Human Resource Manager – HR Functions

Albemarle County Government

Department of Human Resources

Full-Time, 12 months

Exempt, Pay Grade 20

VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible

The County of Albemarle is creating a new Human Resources Department!

Through a restructuring initiative, the County of Albemarle has an exciting opportunity to build and implement a new Human Resources Department for the sole function of supporting Albemarle County Local Government.

You are invited to join this unique time as we form the new department. We will be filling positions focused on recruitment, policy, performance management, employee relations, and more! Now is your chance to make an impact in the organization, local community, and those we serve.

We invite you to join us!

Join the Albemarle County Team:

Albemarle County is one of the most desirable locations in Virginia and the nation, with an excellent school system, low taxes, low crime and unemployment rates, a skilled and educated workforce, and a wealth of cultural, historical, and recreational amenities in a beautiful setting. 

It’s our mission to enhance the well-being and quality of life for all citizens through the provision of the highest level of public service consistent with the prudent use of public funds. 

We deliver this in a diverse locality, with rural, suburban and urban characteristics. The Albemarle County Core Values are the foundation for all we do.

• Integrity: We value our customers and co-workers by always providing honest and fair treatment. 
• Innovation: We embrace creativity and positive change. Learn about this from the People of Albemarle. Have you heard about our partnership for an autonomous shuttle in Crozet?
• Stewardship: We honor our role as stewards of the public trust by managing our natural, human and financial resources respectfully and responsibly. 
• Learning: We encourage and support lifelong learning and personal and professional growth. We support our team through internal and external training opportunity. Check out our free in-house training opportunities.
• Community: We expect diversity, equity and inclusion to be integrated into how we live our mission. See how we’re living out this value in the Office of Equity and Inclusion 2020 Annual Report.   

We take care of our team, offering employees BE WELL Albemarle support to provide opportunities to understand and follow an active lifestyle that promotes a culture of good health and wellness.

We take care of the environment, with a department dedicated to programs supporting Pollution Prevention (P2), Energy Conservation and other environmental initiatives.

The HR Manager

The Albemarle County Department of Human Resources is actively recruiting a HR Manager to join our team. The Human Resource Manager provides assistance in planning, administering, managing and evaluating a variety of human resources activities that include development of policies, employment, employee relations, and workplace services for Albemarle County Government. Oversees the recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations activities performed by HR Professionals through coaching, counseling and evaluating team members.

The Expectations

Essential functions and responsibilities of HR Manager include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manage and lead Human Resource professionals in the day to day delivery of HR services, including FMLA Administration, corrective and disciplinary actions,  recruitment and employee relations;
• Assist with the development of strategies for performance management, employee communications, compliance training, and other human resource functions that support the goals and objectives of the department;
• Analyze and interpret personnel policies, procedures and guidelines, as well as, review, edit and provide guidance on written documents of HR team including disciplinary documents and investigation reports;
• Respond to escalated employee concerns. Investigate and research sensitive issues and bring to resolution in a timely manner.
• Ensures that all personnel practices are in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, and Boards policy;
• Analyzes data from reports to determine future programs, tools, and process changes;
• Participates in cross-functional teams, as assigned;
• Serves as back-up to the Director of Human Resources;

• Represent the County at VEC unemployment hearings. This responsibility includes preparing to defend the County’s position, understanding the laws pertaining to unemployment compensation and presenting the total unemployment case to include witness testimony;

• Provides input to HR budget, as well as monitors, estimates, and plans for future needs;

Performs related tasks as required.

THE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university with major work in human resource management, industrial psychology, business or public administration or related field; eight years of related federal, state or local government experience and/or training in human resources and administrative management; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Professional Human Resource Certification issued by IPMA-HR or Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Comprehensive knowledge of the principles and practices of human resource management; Thorough knowledge of the performance management, compensation and benefits, and employee evaluation methodologies; ability to analyze and solve complex human resources problems; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, both orally and in writing; Understanding of employee development and professional growth; comprehensive understanding of state and federal and local employment laws and regulations and the application thereof; sound knowledge of automated HR information systems through the use of a PC; intermediate software skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems; ability to maintain confidentiality of employee information.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to make appropriate recommendations. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints orally and in writing. Ability to make effective presentations to management, employees, public groups, and/or boards of directors. Ability to resolve conflicts.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Possession of human resource professional certification from IMPA-HR, SHRM or HR Certificate Institute is preferred.

Must possess a valid appropriate driver's permit issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Supervises approximately 1-3 employees leading the collaborative work of the HR Consultant, Recruiter and Specialist III. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

THE PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

THE SALARY RANGE

The hiring range for this position is $66,594 - $79,912 per year. Starting offer is based on applicable education beyond minimum requirements and internal equity. The position also provides excellent benefits including 12 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, VRS retirement, and continuing education/training opportunities. This is a full time, FLSA exempt position. Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

There is a travel expectation for this position.

TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY

This position is telework eligible per Albemarle County policy and procedure.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: Position open until Tuesday, January 18, 2022, 5:00 p.m. EST

PROCESS: For consideration please apply at https://albemarleva.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

EOE/EEO

Albemarle County is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate against any group or individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age or disability in regards to any aspect of employment policy and practice: recruitment, testing, selection, assignment, pay, conditions of work, training, leave, overtime, promotion, discipline, demotion, and separation.

This position is subject to Emergency Management Order 21-3 and its amendments to protect our community against COVID-19. All employees, including new hires, are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 OR to be tested for COVID-19 once per week if not vaccinated.