Budget Director, NYCDOE Borough/Citywide Offices
The Assistant Director of Human Resources is a professional management position in the Human Resources Department reporting to the Director of Human Resources. An individual in this position must hold the trust and confidence of the Director and is responsible for the management and oversight of several functional areas within the Human Resources Department and in addition, serves as a back-up to the Director in other areas.
This person is responsible for hiring, evaluating and managing a group of Human Resources Generalists. An individual in this position must be versed in all areas of human resources along with a working knowledge of risk management. Additionally, this person takes action on complex and sensitive Human Resources issues which are at times very specialized and integral to the organization.
Depending on the assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, and perform related duties as assigned:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Depending on the assignment, the incumbent may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties, and perform related duties as assigned:
Sets performance expectations and manages resources to achieve strategic goals in the following functional areas within the Human Resources Department:
Collaborates with the Director to set performance expectations and achieve strategic goals in the following functional area within the Human Resources Department:
Collaborates with the Director and management staff within the Human Resources Department to bring about improvement and excellence in other functional areas of the Department, namely:
Outline of tasks in areas 1-3 as follows:
APPENDIX
RECRUITMENT & PLACEMENT
COMPENSATION/CLASSIFICATION/BENEFITS
BENEFITS
TRAINING & ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT
LABOR & EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
Required Skills
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Excellent knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to Human Resources along with the ability to apply this knowledge in furtherance of the Department/Organization goals.
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of public human resources administration including recruitment, testing, selection, classification and compensation, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), employee relations, labor relations, employee development and performance planning and appraisal. Along with this knowledge base, must possess the ability to apply their knowledge to achieve best practice performance in these areas.
Knowledge of County Human Resources Policies and labor contract provisions.
Demonstrated ability to carry out instructions and understand strategic goals along with the ability to break down strategic goals and apply them to the incumbent’s management style to achieve strategic goals.
Must possess the ability to identify and proactively seek out trends in Human Resources program development and then apply those new programs or practices successfully.
The ability to develop and implement strategic plans along with the knowledge of and ability to apply research methods and data analysis techniques to the development of strategic goals and evaluation of those goals.
Demonstrated ability to function in fast-paced, stressful environment.
The ability to skillfully navigate or manage conflict and politically charged situations while staying true to ethical business practices and the mission of the organization.
Skill and ability to manage large projects like process management change and software implementations.
Knowledge and ability to perform cost-benefit analysis on various topics related to Human Resources along with the ability evaluate risk vs. reward type scenarios.
Knowledge of management practices and the ability to manage and evaluate staff based upon consistent, established criteria and according to County Policies.
Skill in change management, problem-solving and conflict resolution.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentially handle information, records and issues.
Ability to successfully use County-specific technology and general office software.
Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively both verbally and in writing; ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, correspondence and documents.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers organization and staff, representatives of other governmental agencies, the public and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to collaborate with diverse groups of people, including constituencies which may have been underrepresented, facilitate inclusive participation in programs and activities; communicate cross-culturally.
Ability to manage people to bring out their maximum level of performance and work with them through difficult situations to reach places that align best with the Department/Organizational goals.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION
Requires mainly office work, involving standing or walking some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis, and high dexterity in operating office equipment, including a keyboard, phone, copier, etc.
The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision and the ability to hear and speak to understand, respond to and build relationships with a diverse clientele.
Required Experience
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, human resources or a related field;
A minimum of six (6) and up to ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in the development and delivery of human resources services;
Experience managing staff, projects and programs successfully in a dynamic environment;
Valid driver’s license with a good driving record;
Or any combination of education and experience that provides the candidates possesses the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties prescribed to the position (above).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Excellent knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and court decisions applicable to Human Resources along with the ability to apply this knowledge in furtherance of the Department/Organization goals.
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and techniques of public human resources administration including recruitment, testing, selection, classification and compensation, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), employee relations, labor relations, employee development and performance planning and appraisal. Along with this knowledge base, must possess the ability to apply their knowledge to achieve best practice performance in these areas.
Knowledge of County Human Resources Policies and labor contract provisions.
Demonstrated ability to carry out instructions and understand strategic goals along with the ability to break down strategic goals and apply them to the incumbent’s management style to achieve strategic goals.
Must possess the ability to identify and proactively seek out trends in Human Resources program development and then apply those new programs or practices successfully.
The ability to develop and implement strategic plans along with the knowledge of and ability to apply research methods and data analysis techniques to the development of strategic goals and evaluation of those goals.
Demonstrated ability to function in fast-paced, stressful environment.
The ability to skillfully navigate or manage conflict and politically charged situations while staying true to ethical business practices and the mission of the organization.
Skill and ability to manage large projects like process management change and software implementations.
Knowledge and ability to perform cost-benefit analysis on various topics related to Human Resources along with the ability evaluate risk vs. reward type scenarios.
Knowledge of management practices and the ability to manage and evaluate staff based upon consistent, established criteria and according to County Policies.
Skill in change management, problem-solving and conflict resolution.
Ability to exercise discretion and confidentially handle information, records and issues.
Ability to successfully use County-specific technology and general office software.
Ability to communicate clearly, logically, and persuasively both verbally and in writing; ability to prepare clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, correspondence and documents.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with managers organization and staff, representatives of other governmental agencies, the public and others encountered in the course of work.
Ability to collaborate with diverse groups of people, including constituencies which may have been underrepresented, facilitate inclusive participation in programs and activities; communicate cross-culturally.
Ability to manage people to bring out their maximum level of performance and work with them through difficult situations to reach places that align best with the Department/Organizational goals.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE POSITION
Requires mainly office work, involving standing or walking some of the time, exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular basis, and high dexterity in operating office equipment, including a keyboard, phone, copier, etc.
The position requires normal visual acuity and field of vision and the ability to hear and speak to understand, respond to and build relationships with a diverse clientele.