Assists the Human Resources Director in planning, directing, managing, and overseeing the activities and operations of the Human Resources Department. Provides leadership and oversight over assigned divisions, programs, and functional areas. Acts as Human Resources Director in his/her absence and serves as adviser on human resources issues to senior management throughout the City.

The City of Fort Lauderdale employees possess a passion for public service demonstrated by a high degree of enthusiasm, self-reliance, and job proficiency. They effectively convey the vision and mission of the organization and provide excellent service and satisfaction to our internal and external customers.

NOTE: The duties of this position will include all of those duties set forth in the official job description.

This position will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

The City offers a wide variety of benefits to employees. In addition to the competitive benefits package and salary, the City participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) which offers an investment option and a pension option, and requires a 3% contribution from employees. New hires are automatically enrolled in FRS.

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This job classification is in Management Category I for benefits purposes, which includes Ten (10) additional management vacation days per calendar year and a monthly vehicle allowance of $390.00.

This is a non-classified "at-will" position and is not subject to Civil Service Rules or any collective bargaining agreement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed within this classification. The omission of a function does not preclude management from assigning essential duties not listed herein if such duties relate to the position.

Builds and maintains positive working relationships with Executive Strategy Team, Mayor, City Commission, co-workers, other City employees and the public using principles of good customer service
Provides direction and oversight for assigned services and activities of multiple Human Resources divisions and sections
Plans, directs, coordinates, reviews and evaluates the work plan for assigned Human Resources staff; assign work activities, projects, and programs; review and evaluate work products, methods, and procedures; meet with staff to identify and resolve problems
Oversees Policy Development, Strategic Planning, Organizational Development, Training and Succession Planning
Oversees the labor relations program; assists in developing, planning and implementing negotiation goals, objectives and strategies; updates elected officials and managers on collective bargaining activities; recommends and obtains authorization for negotiating parameters
Assists in formulating and administering departmental policies; establishing and implementing departmental procedures and controls
Provides counseling services regarding policies, procedures, issues and complaints; implements disciplinary actions
Collaborates with the Human Resources Director in the development and administration of department budget; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approve expenditures and implement budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary
Collaborates with other department managers to facilitate development of performance measures and process improvement initiatives
Assists in conducting human resources policy and program research projects; formats results and creates reports
Serves as director’s designee in disciplinary issues and grievances and performance evaluation appeals
Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation; ensures compliance with various policies, procedures, federal, state and local regulations
Serves as department head in the absence of the Human Resources Director
Serves on boards commissions, or committees; prepares and makes presentations at Commission meetings
Performs related work as required

JOB REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Management, or related field
Seven (7) or more years of progressively responsible professional/managerial level experience in facilitating a Human Resources Department. Additional qualifying experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required education
Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience

Preferences:

Professional in Human Resources (PHR) / Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) / Society for Human Resources Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) / Society for Human Resources Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or other human resources related professional certification
Prior government experience

Special Requirements:

Essential Employees may be required to work during a declared emergency. The employee’s Department Head will determine who will be required to work.

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DEPUTY DIRECTOR - HUMAN RESOURCES