• Job Description

  Req#: 4957777
  Performs functions related to recruitment and selection, policy and procedure application, benefits and compensation administration, payroll, Human Resources Management System (HRIS), workplace environment concerns and general human resources consultation.
  • At least three (3) years of human resource experience; and
  • One (1) year of post-secondary education; or
  • Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in Public Administration or Human Resources. An appropriate advanced degree may be substituted for the experience requirements.
  Please Note: Submittal of your transcripts are required by the application deadline to receive credit. Please submit to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department; electronically to humanresources@dmgov.org, by fax to 515-237-1680, or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317 by the application deadline.
  • Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer background check, physical examination, and drug screen;
  • Possession of a valid Iowa driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.
  • Possesses a PHR or eligible to obtain within 12 months of employment.
  • Provides information on all public personnel matters, such as job openings, pay rates and minimum qualifications necessary for employment in a specific position; benefits matters, pay schedules and work place environment issues.
  • Performs job analysis and evaluation, including in field observations of employees and supervisors to determine the essential functions and duties of City positions and uses job analysis to develop and/or modify job specifications and development of exams;
  • Develops, validates and administers entrance and promotional examinations;
  • Evaluates and screens application materials;
  • Responds and participates in unemployment claims and hearings;
  • Conducts applicant background checks;
  • Extends conditional/final job offers;
  • Organizes and conducts new employee orientation and pre-retirement seminars;
  • Processes new employees;
  • Determines eligibility for job transfers, promotions and demotions;
  • Counsels and communicates with applicants and employees regarding testing procedures and results, employment opportunities and employment status;
  • Advises and communicates with Departments on Civil Service and personnel procedures, rules, examination procedures and related personnel matters;
  • Oversees payroll processes;
  • Administers City employee benefits;
  • Administers HRMS;
  • Provides technical support on employee counseling, EAP referrals and career opportunities;
  • Responds to FMLA questions for employees;
  • Trains new and current staff on Departmental tasks;
  • Keeps immediate supervisor and others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems;
  • Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas;
  • Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner;
  • Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities;
  • Develops and recommends employee related policies;
  • Prepares human resources communications recommending City Council Action;
  • Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.

• About the company

  Des Moines (/dɪˈmɔɪn/) is the capital and the most populous city in the US state of Iowa.

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