Director of Human Resources - Human Resources

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Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here! Work Here!

• Collaborates with Department Heads and Elected Officials to define the organization’s long-term mission and goals; Identifies ways to support this mission through talent management.
• Identifies key Human Resource metrics and performance indicators for the organization’s human resource and talent management functions.
• Assesses the organization’s success and market competitiveness based on these metrics.
• Champions the County’s diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives and efforts.
• Develops appropriate metrics to identify critical and specific gaps and the strategies and tactics to address the organization’s needs in related areas.
• Researches, develops, and implements competitive compensation, benefits, performance appraisal, and employee incentive programs.
• Provides guidance and leadership to the Human Resources Team.
• Assists with resolution of Human Resource, compensation, and employee relations questions, concerns or issues.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local labor and employment laws; and other laws, regulations and requirements.
• Maintains knowledge of laws, regulations, and best practices in employee law, Human Resource, and talent management.
• Drafts and implements the organization’s budget for the Human Resources department.
• Participates in professional development and networking conferences and events.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field. Master’s Degree preferred.
• PHR, or SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP professional certification.
• 10 years of Human Resources Management experience, with a measurable record of leadership and accomplishments in the areas of employee relations, training and development, compensation and HRIS, and recruiting and staffing.
• Strong verbal, and written communication skills and outstanding interpersonal skills and conflict resolutions skills.
• Excellent organizational ability and attention to detail, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and strong supervisory and leadership experience.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations, and the ability to interact effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
• Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems, and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with Experience

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

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All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
 
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
 
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Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.