Friday, April 29, 2016

Assistant to the City Manager, Human Resources

Organization: City of Claremore

Location: Claremore, Oklahoma

Job TypeFull-time

Salary: $40,000 – $55,000; Based on Qualifications


DeadlineMay 6, 2016

Summary:  

Under the general direction of the City Manager, the ATTCM, Human Resources designs, delivers, and supports all human resource solutions to meet management and staffing needs. This position provides tools, concepts and illustrative strategies on issues related to organizational structure and staffing; training and development; compensation and benefits; payroll; safety, health, risk management, workers compensation and employee relations. This position manages one full time compensation and benefits position and shares management responsibilities of a full time payroll/Fire Administration position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
The list of duties is a representative sample of the work appropriate to this position and does not include all the duties that may be assigned to a particular position.

1. Interpret federal/state employee laws
2. Provide guidance and leadership to all Department Managers and Supervisors
3. Work with Management team to develop and implement employee retention
4. Investigate harassment/EEOC complaints
5. Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision of HR department
6. Oversee the development of HR department operational budget
7. Interpret City Managers requirements related to personnel and administration and implement solutions to meet organizational requirements

Job Description:
1. Interpret company rules and regulations and departmental policies and procedures regarding personnel actions for management, employees, and applicants.
2. Conduct job analysis and work with Department Heads to revise job descriptions to meet the needs of state/federal regulations and company requirements.
3. Oversee development Human Resources departmental budget and recommend needs in terms of personnel, materials, services, and supplies necessary to accomplish departmental objectives.
4. Develop employee retention strategies and communicate those strategies to management.
5. Provide various Human Resources reports to management for the purpose of tracking turnover, over time expenditures, department census, and new hires, etc.
6. Establish priorities and work standards of the department in order to meet organizational goals and objectives.
7. Ensure that benefit options are communicated to employees and train subordinate staff in the Human Resources department to ensure a clear understanding of policies and procedures associated with the various benefit programs.
8. Work with Health Insurance and Workers Compensation providers to develop workable benefit plans for the Company.
9. Meet with management to devise strategies to address complex pay issues, i.e. over time expenditures and turn over.
10. Advise managers and supervisors in disciplinary issues and assist managers and supervisors in adhering to procedural details essential to ensure successful operation of the disciplinary process.
11. Investigate charges filed against the company by the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission (EEOC) or other state/federal regulatory agency.
12. Analyze and monitor hiring and promotional practices to ensure compliance with applicable state/federal laws.
13. Review program operations to determine need for new or revised policies or procedures.
14. Analyze information to recommend actions to create, revise, abolish, or merge jobs and assign or revise pay structures.
15. Direct and maintain Flexible Spending Account program.
16. Manage the ongoing research of existing organizational rules and policies and prepares recommendations for changes. 
17. Complete documents from state/federal regulatory agencies requesting information for survey and compliance purposes.
18. Ensure completion of documentation on employee garnishments.
19. Responsible to ensure compliance with HIPAA in all HR functions.

Required Qualifications and Skills:  
1. A bachelor’s degree or
2. Any appropriate combination of education and experience. Master’s Degree and
Professional Certification (PHR or SPHR) preferred.
3. Must be proficient with computers.
4. Must dress in appropriate business and office attire.

Working Conditions: Primary hours will be 8:00AM – 5:00PM Monday – Friday with a flexible work schedule to meet various demands of the position where hours may be long and irregular; primarily inside an office environment with evening meetings and some travel required.

To Apply: Apply online Click Here and contact the city manger Jim Thomas at 918-341-8842 ext. 113 jthomas@claremorecity.com.


Assistant to the City Manager, Communications and Projects

Organization: City of Claremore

Location: Claremore, Oklahoma

Job TypeFull-time

Salary: $16.50 - $26.50 an hour; Based on Qualifications


DeadlineMay 6, 2016

Summary:  
Under the general direction of the City Manager, performs project management and administrative duties; reviews and makes recommendations on complex personnel and performance issues, policy interpretations and resource allocation issues for assigned departments; coordinates between the City Manager, City Council, City officials, governmental agencies and the community. Directs internal and external communications and marketing initiatives; plans and administers corporate media relations; serves as a city spokesperson, and provides leadership and marketing support services for city departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
The list is a representative sample of the work appropriate to this position and does not include all of the duties that may be assigned to a particular position.

1. Direct, coordinate and facilitate City projects, programs and policies.
2. Plan and organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines and follow-up assignments.
3. Review and make recommendations on complex personnel and performance issues, policy
interpretations and resource allocation issues.
4. Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
5. Develop and recommend policies and procedures for the effective management of the City.
6. Present plans, programs, reports and recommendations to the City Manager, Mayor, City
Council, community groups and the public.
7. Establish cooperation and effective communication within the Executive Department and
with other City departments, outside agencies, private organizations and the public.

Job Description:
1. Perform a variety of professional and project management duties involving directing, coordinating and facilitating City projects, programs and policies.

2. Facilitate committees or work groups of City and community leaders; provide direction and
coordination through face-to- face meetings, telephone contacts and written communication.

3. Evaluate the performance of various programs and personnel; coordinate, and participate
in, the activities of the City Management Team.

4. Develop and implement marketing and publications strategy designed to improve and
enhance the public image of the City Manager and City activities.

5. Coordinate between the City Manager, Mayor, City Council, City officials, governmental
agencies and the community; meet with State and federal officials and legislators to
represent Claremore's viewpoint on legislative matters.

6. Enhance, enable and encourage general communication between the City and community
groups such as the Chamber of Commerce, associations, the press, interested citizens,
other government representatives and City employees.

