POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the City Administrator , the Human Resources Director is responsible for planning, directing, and administering all human resources functions for the City of Goddard. This position serves as both a strategic advisor to leadership and a hands-on practitioner, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits, policy development, training, compliance, and risk management in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations. Serves as staff advisor to the City Administrator and City departments on all personnel matters for the City.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. However, they are not to be construed as exclusive or all–inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may also be required or assigned.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensures compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEOC, HIPAA, COBRA, and applicable state statutes.
• Oversees workers’ compensation claims, unemployment claims, and related reporting.
• Maintains accurate personnel records and ensures confidentiality.
• Assumes designated leadership and operational duties of another team member during temporary absences to ensure continuity of operations, subject to City Administrator’s direction.

Recruitment and Employment

• Coordinates recruitment and selection processes, including job postings, application screening, interviews, background checks, and hiring recommendations.
• Ensures fair, consistent, and legally compliant hiring practices.
• Develops job descriptions and assists with position classification and compensation analysis.

Employee Relations

• Provides guidance and support on employee relations issues, including discipline, grievances, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Ensures consistent application of personnel policies and employment standards across departments.
• Promotes a positive workplace culture and employee engagement.

Compensation and Benefits

• Administers employee benefit programs, including health insurance, retirement, leave programs, and wellness initiatives.
• Coordinates annual benefit renewals and serves as liaison with benefit providers and brokers.
• Assists with wage and salary studies and pay plan administration.
• Assist employees with questions regarding employee benefits and handbook policies.

Payroll Processing

• Complete bi-weekly payroll for all employees and pay associated benefit vendors and taxes.
• Maintain and process legal orders for child support deductions and garnishment payments through payroll, status of claims, and facilitate communication with workers’ compensation insurance carrier.

Training and Development

• Coordinates employee training programs, including onboarding, supervisory training, safety training, and compliance-related education.
• Advises supervisors on performance evaluation processes and employee development planning.

Administration and Budget

• Develops reports, metrics, and analysis related to workforce data, turnover, and compliance.
• Participates in management team meetings and contributes to organizational planning.
• Prepare monthly and annual reports necessary for State, Federal and local government agencies.
• Remains educationally current on legislative or industry standardized policies and procedures upcoming and/or approved changes; and assures the City conforms to related legislative requirements and utilizes industry best practices.
• Work extended hours as required to accommodate needs of the department or organization, including attendance at or facilitation of evening or weekend meetings.
• Develops, updates, and administers personnel policies, procedures, and employee handbooks.
• Serves as a confidential advisor to the City Administrator and department heads on personnel matters.
• Prepares and manages the Human Resources budget.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors’ degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business or Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Industrial Relations, or a related field; OR
• Associates degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Business or related field plus PHR, SHRM-CP or PSHR-CP (IPMA-CP) professional human resources certification and previous public sector Clerk or Human Resources experience.
• A minimum of three (3) to five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in human resources.
• Supervisory or lead worker experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in public sector human resources administration.
• Professional human resources certification such as PHR, SHRM-CP or PSHR-CP (IPMA-CP).

REQUIRED JOB COMPETENCIES

• Extensive knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of public personnel administration and human resources management.
• Intermediate proficiency with office computer applications for word processing, spreadsheet and presentation; some experience with human resources information systems (HRIS).
• Thorough knowledge of Human Resources techniques utilized in employee relations, discipline, recruitment, job classification, job analysis, record-keeping, labor relations, and training.
• Knowledge of application and interpretation of Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, ordinances, and legal precedents governing human resources administration, labor relations, and equal opportunity.
• Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices, including program planning, contract requirements, budgeting, direction, coordination, and evaluation.
• Skill in analyzing complex administrative information and issues, defining problems and evaluating alternatives, and recommending methods, procedures, and techniques for resolution of issues.
• Skill in managing multiple projects, and prioritizing multiple tasks and demands.
• Ability to develop department goals and objectives and perform planning and budgeting functions.
• Ability to apply judgment and discretion in resolving problems and interpreting policies and regulations.
• Ability to effectively conduct meetings, hearings, investigations, and interviews.
• Ability to communicate detailed and often sensitive information effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain accurate records of assigned activities and operations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with employees, applicants, government officials, co-workers, union officials, and the general public.
• Ability to develop new HR policies and programs based on business requirements.
• Solid business acumen, management reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive interpersonal situations calmly and tactfully.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding business-related files, reports and conversations, within the provision of Freedom of Information Act and other applicable State and Federal statutes and regulations.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in both written and verbal form.
• Ability to develop, interpret and implement local policies and procedures; written instructions, general correspondence; Federal, State, and local regulations.
• Ability to think quickly, maintain self-control, and adapt to stressful situations.
• Organizational and time management skills needed to meet deadlines.
• Ability to analyze facts and to exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions.

The salary range is $95,000 - $115,000 depending on qualifications.