Location: Wilmington,DE, USA
The City of Wilmington, a leading Delaware employer, upholds its commitment to quality public services and fiscal stability through the Human Resources Department. We manage recruitment, training, payroll, benefits, collective bargaining, and risk management. The Human Resources Administrator will join our dynamic, fast-paced employment services division, overseen by the Director of Employment Services, performing the complete life cycle of recruitment, and related talent strategies.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
This role performs a complete spectrum of responsible and professional human resources administration functions including but not limited to recruiting, performance management, supervisory/managerial advice and counsel; Makes recommendations for programing for addressing employee professional development. Assists with maintaining performance management policy development, employee engagement and recognition, and compliance with employment-related federal, state and local laws and regulations, i.e. FLSA, EEOC unemployment compensation, etc. Additional responsibilities include:
* Manages the full recruitment life cycle, including advertising, developing job descriptions, managing applications, and overseeing the post-selection process.
* Develops and implements effective recruiting strategies to meet organizational objectives.
* Identifies, designs, and develops employee engagement strategies, including but not limited to employee recognition, Youth Career Development, Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day, Police and Fire Department recruitment academies, etc.
* Acts as strategic partner with assigned departments in addressing their human resources needs.
* Conducts assessments to determine organizational needs; designs, implements and evaluates the impact and success of employee training.
* Formulates and generate reports as needed for trends, unemployment, and ad hoc requests
* Organizes and facilitates monthly orientation for new hires
* Performs related work as required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
* Bachelor's degree in business administration, human resources management, or related field, with at least four (4) years of Human Resources experience, preferably in a unionized environment.
* Preferred Master's degree and/or professional certification, (SPHR, PHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, or IPMA)
* Work experience in HR Administration, including recruitment, hiring, EEO, FLSA, unemployment compensation, statistical analysis and job classification, performance management, training and development.
* Ability to effectively prioritize, plan, and organize tasks and responsibilities, communicates ideas both orally and in writing, and makes presentations to employees and organizational stakeholders.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and working knowledge of HRIS programs.
* Ability to establish and maintain effective internal and external working relationships.
* Ability to exercise and apply sound judgement in applying and interpreting policies and general procedures.
* Must have a high level of ethical standards and be able to maintain integrity in a highly confidential atmosphere.
CANDIDATE EVALUATION
Evaluation for this position includes a review of the applicant materials, certification of qualified applicants, work sample, and a panel interview.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
* All selected applicants must pass a criminal background investigation and pre-employment physical.
* Work is normally performed in a quiet office seated at a desk utilizing a computer. Will be required to attend offsite events such as job fairs and engagement initiatives during and outside of regular business hours.
* Work requires the employee to frequently sit, talk, or hear.
* Occasionally required to walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands or arms.
* May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
* Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
TOTAL COMPENSATION
Compensation encompasses both salary administration and a comprehensive benefits package:
* Salary Administration: New employees are hired at the starting and up to median salary based on qualifications and internal equity. Annual merit increases are provided based on a satisfactory performance review.
* Benefits: The City offers a robust benefit package with medical/dental available on the date of hire. Additional details available at www.WilmingtonDE.gov/benefits.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
This position is open to all internal and external applicants who meet the minimum qualifications.
* To apply visit www.WilmingtonDE.gov. Computers are available in the Department of Human Resources, City/County Building, 800 N. French Street, 4th Floor, Wilmington, DE 19801. Call (302) ###-#### to schedule an appointment for computer use.
* The City of Wilmington is an equal-opportunity employer.
* City Residency required within 12 month(s) of employment.
* The City Code provides preference for eligible internal candidates, veterans, and current city residents.
* The City of Wilmington is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Delaware Persons with Disabilities Employment Protections Act, it is the policy of the City to provide reasonable accommodation when requested without causing an undue hardship. If accommodation is needed, please call (302) ###-####.