Description

The City of Yakima is seeking a Director of Human Resources experienced in public HR administration, labor laws, civil service, benefits and safety regulations.  

The Director of Human Resources must be an effective communicator with strong conflict resolution, negotiation and public speaking skills.  He/She must be a strategic planner, analytical thinker and quick problem-solver under pressure.

This position is responsible for providing leadership, and assisting in and/or overseeing a variety of human resource management functions including but not limited to: 

• Directing HR programs: employment, training, compensation, collective bargaining, benefits, and employee assistance.
• Serving on labor negotiation teams; preparing materials and cost analyses.
• Managing grievances, disciplinary actions, and workplace counseling.
• Administering employee benefits and health programs; managing broker relationships and medical reserve fund.
• Overseeing onsite medical clinic operations.
• Leading investigations, policy development, and special projects.
• Managing self-insured Workers’ Compensation Program and safety training.
• Supporting recruitment, testing, and civil service processes.
• Administering performance evaluations and deferred compensation programs.
• Preparing and managing department budget.
• Conducting job analysis, training programs, and employee orientations.
• Providing city-wide HR communications and reports to City leadership.

This position reports to the City Manager.  

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MINIMUM CLASS REQUIREMENTS:  
Bachelor's degree in Personnel Management, Human Resources Management, Psychology, Industrial Relations, Public Administration, or a related field, plus seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional human resources experience including two (2) years lead/supervisory experience. Additional human resources management and supervisory experience may substitute for educational requirements.

 LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES:  
Certification as Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification from HR Certification Institute (HRCI) or Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP). Certification as Certified Labor Relations Professional (CLRP) from National Public Employer Labor Relations Association is also highly desired.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
The City of Yakima is a premier employer in the Yakima Valley with extensive opportunities for training and growth. The City offers a competitive benefit package including:

• Salary range $132,163 - $168,708 annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• FREE healthcare clinic!
• WA State PERS pension plan
• 3% contribution to a 457 deferred compensation plan
• PTO accrual starting at 19.00 hrs/mo (Part-time positions are pro-rated to the percentage of the position)
• 11 paid holidays
• Longevity pay incentive (after 5 years)
• Life Insurance
• Much more!

HOW TO APPLY:
Fully complete an online application AND include a resume and cover letter addressing your interest in the position and top qualifications. 
All applications must be completed in full.  The resume does not substitute for education and/or work history information required in the application.

The position will be open until filled with a priority application review deadline of 4:00 PM, December 10th.