Director Human Resources

Salary : $102,999.92 - $123,599.89 Annually
Location : Iowa City, IA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 00747
Department:Human Resources
Opening Date: 12/21/2023
Closing Date: 1/14/2024 11:59 PM Central
Definition & Duties
Under general direction of the Board of Supervisors, administer activities relating to the county's Human Resources function. Assure compliance with employment laws and standards, collective bargaining agreements and policies established by the Board of Supervisors. Direct overall coordination of employment policy development and administration, management practices, employee/labor relations, compensation and benefit plans, recruiting, risk management: liability, safety/worker's compensation, and training and development. Manage Human Resources Department, staff, and HR-related budgets including the health care pool.
Knowledge of & Ability to

• Federal and state laws/regulations as they pertain to employment
• Johnson County policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements
• Human resources functions
• Principles and practices of public management, administration, and labor relations
• Current office practices and procedures
• Human Resources Information Systems
• English language to include grammar, spelling, sentence structure and vocabulary; and proofreading skills

Ability to:

• Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with department heads/elected officials, employees, agencies and members of the public
• Handle confidential employee and administrative information with tact and discretion
• Exercise sound professional judgment and resourcefulness in the solution of personnel problems
• Provide customer service that is courteous and responsive
• Interact effectively with persons from widely divergent backgrounds, interests and points of view
• Be detail-oriented when working with documents and information
• Develop, administer, and interpret county employment policies, procedures, and collective bargaining agreements
• Recruit, hire, train, manage, evaluate, discipline, and motivate staff in accordance with county employment policies
• Prepare, justify, monitor and work within a budget
• Plan and organize operation of the Human Resource office and activities
• Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to groups and individuals in formal and non-formal situations
• Read and understand technical material
• Collect data, keep accurate and organized records, and ensure timely preparation of reports
• Handle multiple tasks and competing priorities
• Type 45 wpm accurately and use a computer for the purposes of word processing, data entry, spreadsheets, presentations, desktop publishing, email and the Internet
• Handle moderate to high levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position
• Operate common office equipment such as typewriters, calculators, fax and postage machines, photocopiers, and multi-line telephones
• Follow vague directions to complex oral and written instructions
• Organize and present facts, ideas, and opinions clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Have clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication
• Have sufficient manual dexterity to make handwritten notations and which permits moderate to heavy use of a keyboard and mouse
• Have sufficient vision which permits moderate to heavy production and review of a wide variety of materials both in electronic and hardcopy forms
• Lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 25 pounds
• Sit, stand, walk, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, squat, bend, twist and reach
• Have sufficient personal mobility to complete work at various county facilities
• Work flexible schedule and additional time as needed

Minimum Education, Training & Experience & Special Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources management or closely related field and five (5) years of progressive generalist experience in personnel administration. Professional Human Resources Certification, public sector and supervisory experience preferred.
Special requirements: Must pass background investigation. Valid driver's license and insurable under county liability coverage. May also require use of private vehicle for official business.
Specific Duties
to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Provide guidance and direction to department heads/elected officials and employees regarding human resource related questions and management practices problems. Facilitate resolution of personnel concerns; develop discipline and performance improvement plans when appropriate.
• Manage personnel by making department head decisions including recruiting, selecting, training, evaluating, promoting, disciplining, and discharging employees as appropriate.
• Develop, recommend to the Board of Supervisors, administer, and interpret personnel policy.
• Serves as a member of the County's union negotiation team and administers/interprets collective bargaining agreement language.
• Responsible for employee/labor relations including collective bargaining and grievances. Serve as management representative in negotiations and with contract compliance.
• Oversee recruiting efforts for departments and assist the Board of Supervisors with vacancies: update job descriptions, write advertisements, screen applications/resumes, schedule and facilitate interviews, check background/references, and correspond with applicants.
• Manage employee benefit programs including day-to-day administration. Coordinate plan renewals and enrollment; ensure compliance with 509A, 513C.10, and CMS notification of Creditable Coverage; and initiate RFP's as necessary.
• Initiate and maintain position classification and compensation plans including job evaluation. Review payroll/personnel authorizations.
• Coordinate employee orientation and training/professional development. Conduct terminations, retirement meetings, and exit interviews.
• Coordinate diversity efforts, maintain Affirmative Action Plan and respond to EEOC complaints.
• Oversee FMLA and leave administration, unemployment claims and appeals.
• Oversee risk management, safety program, workers' compensation claims, liability, and alcohol/drug testing program.
• Oversees and administers the County's compensation and benefits program, including creating job descriptions, administering the job evaluation process, conducting salary surveys, providing cost analysis and recommendations for County strategic plan and policy changes.
• Coordinate employee events such as the Johnson County fair presence, employee appreciation lunch, United Way/Iowa Shares and other charitable campaigns. Ensure employee communication and contribute to employee newsletter.
• Prepare and monitor HR related budgets including non-bargaining merit and health care fund.
• Keep the Board of Supervisors apprised of human resource issues and provide HR strategic planning.
• Represent Johnson County and attend work-related meetings, conferences and seminars. Participate in committees such as Labor Management, JET/HR Compensation Team, and Diversity.
• Provide back-up for Human Resources team members as needed.
• Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.
• Attend work regularly.

Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application.
Employee Benefits
The following is a summary of benefits for full-time, non-bargaining County employees. Benefits, privileges and duties for employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement may vary depending on specific contract provisions.
Compensation
Employees serve a six-month probationary period and are eligible for meritorious performance compensation increases based upon performance evaluations. Across the board compensation increases are considered by the Board of Supervisors, and are made effective July 1 annually.
Vacation

• During 1st through 4th years: 3 working weeks
• During 4th through 9th years: 4 working weeks
• During 9th through 19th years: 5 working weeks
• During 19th or later years: 6 working weeks

Holidays
12 paid holidays per year plus 2 personal holidays:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King's Birthday
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Juneteenth
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving Day and day after
• Christmas
• Floating Christmas holiday

Sick Leave
Accrues at the rate of 18 days per year on a per-pay period basis to a maximum accrual of 120 days. After accumulation of 90 sick days, employees may convert sick leave to vacation on a 4:1 basis.
Parental Leave
A paid two-week (80 hour) paid parental leave is provided to full-time benefit eligible parents to allow for child bonding time. This includes child's birth, adoption, placement in the home or court appointed guardianship.
Wellness Program
Voluntary wellness activities, screenings, educational opportunities and incentives are offered throughout the year for employees and their families.
Employee Assistance Program
Employees and their families may contact Synchrony for free EAP counseling and referral services.
Health Care Coverage
Eligible employees may elect health care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment.

• Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa is the third party administrator for this self-funded plan
• PPO with 90/10 in-network and 80/20 out-of-network co-insurance; $275 deductible single or $550 deductible family; $1000 out-of-pocket maximum single or $2000 out -of-pocket maximum family
• Single coverage is $32/month for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is $112.00/month.

Dental Care Coverage
Eligible employees may elect dental care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee.
Vision Care Coverage
Eligible employees may elect vision care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee.
Flexible Spending
Eligible employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for out-of-pocket health, dental and vision expenses that are not reimbursable through another source. Employees may also set aside pre-tax dollars for dependent care expenses.
Life Insurance
Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. Coverage is 1 times annualized compensation rounded up to the nearest thousand in group term life insurance and AD&D. Max covered salary $100,000.
*Supplemental Life Insurance
The County offers to all benefit-eligible employees additional life insurance coverage that may be purchased for employees, spouses and children at guarantee basis.
Long-Term Disability
Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. County provides up to 2 years of long term disability coverage at 66 2/3% of the employees wages as a result of injury, sickness or pregnancy; employees may opt to purchase additional coverage.
IPERS
Iowa Public Employee Retirement System is a mandatory defined benefit retirement plan designed to supplement both Social Security and private savings. Non law-enforcement employees contribute 6.29% and the County contributes 9.44%.
Deferred Compensation (457)
A deferred compensation plan is offered that provides tax advantages and an additional means in which to save for retirement with an easy payroll deduction. Employees may select from several companies offering deferred compensation. The County will match up to $40/biweekly, and employees are vested on day 1.
Discounted Bus Pass
Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to purchase discounted bus passes for Iowa City Transit and Coralville Transit for commuting to/from their jobs as Johnson County employees. Bus pass availability is subject to available funds and continuation of the program.
Johnson County is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.
Women, minorities and elderly are encouraged to apply.