Director of Human Resources - Now Hiring

SALARY: $100,000 - $135,000 Annually

DEPARTMENTAL OVERVIEW: Office of Human Resources

The Caroline County Office of Human Resources administers comprehensive programs aiming to attract, motivate, and retain an efficient, diverse, and productive workforce. The Office of Human Resources works closely with the County Department, Employees and Residents to meet the changing needs of the organization and population.  The Office of Human Resources administers a total compensation program that attracts applicants, maintains internal equity, and completes in relevant labor markets.   

DEFINITION:

This is administrative and professional work at the management level in the Department of Human Resources.  This position receives limited guidance from the County Administrator, administers and coordinates policies, programs and operations regarding the management of the personnel function of County Government, provide leadership and counsel in connection with personnel issues, ensures compliance with appropriate governmental and other regulatory and reporting requirements, ensures fairness of hiring and employment.

The position is determined to be at the executive level and exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act as promulgated in the Code of Federal Regulations 29, Part 541.1.

Works in private office.

EMERGENCY OPERATIONS:

Under the Caroline County Personnel Rules and Regulations, the Director of Human Resources position is designated as “Operations.”  This means the employee is required to report to work during emergencies including severe weather events unless relieved by the County Administrator.  (See Caroline County Personnel Rules and Regulations, Inclement Weather Policy)

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:

Performance will be evaluated periodically in accordance with the County’s Personnel Rules and Regulations and guided by mutually-agreed upon work goals established by the employee and the County Administrator.  The normal probationary period for the position is one (1) year however, this may be extended.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Provides guidance and advice to the Board of County Commissioners and County Administrator with respect to development and application of human resources policies and practices.

• Administers, reviews, analyzes, and develops policies and procedures addressing human resources recruiting, selection, administration, salary, benefits, performance evaluation, reward, discipline and other areas with the County Administrator for adoption by the County Commissioners.

• Develops and ensures that all human resources policies, programs, and operations conform to governmental requirements.

• Applies federal, state, and County laws, regulations and guidelines regarding recruitment, selection, employment, compensation, performance evaluation and termination and conducts periodic audits to ensure such conformance throughout County government.

• Assures accuracy of County work force to meet challenges of strategic Plan and other work plan requirements.

• Develops and maintains proactive employee relations, recognition and communications program.

• Administers, manages, evaluates and recommends necessary modifications to County’s employee classification, compensation and benefits programs to ensure a competitive posture with the labor market.

• Plans, coordinates, supervises and evaluates the performance of employees assigned to the Human Resources Office.

• Develops the Office of Human Resources annual operating budget and capital budget.  Authorizes budgeted expenditures and activities of the Human Resources Department.

• Counsels and ascertains compliance with federal, State and County regulations regarding recruitment, selection, employment compensation, performance evaluations, discipline and terminations and other forms of discipline.

• Maintains liaison with surrounding jurisdictions and external organizations as required to achieve County human resources goals and objectives.  Attends Human Resources related meetings and conferences.

• Conducts exit interviews

• Develops and maintains pro-active employee relations.

• Communicates regularly with the County’s Labor Attorney.

• Address errors and complaints.

• Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of law, principles of human resources practices and reasonable common sense understanding to identify and solve complex human resources problems and to appropriately carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  

• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.  

• Thorough knowledge of the County’s compensation and benefit plans.

• Thorough knowledge of currently acceptable management practices to include budgeting and controlling expenditures; and of the principles of supervision and motivation.

• Working knowledge of grievance management procedures; acceptable federal, State and County HR regulations.

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions and percentages.  

• Ability to interview, train others, communicate in the English language, both in the oral and written form; work under pressure.  

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures; and effectively present information to individuals and groups and respond to questions from groups or managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Read regular size print (vision correction devices are acceptable)

• Hear the normally spoken word at twelve (12) feet (may be enhanced with a hearing aid)

• Discern various odors

• Speak clearly and concisely in the English language to communicate with the public and staff

• Lift, pull, push and carry ten (10) pounds

• Sit for periods in excess of one (1) hour

• Climb stairs, pick up items from the floor; grasp items

• Read and understand government regulations

• Solve moderately difficult problems; write a concise statement of a problem and its recommended solution.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or closely related subject and five years of experience in human resources administration.

High School graduate with or supplemented by courses in accounting, office practice, computer operations, and ten years of clerical and administrative experience, two of which shall have been in human resources administration and four years in a supervisory position in a human resources setting.

REQUIRED LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

Maryland Class “C” Driver’s License.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Substance Abuse Test:   Must pass a pre-employment urinalysis test for designated controlled dangerous substances.

Criminal Background Check:   Must pass a Criminal Background Check as defined in Chapter 1 of the Caroline County Personnel Rules and Regulations.  

Essential Functions:   Must be able to execute the "Essential Functions" listed in this Class Specification at the time of hire and while employed in this class series, unless a request for accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act is received and granted.   

Driving Record:  May have no more than four (4) points on driving record at the time of hire and while employed in this class series.  

Personnel Rules and Regulations:  Must comply with the terms of the Caroline County Personnel Rules and Regulations, including the Substance Abuse Policy, while employed in this class series.  

BENEFITS: Benefits are subject to negotiation and may vary based on the position classification. Final terms will be determined during the hiring process. Contact the Human Resources Office for more information.

Compensation details: 100000-135000 Yearly Salary

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