Director of Human Resources
About the City of Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores, Alabama is a vibrant community nestled on the beautiful shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Living in Gulf Shores is far from the typical beach town experience. While the population of around 17,000 increases during the tourism season, the town maintains a relaxed atmosphere and strong sense of community. This is a place where the coastal lifestyle truly comes alive.
What sets Gulf Shores apart, besides it’s sugar-white sand beaches, is the dedication of its residents to preserving the town’s natural beauty and small-town charm. The relaxed pace of life and stunning beach front setting have opened up unique opportunities for economic growth and development. With over 8 million visitors passing through annually, the tourism industry is the backbone of the community. But Gulf Shores is more than just a tourist destination. It’s a place where people come to put down roots and build a life. The city offers an exceptional school system, a strong emphasis on outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community spirit. Whether you’re seeking a dynamic place to raise a family or a place where you can peacefully retire one day, Gulf Shores has something to offer everyone.
So if you’re looking for a place where the beach is your backyard and the community is your extended family, look no further than Gulf Shores. This small town with a big beach is waiting to welcome you home.
About the Director of Human Resources Position
The City of Gulf Shores, AL is seeking an experienced human resources leader to develop and manage the City’s human resources programs. Responsibilities include job classification, compensation, employee benefits, recruitment, testing, discipline, training, safety, worker’s compensation, payroll, and ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal and State Laws.
Reports to: City Administrator through Financial Services Director
Location: Gulf Shores, AL
To view full position profile, please click here: City of Gulf Shores, AL Position Profile
Areas of Responsibility
Qualifications for Consideration
Education, Experience, & Credentials:
Compensation
The expected compensation for this position is between $80,000 – $120,000, depending upon qualifications. Budgeted allowances will be provided for professional development and participation in professional organizations.
About the City of Gulf Shores
Gulf Shores, Alabama is a vibrant community nestled on the beautiful shores of the Gulf of Mexico. Living in Gulf Shores is far from the typical beach town experience. While the population of around 17,000 increases during the tourism season, the town maintains a relaxed atmosphere and strong sense of community. This is a place where the coastal lifestyle truly comes alive.
What sets Gulf Shores apart, besides it’s sugar-white sand beaches, is the dedication of its residents to preserving the town’s natural beauty and small-town charm. The relaxed pace of life and stunning beach front setting have opened up unique opportunities for economic growth and development. With over 8 million visitors passing through annually, the tourism industry is the backbone of the community. But Gulf Shores is more than just a tourist destination. It’s a place where people come to put down roots and build a life. The city offers an exceptional school system, a strong emphasis on outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community spirit. Whether you’re seeking a dynamic place to raise a family or a place where you can peacefully retire one day, Gulf Shores has something to offer everyone.
So if you’re looking for a place where the beach is your backyard and the community is your extended family, look no further than Gulf Shores. This small town with a big beach is waiting to welcome you home.
About the Director of Human Resources Position
The City of Gulf Shores, AL is seeking an experienced human resources leader to develop and manage the City’s human resources programs. Responsibilities include job classification, compensation, employee benefits, recruitment, testing, discipline, training, safety, worker’s compensation, payroll, and ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal and State Laws.
Reports to: City Administrator through Financial Services Director
Location: Gulf Shores, AL
To view full position profile, please click here: City of Gulf Shores, AL Position Profile
Areas of Responsibility
- Develops policies and procedures to ensure all personnel activities are in compliance with applicable federal, state and local rules and regulations; provides advice and assistance to City management on personnel matters involving policy interpretation, federal employment discrimination laws, sexual harassment, FLSA compliance, labor relations, hiring, compensation and employee relations; reviews and recommends changes to the personnel manual.
- Carries out supervisory/managerial responsibility in accordance with policies, procedures and applicable laws, including: interviewing, hiring and training staff; planning, assigning and directing work; establishing deadlines; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; coordinating, developing and approving staff training; approving leave requests; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Develops the department’s annual budget and establish operating standards of the department.
