Annual Salary: $81,188-$96,395
Opening Date: June 23, 2021
Closing Date: July 14, 2021
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JOB SUMMARY (Full position description is available at the Human Resources Department. Contact info. below)
Provides planning, leadership, direction and develops short and long range plans, goals and objectives for the Human Resources Department. Provides assistance and guidance to the County Administrator, Elected Officials, Department Heads, supervisors and employees on a wide variety of human resources, training, risk and safety issues in concert with the County’s mission, vision, business goals and operational objectives. Ensures human resources activities are aligned with industry best practices in the areas of recruitment, classification, benefits, disciplinary actions, labor-management relations, performance management, personnel policy, leave administration, training, risk management and safety, working cooperatively with the County Administrator.
Reviews the development and management of staff to ensure proper evaluation, control, and documentation of liability and insurance claims. Supervises staff that maintains claims and incident reports. Assess liability to the county and minimize exposure to accidents and injuries. Manages county compliance with all state and federal regulations associated with worker health and safety issues.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks, which may be found in positions of this class.)
Leads the management of, labor contract negotiations on behalf of the County Administrator, represents the County during grievances, labor/management meetings, mediation and arbitration hearings. Develops written proposals and labor negotiation strategy related to the county’s collective bargaining agreements. Conducts research of wages, benefits, and cost impact of County and Union proposals. Presents the findings to the County Administrator. Develops and administers the county’s human resources program including staffing, job classification, compensation, employee benefits, performance management, affirmative action, employee and labor relations, workers compensation, training, and safety. Is the technical expert in human resource laws, policies and procedures, providing assistance to the County Administrator, Department Heads, Elected Officials, supervisors, and employees in resolving employment and/or work performance issues as they arise. Investigates complaints from employees or applicants, makes recommendations to the County Commissioners, County Administrator, Department Heads, Elected Officials regarding the complaint and responds to complainants. Oversees or conducts the investigation and response to claims for unemployment insurance and workers compensation claims. Prepares and justifies the human resources/risk management department budget in accordance with staffing and resource requirements, cost estimates with department and county goals and objectives. Administers the development and implementation of human resources policies and procedures that are consistent with state, federal and local laws and regulations. Prepares classification descriptions. Performs research and makes recommendations to establish or adjust salary levels for county positions. Coordinates with the County Administrator, Elected Officials and Department Heads in recruiting and hiring qualified personnel. Ensures the maintenance of personnel files for all county employees. Manages the recruitment, selection and on-boarding process for all new county employees as well as the off- boarding process for retirements, terminations and departing employees. Administers the county’s employee benefit plans, Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity program, and the CDL Drug and Alcohol Testing program. Ensures proper reporting of incidents or accidents to WA Labor & Industries. Reviews and monitors federal and state laws and regulations related to safety and workers compensation, providing accurate interpretation of laws and regulations to the County Administrator, Department Heads, Elected Officials, supervisors and employees. Oversees related activities with third-party administrator(s) and other stakeholders involved in the proper reporting of work place incidents or accidents, and in the administration of state and federal leave laws.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Any equivalent combination of education and experience, which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities, required to perform the job. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Preference for a Bachelor’s Degree in human resources, public administration, or related field.
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in public sector human resources service delivery, including three years as supervisor or manager of a human resources program or department.
A minimum of three years’ experience as the lead negotiator in public sector labor negotiations.
PHR/SPHR Certification may substitute for college level human resources education.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid Washington State driver’s license
Certification requirements for Risk Management as required by the WA Counties Risk Pool must be obtained within two years of employment.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants are required to submit a Mason County Application to the Human Resources Department. The completed application may include additional pages of employment history using the application format, and a resume may be attached. The completed application will be used as the primary document to determine if minimum qualifications are met for this recruitment. Misrepresentation, incomplete, or inaccurate entries may be the cause of application rejection, removal from the employment list, or discharge from county service. Applicants will be screened based upon education and experience, and the top candidates will be scheduled for interviews. Selection factors will include demonstrated knowledge and abilities for the particular position. Only those applicants chosen for interviews will be contacted. Please read the reverse side for additional information. This selection process may be subject to change.
Return Applications to: Mason County Human Resources
Mailing Address – 411 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584
Physical Address – 423 North 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584 humanresources@co.mason.wa.us Phone-(360) 427-9670 X 290 Fax-(360) 427-8439
This information does not constitute an expressed or implied contract or offer of employment. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Application Instructions – Carefully read the posting and note the minimum qualifications and the selection process. Please indicate all relevant education and experience on the application. A County application is always required and is utilized as the primary document to determine if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications. Resumes can be included as a supplement but cannot be used in lieu of completing the application. Applications must be entirely completed, and “see resume” will not be acceptable. Applicants applying for more than one position must complete a separate application for each position. Applications must be signed and dated, and returned to the Human Resources Department on or before the closing date.
Completed applications should be submitted via regular mail to: Mason County Human Resources, 411 North Fifth Street, Shelton, WA 98584, Dropped off at our Human Resources Building #9 – 423 N 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584, E-mailed: humanresources@co.mason.wa.us or faxed to 360-427-8439. Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than the closing date. Applicants should keep a copy of their completed application and any supplemental pages. Applicant Qualifications – All candidates must meet minimum requirements. Often, the most competitive applicants will possess qualifications far exceeding the required minimum. If a large number of applications are received, only the most qualified applicants will be involved in the selection process.
Authorization to Work – Successful candidates must present documentation proving authorization to work in the United States (as required by federal law).
Work Environment – Mason County maintains a drug-free work environment and prohibits smoking in all County buildings.
“At-will” Positions – Some positions are considered “at-will” or at the pleasure of the employer. Therefore, the County does not need to establish “just cause” or “cause” to terminate the employment relationship. Selection to at-will position does not create or constitute an employment contract or agreement.
Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity – Mason County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, sex, age, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, veteran’s status, disability, or any other bias prohibited by federal, state or local law.
Accommodation – Applicants with a disability requiring accommodation during the selection process should notify the Human Resources Department at (360) 427-9670 Ext. 290.
Health Insurance – Regular full-time employees and their qualifying dependents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. Some regular part-time employees may receive the same coverage. Employees may partially contribute premiums depending upon the type of coverage selected.
Paid Leave – Sick leave, holidays, and vacation are provided in accordance with the County policy or union contracts. Vacation accrual rates increase at regular intervals based on length of service with the County.
Retirement Plan – All regular Mason County employees are enrolled in the Washington State Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS, PSERS or LEOFF). The County and employees contribute jointly to the plans.