Human Resources Manager

Start Date: December 18, 2024 | End Date: January 18, 2025
County: Knox County
Job Type: Human Resources

Knox County Job Opening:

Human Resources Manager

Due to an internal promotion, we are pleased to open the Human Resources Manager position for Knox County.

Overview:

The Human Resources Manager performs a variety of complex administrative, technical and professional tasks in managing and administering the personnel policies and systems of the organization, including position classification and salary administration, policies and procedures development, compensation and benefits administration, recruitment, selection, onboarding, labor relations, FMLA, Workers’ Compensation, FOA requests, and training. Responsibilities

• Manages the Human Resources function to achieve established goals within budget; working with the County Administrator and Department Managers, plans, organizes and accomplishes HR-related tasks, projects and assignments, in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations; provides professional HR guidance to the County Administrator and Commission; consults with legal counsel as needed.

• Represents the interests of employees to management, and the interests of management to employees.

• Reviews and recommends changes as needed to HR policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness of operations.

• Administers the County’s employee benefits programs; make recommendations for changes and interacts/negotiates with vendors.

• Investigates and assists in the resolution of grievances; assists County Administrator and/or Department Heads in responding to, preparing for or representing the organization at personnel related hearings and investigations.

• Assists the Sheriff and Department managers with coaching employees for improved performance, and disciplinary action, as needed.

• Administers the Position Classification process, including preparing for Committee meetings; keeps Job Descriptions up to date.

Benefits/Wages: 

Knox County offers an excellent and comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance paid 100% for the employee and 75% for dependent coverage and attractive retirement options.

• Generous sick and vacation accruals, plus optional personal days.

• Our strong management team is dedicated to providing employees with inspiring leadership, a positive and friendly workplace, support, encouragement and the necessary tools for success.

• Salary range anticipated from $65,728.00 - $77,001.60.

Qualifications: 

Applicants should have 3-4 years of human resources management experience, preferably in a government and/or union environment, skill in planning, directing and administering personnel programs and systems, and ability to prepare and analyze comprehensive reports. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in human resources, public administration, business management or a closely related field and a Human Resources certification preferred.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume via email, or mail, which will be accepted until January 18, 2025, to:

• Knox County Administrative Office 62 Union Street Rockland, Maine 04841,

• [email protected] // Telephone: 207-594-0420, or through Indeed.