Human Resources Labor, Classification and Compensation Manager

The City of Renton is seeking an experienced HR professional to lead a strong group of 3 Senior Employee Relations Analysts and 1 HR Specialist focused on labor/employee relations, recruitment, classification and compensation. Candidates will bring strengths in all areas to support an active Human Resources and Risk Management Department and a rapidly growing city. If you are up for the challenge of learning, growing, teaching, coaching, and process improvement, this may be the role for you!

Working for the City of Renton comes with an excellent benefits package, including:

• Deferred compensation with the City contributing 4% of the employee's salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates.
• Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year.
• State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement Systems (PERS) plan enrollment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage the development, implementation and day to day administration of human resources programs and projects for the City.
• Research, analyze and prepare data, recommendations and presentations for labor negotiations; serves as Chief Spokesperson in contract negotiations as assigned by Administrator.
• Works closely with City management staff to ascertain union/management issues requiring resolution or contract clarification. Develops labor relations strategies. Drafts position statements and contract proposals; collects and analyzes data for use preparing proposals.
• Administer labor relations by overseeing labor/management meetings; resolving labor complaints, disputes, and grievances; ensuring labor contracts are implemented accurately; providing labor contract and practices training, technical advice, and interpretation to management and employees of the City; and responding to requests for information as needed.
• Advise departments concerning human resources matters such as policy implementation, recruitment and selection, classification and compensation, and related issues.
• Conduct or direct the conducting of job analysis and classification studies and recommend appropriate position classification; collect, review and analyze position information and present classification recommendations; prepare or direct the preparation and revision of class specifications and associated salary tables.
• Research and analyze salary data and make recommendations on wage and salary administration; design and conduct salary surveys and compensation studies and analyze compensation data; provide information to other agencies and jurisdictions.
• Consult with department representatives and prepare or direct the preparation of recruitment and selection programs, including written tests, practical examinations and interview questions.
• Conduct research and draft human resources policies, procedures, programs and systems for administrative review; ensures legal compliance with Federal and State labor laws. Design and conduct special projects and studies or take a lead role in organizing and coordinating a team of staff in the preparation of special projects and studies as assigned.
• Conduct workplace interventions and investigations; analyze and recommend solutions to staffing issues, advise on discipline and corrective action measures in compliance with the City policies and collective bargaining agreements.
• Oversees performance management process.
• Oversee the preparation and maintenance of a variety of records and reports related to EEO, FLSA, recruitment, position control, classifications and other human resources data.
• Direct the activities of the Human Resources and Risk Management Department as assigned in the absence of the Administrator; attend meetings on behalf of the Administrator as assigned.
• Provide opportunities for professional development to staff.
• Evaluate employee performance; conduct consistent staff and 1:1 check in meetings with direct reports.
• Delegate, review and ensure timely completion of duties of assigned staff.
• Assist in the development and implementation of department goals that support the City's Mission and Business Plan.
• Train staff; set specific and measurable standards and goals.
• Evaluate human resource operations to improve service, productivity and efficiency, and resolve work-related complaints and issues that cannot be addressed by staff.
• Initiate hiring process and coordinate the onboarding and training of new employees.
• Prepare budgets, monitor and approve expenditures.
• Assist in the development and updating of City policies, ensure proper interpretation and administration of policies by staff.
• Create an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by welcoming and meeting the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Use progressive discipline when appropriate with guidance from an Administrator.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

For a complete description of the Human Resources Labor, Classification and Compensation Manager position, please click here.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or Public Administration, Human Resources Management, Organizational Development, Industrial Relations, Organizational Psychology or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of human resources experience involving employee relations, recruiting, testing, classification, compensation and labor relations.
• Or minimum 9 years of relevant education and experience.
• 2 years supervisory, team leader, or project team management experience.
• Successful passing of a required background check.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees and residents.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work is performed in a typical office environment.
• Noise level indoors is moderately quiet.
• Work evening and/or weekend hours as required.
• Night meetings may be required.
• Partial telework eligible.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The City of Renton embraces a diverse and inclusive workforce and prides itself on promoting collaboration and teamwork in a positive environment while providing high quality services to the community. For more information about the City of Renton, please visit the following website: Why Renton

The City has adopted an anonymous application process that prevents hiring managers from seeing personal identifiers, including candidates' names, addresses, and other similar information. This eliminates the possibility of unintentional or implicit bias during the screening of applications. For that reason, you will not have the ability to attach any documents to your application, including a cover letter or resume. Please make sure to submit a complete, detailed, and updated job application.

Communication from the City of Renton:

We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process. E-mails from rentonwa.gov and/or governmentjobs.com should be placed on your safe domain list to ensure you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders. We also communicate via text and encourage you to sign up for text alerts when completing your job application.

Accommodation

Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing, or interview process may contact msato@rentonwa.gov at least 2 days prior to the need.

Recruitment Process:

The screening process will include a review of minimum qualifications. Applicants selected for an interview will be invited via email to self-schedule a time through the Government Jobs account. At a minimum, this position will be subject to a standard criminal background check and professional reference check.