Human Resource Manager

City of Oakbrook Terrace, Human Resource Manager

The City of Oakbrook Terrace (pop. 2,714) is seeking an experienced and innovative leader to guide the advancement of the City’s strategic goals as its Human Resource Manager. The City has a $15 million budget for all funds and General Fund Budget of $11 million.

Qualifications

Associates Degree required, Bachelor’s Degree Human resources, psychology, sociology or related field; SHRM and/or SHRM-SCP certification is (preferred) or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Experience performing complex and responsible administrative duties. Excellent word processing and spreadsheet skills. Ability to prioritize and multi-task several projects. Knowledge of computers and electronic data processing, including Microsoft Office Software, such as word, excel, and outlook. Familiar with collective bargaining agreements (CBA) is preferred.

Candidates will possess the following, or have a combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job:

Under general supervision of the City Administrator the position performs confidential tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations of the City within the Human Resource Department.

The duties of this position include but are not limited to:

• Lead policy development, programs and activities that promote diversity, inclusion, and positive employee relations
• Ensure managers and supervisors are advised and trained with current laws to support the City and its employees
• Evaluate current HR processes and identify opportunities for process improvement to achieve City goals
• Manage Open Enrollment with 3rd Party Broker
• Manage and administer all Insurance Benefit Plans
• Perform periodic personnel and salary surveys to recommend and document needed budget
• Participate in grievance and arbitration proceedings; Negotiate contracts with third party administrators
• Oversee communication with outside labor counsel and health care professionals;
• Work directly with the Corporation Counsel and the law department to resolve legal matters
• Coordinates unemployment insurance and workers’ compensation claims;
• Develop and administer the department’s annual budget
• Other duties as assigned.Additional Duties and Responsibilities
• Performs other related functions as assigned or required
• Prepares routine correspondence