Human Resources Manager

Position Summary 

This position will provide day-to-day leadership for the Human Resources (HR) function within the Office of Public Safety.  These functions will include oversight and direction for all areas of HR including compliance, training, safety, and employee performance management. 

Essential Functions 

The Director of Human Resources will be responsible for the following duties: 

• Oversee day-to-day Human Resources operations in the department. 

• Liaison between the Office of Public Safety and MDO-HR and Central OHR. 

• Oversee Safety & Health programs for the department, including maintaining communications with the City’s Risk Management Division. 

• Plan and execute the department’s annual training calendar, which includes the City’s Learning Management System. 

• Manage conflict resolution and employee performance issues. 

• Manage recruitment, onboarding and offboarding. 

• Lead on the department’s DEI and Racial Equity strategy. 

• Other duties as assigned. 

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Strong communication and time management skills. 

• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities in a fast-paced environment. 

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team. 

• Show initiative and be solution focused. 

• Understanding of best practices and regulations within HR. 

• Understanding of and experience applying compliance in labor laws and workforce regulations. 

• Four (4) year college degree preferred, but a combination of education and experience will be considered. 

• At least 2 to 5 years of experience working in the human resources field. 

• Previous experience in a government environment is required. 

• 5+ years of management experience is required. 

TO APPLY: Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and references.

Salary Range: $72,000 - $90,000

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• Transportation: City employees get unlimited FREE public transportation all year long through SEPTA’s Key Advantage program. Employees can ride on SEPTA buses, subways, trolleys, and regional rail for their daily commute and more.
• Parental Benefits: The City offers its employees 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan
• Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous retirement savings options are available
• Pay off your student loans faster - As a qualifying employer, City of Philadelphia employees are eligible to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Join the ranks of hundreds of employees who have already benefited from this program and achieved student loan forgiveness.
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Join the City of Philadelphia team today and seize these incredible benefits designed to enhance your financial well-being and personal growth!

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr@phila.gov.

For more information, go to: Human Relations Website: http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx