Category: Human Resources

Status: Open

The City of Hot Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary: STARTING SALARY $78, 605 - $97, 661 DOQ Plus Full Benefits

Posted: February 1, 2023

Closing: Open Until Filled

Considerable knowledge of the principles of human resource management; considerable knowledge of practices, terminology and requirements of a wide variety of occupations; considerable knowledge of municipal budgeting processes with emphasis on personnel costs, including salaries and all related benefits; working knowledge of local government structure and procedures; skill in planning, organizing and directing the work of others; skill in developing and implementing various personnel policies and procedures; ability to interpret and apply regulations and policies to administrative procedures; ability to organize, appraise and evaluate the effectiveness of various policies and procedures; ability to anticipate, recognize and correct procedural problems; ability to prepare and maintain accurate and timely records, reports and other documents; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to effectively communicate and present information in a clear and concise manner, both verbally and in writing; ability to work independently and to make sound judgments and decisions.

Administers procedures for applicant recruitment, testing, screening and interviewing; develops, implements and interprets policies and procedures; develops and administers salary and classification plans, assists with payroll and all related functions; administers group health insurance, workers’ compensation programs;  City’s in-house training and testing programs; oversees City’s Substance Abuse Policy and drug and alcohol testing program; develops, maintains and monitors job descriptions for all City positions; administers Equal Employment Opportunity Plan; administers  employee  performance  appraisal  process;  develops  and  implements  policies  and procedures  for employee benefits, awards, discipline and grievances; serves as staff liaison with Civil Service Commission, providing assistance relative to personnel matters; prepares City’s annual personnel budget and annual operating budget for the Human Resources Department and conducts operations within the limitations of the budget as approved by the Board of Directors; assists department heads in management of their respective personnel activities; oversees the maintenance of  personnel files and records for all employees; completes questionnaires and surveys from other agencies; conducts surveys of employees and other agencies as needed; develops and maintains various statistical reports; conducts internal department reviews/investigations; coordinates the maintenance of   all correspondence, minutes and files for the Accident Review Committee; administers Health and Safety program; prepares budget projections, costs, etc. for other departments as required; ensures highest level of customer service to citizens of Hot Springs; facilitates internal departmental cooperation to enhance the City’s ability to deliver effective and efficient public services; performs related work as required.

/DocumentCenter/View/18672/Human-Resources-Director-2023Job Description

Complete online application. Send Cover letter and/or Resume to [email protected] or mail to:

Human Resources

133 Convention Blvd

Hot Springs, AR 71901

Qualifications

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent; Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Management, Public Administration, Business Administration or other related field; At least five years directing the Human Resource function within a comparable municipal entity or business; Or any equivalent combination of education and experience: Must possess a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

Special Requirements

DRUG TESTING All applicants are subject to pre-employment drug testing; individual in this position will be subject to random drug & alcohol testing.

Miscellaneous Information

DAYS & HOURS Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM