Village of Oak Park Illinois

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Description Department: Human Resources FLSA: Non-UnionExempt Pay Grade: 8 Class specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. DEFINITION Under the direction of the Assistant Village Manager/Director of Human Resources, the Assistant Director of Human Resources supports the management of activities and operations of the Human Resources Department including labor relations, personnel management, benefits administration, equal employment opportunity and coordination of assigned activities with other Village departments and outside agencies. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED Receives general administrative direction from the Director of Human Resources. Exercises supervision over administrative and support staff in the Department. Serves as the Human Resources Director in the absence of the Director. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES - Essential and other important duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Essential duties and responsibilities 1. Assists Director with the management responsibility for Human Resources Department services and activities. May serve as Human Resources Director in the absence of the Human Resources Director. 2. Manages the development and implementation of Human Resources Department goals, objectives, policies and priorities. 3. Supports the development and administration of the Human Resources Department budget. 4. Represents management in labor contract negotiations; coordinates and conducts grievances hearings and monitors and assists with employee/labor relations matters and challenges. 5. Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen and employee inquiries and complaints; investigates and makes appropriate recommendations. 6. Conducts priority recruitment for senior positions within the organization. 7. May serve as the staff liaison to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners and the Citizen Police Oversight Committee or represent the HR Department in other internal and external meetings. 8. Assesses and monitors organizational staffing allocations; develops recommendations and implementation plans for service level sustainability and growth 9. Supports the development and implementation of performance management best practices; recommends improvements related to employee performance evaluation and professional development plans; oversees organization-wide employee training initiatives 10. Oversees departmental data including the tracking and reporting of Human Resources performance measures. 11. Performs related duties and responsibilities as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of: • Operations, services and activities of a human resources management program. Human resources principles and practices. • Principles and practices of public administration, urban affairs, human relations, interpersonal relations, diversity, racial equity or anti-racism work. • Management skills to analyze programs, policies and operational needs. • Principles of Supervision, training, engagement, leadership development and performance evaluation. • Effective communication strategies to get the proper message to a variety of employees and the community. • Current social, political and economic trends and problems of municipal government. • Concerns and interests of civic group, governmental agencies and the general public. • Research and reporting methods, techniques and procedures. Ability to: • Assist in the leadership and direction of the operations, services and activities related to Human Resources as part of a large, sophisticated organization in an urbanized environment diplomatically, effectively managing stressful situations, and projecting a demeanor of calm leadership. • Effectively demonstrate and set the clear expectation of providing excellent customer service to both internal and external constituents. • Assist in the supervision, training and evaluation of staff. • Assist in the development of departmental goals, objectives and procedures. • Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulation. • Research, analyze and evaluate new service delivery methods. • Establish and maintain interpersonal skills in the workplace to effectively communicate and interact with others. • Maintain reasonable and predictable attendance • Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following: - Walking, standing or sitting for extended periods of time - Operating assigned equipment. • Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for: - Making observations - Communicating with others - Reading and writing - Operating assigned equipment • Maintain mental capacity which allows the capability of: - Making sound decisions - Demonstrating intellectual capabilities WORKING CONDITIONS Work in an office environment; sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time and sustained posture in a seated position for prolonged periods of time. No environmental hazards. Diversity Equity & Inclusion Statement The Village of Oak Park commits itself to diversity, equity and inclusion by recognizing that creating a mutually respectful, multicultural and equitable environment does not happen on its own, it must be intentional. This includes providing equal opportunities for everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, ability, military or veteran status or any other characteristics. Requirements Experience and Training Guidelines Experience: Seven (7) years of Human Resources experience. Background in municipal government or related field is a plus. Two (2) years of supervisory experience is also strongly preferred. Training: Equivalent to a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources management, industrial psychology, public administration, government, business administration or a related field. Possession of professional certification such as a Professional or Senior Professional Human Resources by the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) or similar certification is desirable. A combination of experience and education that is equivalent shall also be considered.