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Department Human Resources Officer (Vacancy)

Salary

$46.17 - $69.29 Hourly

Location

Varies by position

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

24-0893-V3

Department

30 Department of Public Safety

Division

Office of the Public Safety Director

Opening Date

12/06/2024

Closing Date

12/27/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

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Definition

Are you ready to make a difference supporting first responders?

The Department of Public Safety is seeking a second HR Officer.

We’re seeking an energetic and self-motivated person ready to help lead our Human Resources function and support our dedicated team of first responders. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of Public Safety and contribute to a mission-critical organization.

If you’re passionate about Public Safety and ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.

Note: Remote work is not available for this position and Public Safety employees are expected to be Drug Free.

Under general direction, is responsible for the administration of all human resources related activities for a large department; performs related duties as required.

Examples of Work

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.)

Develops and administers departmental human resources policies and procedures consistent with Citywide policies and federal, state, and local law;

Advises the executive, managerial, and human resources staff for the department and/or division(s) of problems, issues, and matters relating to human resources to include employee/labor relations, organizational development, performance improvement, crisis intervention, staffing, occupational safety, benefits and compensation, payroll, and other federal, state, and local laws and regulations;

Approves, on behalf of the Appointing Authority, all personnel/payroll transactions for the department, including hiring, termination, pay rate changes, disciplinary actions, and certification of payroll adjustment to the Auditor’s Office;

Oversees the administration of employee benefits to include healthcare, short-term disability, injury leave, and workers’ compensation programs for the department;

Participates in the budget process by providing information and advice on staffing, reorganization, collective bargaining, and other issues having impact on the department’s budget;

Researches, investigates, and resolves complaints received by the department pertaining to human resources activities of a legal or other nature for the department;

Represents the department to and consults with the City Attorney’s Offices on federal, state, and local legal human resources issues such as Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), City, State (PERRP), and Federal occupational safety regulations and standards, the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Worker’s Compensation, and other pertinent legislation;

Prepares comprehensive and technical reports, analysis, correspondence, and other documents related to human resources matters for the department;

Supervises professional and support staff engaged in performing human resources and labor relations activities;

Serves as the department representative on Civil Service matters such as classification review, specification development, etc.;

Serves as the department’s liaison with the City’s labor relations unit on matters such as collective bargaining, grievances, arbitrations and mediations, disciplinary actions and appeals, etc.;

Represents the department on various boards, committees, or teams;

Participates in professional activities to remain knowledgeable regarding developments in the field of human resources and labor relations;

Administers collective bargaining agreements; represents the department in arbitrations, mediations, contract negotiations, and disciplinary proceedings;

Serves as the department representative to the City Attorney’s Office in all employment related litigation; testifies on behalf of the City in Federal Court, Common Pleas Court, and SERB proceedings as needed;

Implements procedures and responds to issues, complaints, and requests pertaining to FMLA, ADA, and EEO regulations, and workers’ compensation/disability claims;

Represents the department in human resources related matters in various Citywide forums including presentations to the Mayor, City Council, the Civil Service Commissioners, community leaders, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of professional human resources experience, two (2) years of which must have involved managing a human resources program or function. Substitution(s): A master’s degree in an administrative science or a closely related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required non-managerial experience. A law degree may be substituted for two (2) years of the required non-managerial experience.

Test/Job Contact Information

Recruitment #: 24-0893-V3

Employment Type: Full-Time (Regular)

Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact:

Holley Fannin

Department of Public Safety

77 N Front Street

Columbus, Ohio 43215

P: (614) 6454288

E: HLFannin@Columbus.gov

The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following:

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Short-term Disability

• Life Insurance

• Wellness Program

• Tuition Reimbursement

Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information.

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Agency

City of Columbus

Address

77 N. Front Street, Suite 330

Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Phone

(614) 645-8301

Website

https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission

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