Human Resources Manager Jobs in Weldon Spring, MO

The City of Clayton is now accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Manager. The Human Resources Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the City's human resources functions. This includes recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, compensation, and performance management. The Human Resources Manager will ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, as well as monitor industry trends and best practices to make recommendations for improvements to the human resources operations. The successful candidate will be an experienced HR professional who can work independently and collaboratively with all levels of the organization. This position serves on the City's leadership team, and supervises the HR Generalist. See the included job description for further details on the position.

The City of Clayton is proud to provide world class service levels to a community which values the contributions of the professional team. Comprised of approximately 185 full-time and over 200 part-time and seasonal employees, the average full-time employee tenure is over ten years! We are dedicated to the well-being of our employees and are proud to provide rich benefits to employees and their families.

Employee Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary starting at $103,649
• Generous paid leave, including vacation, sick, personal time, holidays, community service, parental, military and pandemic leave. During the first year of service, leave accruals are prorated based on the date of hire.
• Comprehensive insurance package including health, dental, vision, group term life insurance, City-paid AD&D, flexible spending account and dependent care assistance plan, deductible reimbursement, long-term disability, and additional voluntary AD&D and life insurance options for employee, spouse and dependents.
• Retirement plans including City pension and several deferred compensation plans.
• Tuition reimbursement program for employees, Missouri MOST 529 program to help save for education expenses, and the City is a qualifying public service employer for the federal government's Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential counseling and coaching services
• Platinum family membership to The Center of Clayton and Shaw Park Pool. Employee reciprocal memberships available for The Pointe in Ballwin and THE HEIGHTS in Richmond Heights.
• Transportation benefit available for employees to receive a 25% subsidy for the purchase of Metro passes, which are paid for on a pre-tax basis through payroll deduction.
• Voluntary identity theft protection available from Lifelock.
• Click here for further details on the City's benefit package.

Key Duties & Responsibilities of the HR Manager:

• Develop, implement and oversee the City's human resources policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Manage the recruitment and selection process, including developing job descriptions, posting job openings, screening resumes, interviewing candidates, and making job offers
• Oversee employee and labor relations, including handling employee complaints and grievances, providing guidance and coaching to supervisors and managers on employee and labor relations issues, and ensuring compliance with the City's employee handbook and policies
• Manage the administration of employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other benefits
• Develop and manage the compensation program, including salary surveys, job evaluations, and pay equity analysis
• Develop and implement performance management programs, including performance appraisals, goal setting, and employee development plans
• Provide guidance and advice to managers and supervisors on disciplinary actions, terminations, and other employment-related issues
• Oversee compliance with all applicable labor laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and EEOC
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, ensuring confidentiality and security of employee information
• Manage the HR budget, including forecasting expenses and monitoring expenditures
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices and make recommendations for improvements to the HR operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

HR Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources management, business administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in human resources management, preferably in a municipal or government setting
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment laws and regulations, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and EEOC
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to effectively communicate complex information to diverse audiences
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and creatively
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization, including elected officials, department heads, and employees
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Application and Pre-Employment Information for the HR Manager Position:

Applications for the HR Manager position will be accepted until the position has been filled. This posting is subject to close at any time, so applicants are highly encouraged to apply early.

Successful candidates for the position will be required to successfully complete additional screening including, but not limited to the following: Background investigation, employment, education, reference checks, physical and drug screening.

Please contact Human Resources at hr@claytonmo.gov or 314-290-8448 with any questions about the process.

Employment Notice

The City of Clayton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions made at the City of Clayton will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities. It is the policy of the City of Clayton not to discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion or creed, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected statuses. The City of Clayton will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. The City of Clayton encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with Human Resources.

This policy extends to all stages of the employment process, including but not limited to: recruiting or advertising for employment; evaluating the skills, education and experience of applicants; establishing rates of pay and terms, conditions and privileges of employment (including training opportunities); and promoting, upgrading, demoting, transferring, laying off and terminating employees.

Any employees with questions or concerns about any type of discrimination in the workplace are encouraged to bring these issues to the attention of their immediate supervisor, Human Resources, or the City Manager. Employees can raise concerns and make reports without fear of retaliation. Anyone found to be engaging in any type of unlawful discrimination will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.