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YELLOWSTONE COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCE DIRECTOR in BILLINGS, Montana
Yellowstone County is seeking a Human Resource Director to administer Yellowstone County's human resources, which includes recruiting, employment, compensation, benefits, labor negotiations/relations, risk management, safety and employee communications as well as ensuring compliance with laws and regulations as they relate to human resource management. Examples of Duties - Provides consultation and advises department managers and supervisors in human resource management, organization, risk management, and labor relations; - Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for Yellowstone County Human Resources; - Develops, recommends, and implements Board of County Commissioners approved policies and procedures; - Administers employee relations programs, including the administration, interpretation, and implementation of collective bargaining agreements with Unions and procedures for grievance and dispute resolution; - Chief negotiator representing Yellowstone County, Commissioners, and Department Heads or Elected Officials in negotiations, developing communication, and working relationships with unions and associations. Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or closely related field; and - Minimum of four (4) years' of human resource experience, preferably upper management and in the public sector; or - Any equivalent combination of experience and training totaling eight (8) years. Desired Qualifications: - Master's degree or SPHR certificate beneficial; - An understanding of labor negotiations and business practices as they relate to the public sector would be helpful; - Strong background in recruiting, employment, compensation, benefits, management training, employee communications and human relations; - Effective presentation skills. Certifications: - Valid Driver's License issued by the State of Montana. Equal Opportunity Employer.