Human Resources Director

Salary : $92,978.64 - $119,830.32 Annually
Location : Madras Oregon, OR
Job Type: Full Time FTE with Benefits
Job Number: 2023 - JJ30
Department: General Admin
Opening Date: 11/08/2023
Closing Date: 12/10/2023 12:00 AM Pacific
Description
Jefferson County is seeking applicants for Human Resources Director
$10,000 hiring bonus and up to $3,000 in moving expenses!
This position serves as the main point of contact for all Human Resources operations and is responsible for reliably handling and safeguarding sensitive Human Resource and collective bargaining information; providing technical assistance to applicants and employees; initiating and preparing personnel paperwork and providing support for other operational affairs as needed in the County Commissioners office.
This position reports to the County Administrative Officer and receives directions from County Counsel. The HR Director exercises a high level of independence combined with professional judgment related to established policy, procedures and guidelines. The position supervises Human Resources Department employees.
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Essential Duties

• Develops, tracks and manages job descriptions, announcements and advertising efforts amongst department recruitment efforts. Serves on task forces, committees and interview panels as needed.
• Maintains and updates Human Resources webpage.
• Researches and prepares analysis on legislation, regulations and law changes that impact HR practices and County policies/procedures.
• Provides assistance to departments with progressive discipline, due process and/or layoff procedures as assigned.
• Prepares and maintains forms, letters, records, logs and files regarding Human Resources records management and notices required by law.
• Conducts new employee orientation, and assists with retirements, retention and terminations.
• Assists supervisors on employee rights, benefits, personnel policy administration, collective bargaining agreements, problem solving, conflict resolution and recruitment matters.
• Conducts investigations, inquiries, and assessments of employment related issues as needed. Prepares investigative reports; and makes effective recommendations for action.
• Manages the administration of employee benefit programs, including health, dental, optical, Deferred Compensation, Cafeteria Plans (H.S.A. & VEBA), sick leave, vacation leave, comp time, FMLA/OFLA leave, ADA, workers' compensation and other similar employee benefits.
• Acts as Chair of the County Safety (or may designate a qualified representative).
• Tracks and maintains workers' compensation claims and maintains records to compile annual workers' compensation audit report.
• Submits employee benefits and changes in pay to Finance for payroll processing.
• Researches and develops periodic personnel training programs for Department Directors/Elected Officials.
• Recommends applicable changes to collective bargaining contracts, personnel policy rules and regulations; and, implements changes by notifying appropriate departments and offices.
• Responsible for the development of countywide policies and procedures as they relate to personnel; assesses the priority and impact of proposed policies and procedures, and interprets and communicates these policies to elected officials, department heads, employees, and the community.

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Qualifications
Education/Experience/Knowledge:
Requires the equivalent education to completion of a Bachelor's degree with major course work in Human Resources, business, public administration, organizational development or directly related field AND four years of relevant experience in human resource management, OR any equivalent combination of experience and training. Prior work experience may be substituted for degree. Two years' experience preferred in public sector Human Resources. Preference for candidates certified as a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR).
Supervision of Employees:
HR Director will be responsible for a full range of supervisory responsibilities, including providing daily work direction and making substantive recommendations regarding hiring, disciplining and terminating employees, making pay adjustments, conducting performance appraisals, approving absences, and/or making employee job/assignment changes. Typically, would supervise nonexempt personnel doing similar types of work. The supervisory span will usually cover a moderate number of individuals but could be a smaller number of more specialized specialists or generalists.
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Supplemental Information
This position is based on the successful completion of a twelve-month probationary period.
Jefferson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
If you are a Veteran and wish to request Veterans' preference credit, please click to complete the Veterans' preference form and upload with the required documentation as part of your application.
KEEP MORE OF YOUR PAYCHECK with Excellent Benefits!
BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Low-cost group medical plan (employee pays $118 a month to include family coverage)
  1. Access to Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Network
  2. Deductible of $200 (individual) or $600 (family) per year
  3. Co-Insurance is primarily 80%/20% for in-network services
  4. Max Out of Pocket of $2,200 (individual) or $4,600 (family) per year
  5. Office Visit Co-Pay of $15 for both general and specialist
  6. Low-cost Prescription Drug co-pay
• Vacation (Earn 8 hours a month to start)
• Sick Leave (Earn 8 hours a month)
• Plus Admin Leave (Earn 2 hours a month)
• Nine paid Holidays
• Oregon PERS Retirement (employer/employee participation varies)
• 457(b) Deferred Comp Plans Available
• VEBA HRA Account employer contribution

•Medical, Vision and Dental Coverage
•HRA Account with employer contribution
•Vacation
•Sick Leave
•9 Holidays
•Basic Life Insurance
•Oregon PERS Retirement (employer/employee participation varies)
•457(b) Deferred Comp Plans Available
•Discounted Air Ambulance membership available
•Flexible Spending Program
•Employee Assistance Program
•Voluntary Benefits through AFLAC and American Fidelity