City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

Administrator, Human Resources

Under limited direction, this position is responsible for the oversight, administration, and coordination of activities related to human resources (HR) programs; for supporting City Management, departments, and Citywide initiatives; and for educating stakeholders and overseeing compliance with Local, State, and Federal legislation related to HR functions. 

1. Partners with internal and external stakeholders in the development and administration of HR programs and processes throughout the City.
2. Serves as in-house resource to departments, Council, and staff on all issues related to a major area of HR administration.
3. Develops and implements any City Charter or City Council-directed activities related to HR programs.
4. Acts as community liaison to City Commissions or other groups, to include preparing and presenting to community groups.
5. Monitors City compliance with City, State, and Federal laws by conducting audits, on-site visits, and surveys of all City departments for compliance with HR policies and procedures.
6. Develops, delivers, and/or coordinates education and training programs to make City staff aware of HR program requirements.
7. Coordinates staff throughout the Human Resources Department and between City departments; develops and implements work plans that ensure adherence to deadlines.
8. Studies existing and new employment legislation and Federal, State, and Local legal requirements; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions.
9. Evaluates current programs, procedures, and practices on an on-going basis by reviewing statistical and programmatic reports.
10. Plans for and develops policies, procedures, and programs to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of operations and services.
11. Oversees the maintenance of historical and current records, including performance measure results. Protects and maintains confidentiality of HR records.
12. Coordinates contracts and adheres to purchasing guidelines for procurement of goods and services.

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.

• Knowledge of Federal, State, Local laws and ordinances governing personnel and employment practices.
• Knowledge of applicable processes, techniques, and methods.
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
• Skill in using effective written and verbal communication to convey information in a clear and concise manner.
• Skill in planning, organizing, and prioritizing multiple assignments with conflicting deadlines in a demanding environment.
• Skill in operating a personal computer using multiple software applications to perform complex data analysis and solve problems.
• Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
• Ability to provide leadership and integrity within the Human Resources Department and throughout City departments.
• Ability to supervise and train others.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and professional working relationships with other City employees and the public.
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
• Ability to participate in continuing education to stay current on technical and professional knowledge.

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Human Resources, Business, or Public Administration, or in a field related to the job, plus five (5) years of experience in in a field related to the job, including two (2) years of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Experience may substitute for education up to the maximum of four (4) years.