2008/10/14 City Council Resolution 2008-167RESOLUTION NO. 2008 - 167
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
APPROVING JOB DESCRIPTION AND SALARY RANGE FOR
HUAMN RESO UR CES AL4NA GER AND
AUTHORIZING RECRUITMENT FOR THE POSITION
WHEREAS, staff has identified an organizational need in Human Resources;
WHEREAS, this organizational need is to address demand for services from Human
Resources and to ensure regulatory compliance by the City;
WHEREAS, staff has developed a Human Resources Manager job description
describing appropriate duties; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager recommends the position of Human Resources Manager
be designated as a Confidential employee, report to the Assistant City Manager or his designee,
and be placed at the following salary range and rate:
Position Range Monthly Salary
Human Resources Manager 94CF $7,427 — 9,027
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park approves the job description and salary range for Human Resources Manager and that the
City Manager (Personnel Officer) or designee is authorized to recruit for the position.
DULY AND REGULARLY ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Rohnert
Park this 14th day of October, 2008.
CITY OF ROHNERT PARK
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City of Rohnert Park
HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER
DEFINITION
Plans, organizes, manages, and directs the City's human resources services and
functions including recruitment, examination and selection, classification and
compensation, employment data and records, employee and labor relations, benefits
administration, workers' compensation, workplace safety, legal compliance, risk
management and employee training.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
The Human Resources Manager is a single - position class responsible for the
administration and coordination of the day -to -day operation of the City's human
resources related programs. The incumbent is expected to work independently and to
possess a wide range of knowledge regarding issues relating to human resources. The
Human Resources Manager job class is distinguished from the Human Resources
Analyst by having overall program responsibility rather than specific project
assignments.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED /EXERCISED
General direction is provided by the City Manager or his /her designee. Supervisory
responsibilities include the direct supervision of a Human Resources Analyst and
Human Resources Technician.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
(These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)
• Formulates, recommends, interprets, and implements rules, policies, and
procedures
• Identifies legal requirements and government regulations affecting human
resource functions, and ensures policies, .procedures, and reporting are in
compliance
• Directs the administration of the recruitment, examination, and selection of
personnel
• Maintains and administers the classification and compensation program
• Directs the administration of the City's benefits programs including the
California Public Employees' Retirement System (CaIPERS) program,
workers' compensation, unemployment insurance, health, dental, vision, and
other benefit programs
• Conducts labor negotiations and implements Memorandums of
Understanding and Compensation Plans
• Administers and serves as a resource for the City's Safety Program including
the Injury and Illness Prevention Program
• Provides technical expertise and assistance to employees, supervisors, and
managers on employee performance, discipline, supervision, and grievances
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• Investigates complaints and recommends appropriate action
• Advises, confers, and counsels employees, supervisors, and managers in the
handling of interpersonal relationships, conflict resolution and consensus
building
• Assists in the mediation and resolution of workplace conflicts
• Provides employee training and development programs
• Supervises the processing of personnel transactions and the maintenance of
appropriate employment data and records
• Directs the employee performance evaluation system
• Prepares the division's annual budget and annual report
• Represents the City's Human Resources Division with community groups and
other governmental agencies
• Performs related duties as assigned
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker in the event of a disaster or
emergency.
QUALIFICATIONS
Sufficient education and /or experience to oversee the human resources function.
Education and /or Experience:
Positions in this class typically require:
• Bachelor's Degree in Business or Public Administration or a closely - related field
from an accredited college or university
• Four years of increasingly responsible experience administering a personnel
program(s) and supervising employees
Licensing Requirements: (positions in this class typically require)
• Valid California Class C Driver's License by date of appointment.
Extensive knowledge of:
• The modern principles, practices and methods of public human resources
management
• Principles and methods of supervision, public relations, recruitment,
examination, job classification, pay, training, equal employment opportunity,
employee relations and office management
Thorough knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of public administration
• Federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting human resources
management
• Research methodology, report writing and basic statistics
Working knowledge of:
• Written and oral communications, including language mechanics, syntax and
English composition
• Volunteer management programs
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Skill to:
• Use spreadsheets and word processing software packages, organizing data
and materials, and preparing reports and documents
Ability to:
• Effectively plan, organize, direct, coordinate, administer and supervise
activities and programs of a public human resources program through
subordinate staff
• Understand, interpret and properly apply provisions of applicable laws,
ordinances, rules, regulations, memoranda of understanding and operating
procedures
• Analyze administrative problems to reach logical and practical conclusions
and institute effective changes
• Prepare and direct the preparation of comprehensive written reports and oral
presentations containing alternative solutions and recommendations
regarding specific resources, plans, and policies
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Deal tactfully, convincingly and effectively with subordinate personnel, public
officials, employees, organizations and the general public
• Ensure proper compliance with Federal and State guidelines, policies, rules
and regulations relating to human resources management
• Develop and update departmental rules, regulations and policies
• Learn and utilize new technology, i.e. specialized HR software systems
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sifting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning,
kneeling, bending, squatting, stooping, and lifting in the performance of daily activities.
The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, fine coordination in
preparing and reviewing statistical reports and data, using a computer keyboard.
Additionally, the position requires near, far, and color vision in reading reports and using
the computer. Hearing is required when providing phone and face -to -face customer
service and participating in meetings. The need to lift, drag, and push files, paper, and
documents weighing up to 25 pounds also is required.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Employee Unit: Confidential Unit
Approved By: City Council
Date Approved: October 14, 2008