Deputy Human Resources Director
(Labor Relations Director)
Multnomah County
Portland, Oregon
SALARY: $81,940 - $131,104 annually
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
First review of applications: 10/18/2010
RECRUITMENT NO.: 9669-Deputy HR Director
THE POSITION:
Multnomah County, in Portland, Oregon, is seeking an executive level senior human resources manager. The Deputy Human Resources Director (Labor Relations Director) is the county’s chief negotiator for labor contracts. The Deputy HR Director (LR Director) provides guidance and strategic direction to the Labor Relations section of Multnomah County, and serves as the Deputy Director for Central Human Resources; works with stakeholders and staff to ensure harmonious labor relations while balancing the interests of the County and its employees to ensure service excellence, and assists the County HR Director in directing and overseeing human resources services. The successful applicant will monitor changes in local, state, and federal regulations that impact the operations and management of Multnomah County; advise and make recommendations to the HR Director on proposed personnel policy or procedural changes; provide direction and supervision to labor relations staff; provide consulting services to Multnomah County managers and employees on a wide range of human resources and labor/employee relations issues.
The successful applicant will have demonstrated competencies in
the following areas:
Leadership, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively; build constructive
internal and external relationships; take calculated risks; create a work environment that
encourages creative thinking, problem solving and innovation; and to make sound and well-informed decisions and fully understand and anticipate the impact of those decisions.
Strategic and Systems Thinking, including the ability to determine objectives and set priorities;
anticipate threats and opportunities and develop appropriate strategies; model effective
integration of experiences, errors and discoveries to drive learning and organizational
improvement; and examine policy issues and strategic planning with a long-term perspective.
Management, including the ability to develop and maintain effective controls to ensure the integrity of the organization; lead and manage an inclusive workplace that maximizes the talents of each person to achieve sound business results; and effectively manage and resolve conflict.
Individual characteristics that include the ability to create a culture that fosters high standards of ethics and integrity; behaving in a fair and ethical manner towards others; and a demonstrated sense of corporate responsibility and commitment to public service.
Multnomah County is actively recruiting persons from diverse backgrounds to enhance service delivery to our diverse community. Our commitment to exceptional customer service relies upon a team-oriented workplace and a continuous quality improvement environment.
THE COMMUNITY:
Multnomah County is located in the beautiful Pacific NW with the city of Portland serving as the County seat. Portland is often called “America’s best kept secret” and is frequently rated as one of the best places to live in the US. And no wonder – Portland and the surrounding cities are a collection of neighborhoods, each with its distinct character and charm. The city has an excellent transportation system including light-rail, bus system, streetcar, freeways/highways, streets and bike paths. Our mild weather, breath-taking scenery, good schools, vibrant communities and friendly people make the Portland area and Multnomah County great places to live and work!
THE COUNTY:
Multnomah County has approximately 4,500 employees. Chair Jeff Cogen and four Commissioners lead county government which consists of the County Auditor, District Attorney, Sheriff (all elected officials) and six service departments. The latter is comprised of Community Justice, Community Services, County Human Services, County Management, Libraries, and Health.
TO QUALIFY:
In order to meet the screening qualifications for this recruitment, applicants must have a combination of education and experience equivalent to that outlined below, plus any other listed screening qualifications. The following guidelines will be used in evaluating applications.
Experience: Ten (10) years of full-time progressively responsible professional experience in human resources with a large complex organization, including a minimum of five years in a senior supervisory/management capacity; must have detailed knowledge of all facets of HR management, with a focus in labor relations and all relevant federal, state of Oregon, and local laws. Experience working in a government/public sector setting is strongly preferred.
Education: Bachelor’s degree required in human resources management, business/public administration, social science, or a related field.
THE APPLICATION PACKET:
This position is open until filled and may be subject to close at anytime. First review of applications will begin during the week of October 18, 2010.
Online application packets must be submitted by midnight on the closing date when specified, and will consist of the following items listed below. Electronic copies of your résumé and letter of interest can be emailed directly to patsy.moushey@multco.us or you may attach your résumé and letter of interest to your online application and submit online.
A standard Multnomah County short employment application form.
A current résumé that covers relevant experience and education.
A letter of interest that details your interest and how you qualify for the position. Address your abilities in the areas of leadership, strategic and systems thinking, labor relations, customer service, and management. Please limit your response to two pages or less.
THE SCREENING PROCESS:
This executive, non-civil service recruitment is for an unclassified position that serves at the pleasure of the HR Director. Application materials will be screened to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Based on this evaluation, only applicants that best match the job qualifications will be scheduled for further review and next steps.
Tentative timeline:
First round of interviews during the week of November 8-12, 2010
Second round of interviews during the week of December 6-10, 2010
Anticipated start date mid-January 2011
NOTE: These timelines are tentative and subject to change at any time.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT:
Multnomah County will give consideration to all qualified applicants for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, political affiliations, sexual orientation, gender identity, source of income, familial status or any other non-merit factor. Accommodations and/or assistance will be gladly provided for any applicant with sensory or nonsensory impairments, upon request, at the telephone numbers listed below.
HOW TO APPLY:
On-line: www.multco.us/jobs
Questions about the application process for the hearing impaired: 503-988-5170 TTY
NOTE: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Contact Name(s)/Phone(s): Patsy Moushey/503-988-5015 x28198
Department: Department of County Management
Class Number/Title: 9669/Deputy HR Director
Date: October 1, 2010
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