7. Direct the organization, scheduling and production of promotional and public relations
activities for the City; direct the development of outreach programs to encourage citizen
participation in City government and encourage use of public programs and facilities.

8. Provide responsible marketing and public relation counsel to elected officials, city executives
and departments for managing controversial, sensitive and priority issues.

9. Research, write and edit all collateral and communications that include speeches, scripts,
correspondence, fact sheets, and position statements, etc.

10. Manage positive media relations and serve as the organization’s primary liaison to the media.
Provides new releases / leads, press conferences and serves as a city spokesperson for
public appearances and media.

11. Oversee the development of City of Claremore print material to ensure a consistent brand and
message. Coordinate the work of any outside graphic design firms working with the City.

12. Direct the content and appearance of the city’s website and participate in developing
technology to increase organization communications on the city website and social media
outlets.

13. Performs analyses and prepares research reports to serve as a basis for action by the City
Manager.

Required Qualifications and Skills:  
1. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Public Relations, Corporate Communication, Public Administration or related field required or
2. Any combination of relevant experience and education. Prior experience in project management experience preferred.

Working Conditions: Primary hours will be 8:00AM – 5:00PM with a flexible work schedule to meet various demands of the position where hours may be long and irregular; primarily inside an office environment with evening meetings and some travel required.



To Apply: Apply online Click Here and contact the city manger Jim Thomas at 918-341-8842 ext. 113 jthomas@claremorecity.com.

HR Internship

Organization: The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Location: Riverton, UT 

Job TypeFull-time - Temporary (One year duration)

Salary


DeadlineNo deadline

Description 

This HR intern position supports the HR Generalists within the Information and Communications Systems Department with the coordination analysis of HR metrics and execution of basic human resource duties. The position is also responsible for maintaining some Human Resource systems and will be responsible for coordinating the efforts of occasional small projects. The anticipated position duration is 12 months. The intern must work 40 hours: between 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM Monday through Friday. This position is anticipated to begin the end of July. 

Qualifications: 
  • Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college or recently graduated
  • Flexibility and the ability to prioritize changing requirements to meet urgent requests is required to be successful
  • Must be willing and able to learn, get involved, and help improve the processes
  • Expertise in using Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Professional demeanor and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Attention to detail, organization, and follow through
  • Ability to establish priorities, problem solve, and make decisions quickly and effectively without direction
  • Reliability and occupational maturity
  • Ability to multi-task and demonstrate strong time management skills
  • Ability to draft documents in a clear and concise way
  • Demonstrate job flexibility and good team orientation
  • Ability to work fast and efficiently while maintaining a calm demeanor
  • Ability to work full-time 40 hours per week
  • Applying candidates must be able to work well under pressure and complete assignments with short notice
  • Preference given to candidates who have worked in an HR or recruiting environment
Requirements: 
  • Perform data analysis regarding employee demographics, position information, performance calibration, compensation, etc.
  • Collect information needed to make decisions
  • Generate queries
  • Assist with day-to-day generalist tasks
  • Assist in responding to employee requests
  • Maintain other HR processes as assigned
  • Take on responsibility for small projects/special assignments
  • Coordinate efforts of partners on small projects/special assignments such as HR Generalists and Recruiting team
  • Prepare presentations for key partners to facilitate decisions
  • Partner with subject matter experts within the department to collect information for projects and assignments
The HR Intern is essential in supporting many aspects of HR in ICS as we search for the best and brightest computer and technology professionals.
Worthiness Qualification: 
Must be a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and currently temple worthy.

More Information Please Note: All positions are subject to close without notice. 

Find out more about the many benefits of Church Employment at http://careers.lds.org.
To ApplyApply at http://ldschurch.jobs. Click on the "Advanced Search" link and enter the job reference id 153355 in the "Job Opening ID" field after signing in.

Thursday, April 28, 2016

City Administrator

Organization: City of St. Francis

Location: St. Francis, WI

Job Type: Full-time job

Salary$90,000-$110,000 plus benefits, DOQ

DeadlineMay 20, 2016

Description

Located in close proximity to Wisconsin’s largest city and lying on the western shore of Lake Michigan, St. Francis has a rich history with a strong sense of community pride. St. Francis is a special community because it combines small town living with the advantages of a big city environment that creates both convenience and a great culture to live, work, play and learn in. Salary $90,000-$110,000 plus benefits, DOQ. Mayor and six Council Members elected on a non-partisan basis $8.31 M General Fund Budget; $2.3 M in other fund budgets, 57 FT and 45 PT employees. Three active TIF Districts, Sanitary and Stormwater Utilities. Future emphasis on continued planned growth, economic development and sound financial management.

Requires Bachelor’s degree in public or business administration or related field; prefer Master’s Degree with at least 5 years municipal management experience with preference as manager or administrator. Desire a strong background in budget development and financial management; tax increment financing; industrial development/redevelopment; community planning; and cultivating positive and productive relationships with Mayor, City Council, staff and community members.  The successful candidate will demonstrate a high level of integrity; a strong work ethic (commitment to public service); open and positive communication skills; be data driven; have a demonstrated history of stable tenures in other municipalities and possess a team building approach in addressing community issues and problems. Residency is encouraged. Visit the community website at https://wi-stfrancis.civicplus.com.

More Information Visit the community website at https://wi-stfrancis.civicplus.com    

To ApplySend cover letter, resume, salary history and references to Public Administration Associates, LLC, Attn: Kevin Brunner: 1155 W. South Street Whitewater WI 53190; e-mail brunner_kevin@yahoo.com; phone 262-903-9509, by May 20, 2016.  Confidentiality must be requested by applicant and cannot be guaranteed for finalists.