About the Position:

The City of Grand Junction is seeking a collaborative, solution driven member who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can easily pivot on competing priorities and deadlines. In partnership with, and under the general direction of the Human Resources Director, the Deputy Human Resources Director directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department including recruitment, selection, classification, compensation, employee relations, policy and procedure, labor and benefits budgeting, payroll, technology, and development and implementation of department goals.

What You'll Do:

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of assigned staff; participate in the selection of assigned staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; implement discipline procedures.
• Develop and implement goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for assigned programs and functions; recommend and implement policies and procedures; evaluate operations and activities of and recommend improvements and modifications.
• Develop, interpret, and apply human resources policies and procedures; ensure legal compliance; determine best course of action to keep programs in compliance; perform statistical analysis of data; prepare reports on a regular basis as required.
• Oversee the administration of recruitment and selection programs; coordinate activities with departments and applicable agencies; prepare recruitment and selection information and criteria; review and evaluate applicant selection procedures; monitor the preparation and maintenance of recruitment and selection documents and records; monitor compliance with labor and employment laws.
• Conduct studies, analyses, and research on a broad range of human resources assignments; assist in analyzing legislation and regulations to determine effect on human resources programs; recommend modifications to programs, policies and procedures as appropriate; prepare a variety of statistical and written reports.
• Advise managers and supervisors in employee relations, policy interpretation, discipline, and performance management; participate in or lead meetings of employee groups and committees; respond to inquiries and concerns from employees; communicate strategies through written policies and procedures.
• Administer the City’s classification and compensation systems including analysis and review of classification recommendations, creation or revision of class specifications and compensation plans; perform annual updates of employee pay and benefit records in the HRIS system; assist in communication of related information to employee groups and management staff.
• Oversee entry of employee payroll and benefit elections in the City's HRIS system.
• Direct, manage, and participate in the development and administration of the City-wide labor and benefit budget in addition to the department annual budget; participate in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; monitor and approve expenditures; implement adjustments.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of human resources.
• Serve as Human Resources Director in their absence.

What We're Looking For:

• Five (5) years of increasingly responsible human resources program management experience including two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources administration, business administration, public administration or a related field.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Colorado driver’s license.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $103,000.00 - $134,304.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grand Junction, CO 81501: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: One location

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