education and/or Experience
A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or Human Resources from an accredited four-year university and four years experience in Human Resources, including two years of supervisory experience, or any combination of education and experience as approved by the Executive Director.  

Professional certification in Human Resources preferred.  H.R. Generalist or Professional in Human Resources (PHR). 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Knowledge of:
Fundamental principles and practices of personnel administration, particularly in a public agency.
Statistical theory and applications related to testing and reporting.
Research and reporting methods and techniques.
Interviewing techniques. 

Ability to:
Perform professional, technical and analytical personnel work.
Learn federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations pertaining to personnel administration.
Learn the agency and program policies and standards.
Learn job advertising sources, methods and techniques.
Learn job analysis and data collection methodologies.
Collect, compile and analyze information and data.
Conduct job audits; write clear, concise reports and task with particular attention to detail and accuracy.
Communicate effectively with sensitivity; both verbally and writing
Possess strong skills in mediation and conflict resolution.
Problem solve and prioritize. 

Skill in:
Personal computer use; especially in Microsoft Access, Excel, and Word.
Working with HRIS programs.
Employee training, knowledge of adult learning techniques.
Developing effective working relationships with people of varied social, cultural, and educational backgrounds.
Must be bondable and pass a criminal background check and obtain and hold a valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance card. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met, or are encountered, by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear.  The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 

Employee is required to travel on an occasional basis within region, state and infrequently out of state for conferences, training, workshops.  Must be able to drive long distances and stay overnight away from worksite. 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.