Director of HR/Assistant County Administrator

CLOSING DATE: August 2, 2022

ANNUAL SALARY: $99,257 - $113,437

Do you want to work for an organization that offers great benefits and a great work environment? Then we are the place for you. We offer great health, dental and life insurance as well as deferred compensation and a pension.

Job Summary

This position combines two significant roles in Cass County Government. The Director of Human Resources interoperates, guides, and manages the overall provision of Human Resources services, policies, benefits, and programs for the County. The Director of Human Resources is responsible for planning, implementing, directing, and maintaining the County’s Human Resource functions to ensure the processes and policies conform to all local, County State and Federal requirements.

This position also serves as the Assistant County Administrator. Responsibilities include assisting the Administrator in carrying out the oversight and supervision duties of appointed county department heads, providing results-oriented leadership and direction for overall operations of the County and for the administration of all County ordinances, regulations, resolutions, policies, programs and functions of County government.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Human Resource administration to include ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws as well as regulations and policies affecting the Human Resource operational area including benefits, compensation, employee relations, training and development, recruitment and retention and safety. Duties include but are not limited to auditing internal practices and the development, design and implementation of programs, policies, and practices for Cass County Government;
• Serve as the Assistant County Administrator, assisting the Administrator in all aspects of day-to-day and long-range administrative activities. Specific duties and responsibilities are defined in this percentage of allocated worktime and described in greater detail below.
• Coordinate with Department Heads on goals and objectives to ensure compliance with County Commission directives. Provide guidance to Department Heads in the development, recommendation and implementation of policies and procedures to accomplish goals and objectives;
• Represent the County Administrator in his/her absence or as directed by the County Administrator;
• Represent the County to State Legislature and to local, state, and federal agencies as directed by the County Administrator;
• Using independent judgment, assist the County Administrator in providing supervision and leadership to all County Department Heads;
• Assist the County Administrator in coordinating the financial status of the County with departmental goals, objectives, and actual performance. Works with the County Administrator and Finance Director to conduct budget hearings. Assists Department Heads in developing the annual budget.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

In-depth knowledge of managerial concepts, principles, methodology and techniques. Possess strategic and operational understanding of Human Resources program principles and practices, excellent research and presentation skills and knowledge of employee relations principles and practices. Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, guidelines, and regulations. Exceptional verbal and written communications skills. Comfortable with public speaking and ability to articulate a position effectively to small and large groups. Ability to exercise judgement, initiative and capable of maintaining sensitive/confidential information. Ability to organize and manage several priorities simultaneously while working under pressure and deadlines. Ability to use independent judgment and discretion in matters of great significance. Possess excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interface credibly and effectively with senior level executives, elected officials, employees and a diverse group of external stakeholders. Skill in leadership and management to coordinate the diversified activities of individuals and groups toward the achievement of common goals; Strong problem-solving skills and ability to assess large amounts of information and formulate decisions; Ability to select competent personnel and to train them to perform their duties in an effective and efficient manner.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or equivalent work experience including significant experience in the public sector.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

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Cass County Government is an Equal Opportunity and At Will Employer

Education

• Masters or better in Public Administration or related field