- Maintains centralized personnel records regarding attendance, performance, and benefit information.
- Oversees the implementation and processing of payroll administration and ensures compliance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and all applicable federal and state laws.
- Develops personnel budget and verifies accuracy of personnel in accounting software system; works with Information Systems Division on streamlining and automating procedures; works with Accounting Division on accuracy of state for general ledger; develops and verifies personnel costs in software and releases date for budget development.
- Works with software providers to oversee payroll and applicant tracking software maintenance; also assists in training staff on software during updates or migrations.
- Assists with the design and implementation of the city’s wellness program.
- Advises employees and supervisors on administrative procedures. Monitors and advises managers and supervisors in the progressive discipline system of the city. Monitors the implementation of a performance improvement process with non-performing employees.
- Plans, develops and conducts employee training.
- Coordinates, plans and directs the City’s risk management program; identifies, analyzes and evaluates risks; ensures safety procedures are followed; coordinates and monitors the processing of claims administration, authorizes necessary medical care; processes bills and maintains related records and files, and negotiates settlements.
- Directs development and implementation of the city’s compensation and classification plan; duties include conducting salary surveys, conducting job audits, analyzing classification and pay issues, implementing employee appraisal system, and proposing revisions to policies and plans; coordinates with pay and class consultants.
- Administers the City’s benefit program; make recommendations to City Council on coverage changes; answers employee questions about benefit program; assists employees with difficult benefit situations; reviews processing of benefit payments. Serves as liaison to third party administrators. Conducts benefit orientations and other benefit training.
- Coordinates and conducts investigations involving disciplinary actions or employee grievances; recommends appropriate action; Review employee appeals through the city’s complaint procedure Represents the City at personnel related hearings and investigations.
- Monitors personnel practices in the public sector and reviews personnel laws and statutes to determine impact on city operations; proposes changes to personnel policies and personnel handbook and reviews same to ensure compliance with applicable state and federal laws.
- Serves as coordinator of the city’s Drug and Alcohol Program; oversees scheduling of pre-employment drug testing, scheduling employee physicals and tests, and providing drug/alcohol awareness training; handles employee termination and/or suspension when a positive drug screen results.
- Prepares various reports required by state and federal government. Leads City compliance with all existing labor, legal and government reporting requirements including any related to the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Department of Labor, worker compensation, etc. Maintains minimal City exposure to lawsuits.
- Oversees recruitment and selection activities; identifies best method to recruit for each position; prepares and posts job vacancy announcements; screens employment applications for minimum qualifications; ranks applications; develops and administers structured oral interviews and anchored rating scales, work simulation exercises and other appropriate selection methods; provides technical assistance to city departments in making selection decisions; administers employee exams; and coordinates the hiring of new employees. Conducts employee orientation.
- Coordinated the hiring of temporary workers for special events, prepares reports and spreadsheets for billing reimbursement of special events and grants received by the City for new employees.
- Prepares reports on hires, transfers, performance appraisals and absenteeism rates.
- Conducts exit interviews.
Qualifications for Consideration
Education, Experience, & Credentials:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited higher education institution in Human Resources Management or related field is required for consideration.
- 4-5 years of related experience is required.
- Any other combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job will also be considered.
- Alabama Association of Public Personnel Administrators Certification is desirable.
- State of Alabama Notary Public and International Personnel Management Certification is preferred.
- Federal, state, and local governmental employee regulations
- Principles and practices of human resources management and administration, budgeting, performance management, organizational development, public administration, basic accounting, negotiation and labor relations, worker’s compensation, and insurance and risk management.
- Policies, procedures, and regulations relating payroll.
- Applicable state, federal and local ordinances, laws, rules and regulations.
- Recordkeeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
- Standard business arithmetic, including percentages and decimals.
- Administration of staff and activities, either directly or through subordinate supervision.
- All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.
Compensation
The expected compensation for this position is between $80,000 – $120,000, depending upon qualifications. Budgeted allowances will be provided for professional development and participation in professional organizations.
