Come work at the nation’s highest incorporated city! The City of Leadville is seeking a Human Resources and Risk Management Director. This is a unique opportunity to build a new department and work with a growing community. The Human Resources Director and Risk Manager will provide leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of all functions of the city’s Human Resources Department, including risk management.

This position provides support to all city departments and works closely with the City Council and other members of a growing administrative team, as well as carrying out city and council goals and directives, developing internal policy and guiding interdepartmental initiatives.

The general duties include but are not limited to the following:

Organizing and directing the activities of the Human Resources Department in a manner that optimizes the use of financial, physical, and human resources in accomplishing assigned functions and achieving city objectives.
Oversees the development and implementation of policies and procedures, confirms compliance with laws, and oversees administration of compensation and benefits programs according to legal plan documents, organizational philosophies, and recognized human resource standards.
Provides direction, oversight and support to the Risk Management Division and its collective policies, procedures, and programs
Establishes and administers employee relations programs and support systems designed to increase equity, improve quality of work life and limit potential sources of employee conflicts and grievances; develops and implements dispute resolution systems, exit interviews, wellness programs, and reward and recognition programs
Presents departmental issues and recommendations on major issues requiring policy direction to the City Council
Prepares and administers the departmental budget. Ensures effective and efficient use of budgeted funds, personnel, materials, facilities, and time.
Provides excellent customer service; communicates courteously and responsibly; provides effective and efficient service both internally and externally.
Establishes and maintains a working environment conducive to positive morale, individual style, quality, creativity, and teamwork

Desired skills and qualifications:

The ideal employee must be organized, self-motivated, and have strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with all levels of the city, outside agencies, and the general public in a positive manner. This position requires the ability to exercise sound judgment and decision making while communicating calmly, respectfully, and professionally.

A Bachelor's degree in human resources, public administration, business management, or a closely related field is required. The position also requires three to five (3-5) years of human resources generalist experience, with prior experience in a management/supervisory role in a human resources department preferred. SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification is highly desired.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary range is between $65,000 - $85,000 annually, depending on qualifications. The benefits package includes health insurance, 457 plan, employee assistance program, paid time off and 15 paid holidays.

Application Deadline: Friday, September 20th, 2024 (or until filled)

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