Human Resources Manager (Vacancy)

Definition

This full-time Human Resources Manager position will manage and lead department-wide workforce development efforts to create employment and career advancement pathways for individuals while working closely with the recruitment team for the Department of Public Utilities. The incumbent will participate in department/divisional reorganizations; ensure proper utilization of class plan by analyzing position requirements and responsibilities; provide feedback regarding current and proposed content of class specifications; create and oversee partnerships with external partners; supervise and manage professionals conducting workforce development activities for the department; meet with Divisions to maintain open communication channels with employees and managers by answering questions, explaining policies and procedure, and disseminating updated personnel related information. 

Under general direction, is responsible for administering the human resources functions for a department, division, or agency or is responsible for administering a specialized human resources activity for a department or the City; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Serves as an advisor to management on matters related to human resources;

Participates in departmental/divisional reorganizations; ensures proper utilization of class plan by analyzing position requirements and responsibilities; provides feedback regarding current and proposed content of class specifications;

Complies with federal, State, and local employment laws and regulations by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating new requirements, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions;

Ensures compliance with labor contractual agreements by monitoring and implementing contractual requirements, conducting investigations, and representing the department/division at all stages of the disciplinary and grievance process;

Administers or oversees all aspects of the appointment process to include new hires, promotions, demotions, suspensions, and terminations;

Investigates employees whose behavior may violate City work rules and holds hearings that could result in disciplinary action;

Prepares special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends;

Keeps management informed, in a timely matter, of all situations, which could affect the accomplishment of goals and objectives;

Reviews and/or makes recommendations to departmental/divisional policy and procedures pertaining to human resources;

Maintains personnel records by developing and enforcing filing and documentation systems;

Maintains open communication channels with employees and managers by answering questions, explaining policies and procedures, and disseminating updated personnel related information.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor’s degree and three (3) years of professional human resources experience in a human resources office, company, firm, or department. Substitution(s): A master’s degree in a human resources related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-0894-V6

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Brittany DelaCruz

Department of Public Utilities

Division Office of the Public Utilities Director

910 Dublin RD RM 4150

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 645-0500

E: Bldelacruz@columbus.gov 

Applicants may inspect and acquire a copy of the City of Columbus, Department of Public Utilities EEO Plan by visiting the DPU website at http://utilities.columbus.gov/

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City’s Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City’s human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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