DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
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Description

What you will be doing:

Under the leadership of the city manager, the director of human resources is responsible for the administration of all human resource functions including recruitment, compensation, benefits, performance management, organizational development and training, employee relations, worker compensation, safety and wellness programs, employee events and recognition, employment practices and procedures and Human Resources Information System (HRIS). As a key member of the City's leadership team, the director of human resources understands and supports the mission, vision and strategic plan of the City and ensures the workforce is aligned with those goals.

The ideal candidate will have sound knowledge of state and federal regulations affecting all human resource activities and maintain compliance with those regulations. This position plays a key role in the development of organizational policies and directives and provides strategic direction for human resources programs and the employee merit system.

About the City:

The City of Lee's Summit is a thriving, progressive community ideally situated 16 miles southeast of downtown Kansas City. Covering 65 square miles, it offers an exceptional quality of life to more than 106,000 residents. Lee's Summit has all the very best attributes of a small town while enjoying the amenities of a large city. Complemented by a growing business community and superior quality of life, Lee's Summit has become one of the largest cities in Missouri.

Lee's Summit boasts an award-winning school system and holds national accreditations for its Parks and Recreation, Water Utilities, Fire, Police and Public Works services. Lee's Summit has a strong appreciation for arts, culture and entertainment making it a vibrant place to live and work. Lee's Summit's strong spirit of community is evident through its events and festivals that bring people together and draw visitors from all over the Kansas City metro. Named America's Great Neighborhood by the American Planning Association, Lee's Summit's historic downtown district provides a unique network of restaurants, boutiques and businesses. Lee's Summit offers countless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. With 30 parks, 92 miles of trails and numerous regional lakes, most residents live within close proximity to a recreational activity.

Requirements

What you bring to us.

This work requires advanced knowledge of human resource principles and practices. Knowledge is acquired through four years of college resulting in a bachelor's degree plus postgraduate work in personnel, business or public administration. Possession of a master's degree and/or SPHR preferred.

A minimum of five years of supervisory experience and a minimum of 10 years of professional HR generalist experience is required.

Must live within the City Limits of Lee's Summit or establish residency within 12 months of hire

Our culture:

Known for an extraordinary organizational culture that values employees, teamwork and innovative ideas, our employee-inspired values of service excellence, integrity and stewardship guide our actions and help cultivate a fun, supportive environment. Our employees have a passion for public service and providing programs and services that improve the quality of life of our citizens. If this sounds like an organization that models your values, join our team at the City of Lee's Summit.

What are we looking for?

* A self-starter who is energized by a fast-paced environment that rewards innovation and continuous improvement.

* Ability to multi-task in an organized and effective manner

* Exemplary communication skills

* Ability to compile and utilize data to problem solve and make difficult decisions

* Continual learner with a strong work ethic

* Ability to be kind and understanding, yet firm and direct when necessary

* Detail oriented with a mindfulness of confidentiality

What's in it for you?

Our employees enjoy meaningful work that directly impacts the community, competitive pay, work-life balance and an excellent benefits package including:

* Medical, dental and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts.

* Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, educational assistance, fitness club reimbursement, and deferred compensation plans.

* Employee assistance plans.

* Fully paid Missouri Local Government Employees Retirement System pension plan (LAGERS).

* Paid vacation, sick leave, personal leave and holidays (12).

* Support work-life balance with the possibility of working remotely two days per week.

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Agency City of Lee's Summit

Address 220 SE Green St

Lee's Summit, Missouri, 64063

Phone 816 ###-####