City of Tacoma Hiring for Employee Relations Manager at Tacoma, WA Full Time



Employee Relations Manager

Salary

$112,278.40 – $158,080.00 Annually

Location

Tacoma, WA

Job Type

Non-Classified

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

P1060-23

Department

Human Resources

Opening Date

08/18/2023

Closing Date

9/4/2023 5:00 PM Pacific

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Position Description

The City of Tacoma Human Resources Department seeks an experienced Employee Relations Manager to join their team. In this role you will be an integral member of the Talent Solutions team and will be tasked with providing strategic input, insight, and advice with respect to employee relations, coaching and development, performance management, conflict management, organizational change and more.

The mission of the City of Tacoma is to provide high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective municipal services that enhance the lives of citizens and the vitality of neighborhoods and business districts through teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Under the direction of the Assistant Human Resources Director, this position contributes to this mission by providing leadership in developing and administering comprehensive human resources management programs, assuring compliance with federal, state, and local government laws, and promoting best human resources management practices.

Responsibilities Include

• Through the lens of equity and anti-racism, develop and manage Citywide Employee Relations solutions, programs and policies
• Lead the implementation of a variety of strategic City-wide programs as appropriate to the Employee Relations function
• Interpret data to identify trends, providing insights and making recommendations to stakeholders and cross-functional partners
• Develop scalable solutions, programs and policies to improve equity and the employee experience
• Act as a subject matter expert providing strategic coaching to HR professionals and management of all levels on addressing a variety of people issues while effectively mitigating organizational risk
• Partner with Learning team to provide developmental training and coaching on employee relations techniques, corrective action and documentation, and performance management best practices to support continuous professional development and drive manager enablement
• Provide leadership and mentoring to professional Talent Solutions staff
• Ensure the team has the competencies and capabilities to adapt to an ever-changing environment
• Design and implement mechanisms to share best practices, evaluating efficiencies and effectiveness, developing team goals and setting expectations across the team
• Represent the Talent Solutions Division and HR Department on city-wide committees, task forces, and projects
• May represent the Assistant HR Director in their absence
• Conduct high stake investigations and make recommendations for solutions to ensure equity, fairness and legal compliance

Qualifications

Minimum Education*

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or directly related field.

Minimum Experience*

6 years of progressively responsible experience including 1 year as a supervisor or manager.

• Equivalency: 1 year of experience = 1 year of education

An Equivalent Combination To

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, human resource management, or a closely related field (related experience can substitute for a degree) AND six years of increasingly responsible experience (to include one year as a supervisor or manager) in advising managers, supervisors, and staff in personnel management, administering labor contracts, managing employee performance, and in interpreting federal, state and local laws related to public employment and labor relations

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in a government and/or unionized environment highly preferred
• Six years of employee relations experience, with at least four years of experience leading Employee Relations teams
• Deep understanding of employee relations with focus on operational strategies for advancing an employee relations function
• Experience using data to identify insights that drive action
• Leading and implementing Employee Relations system-wide programs in a large, complex, highly union organized, multi-site organization
• Confident communication and management of stakeholders across all levels of an organization, including the ability to propose complex solutions and explanations in writing
• Sound judgment even in ambiguous or stressful situations
• Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet all of the qualifications listed. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one from a less traditional background. If you have transferable experience, please tell us about it.

Selection Process & Supplemental Information

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma’s diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma’s entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success. In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress. One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves. We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences. Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

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I nterested individuals should apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter that includes job experience, major responsibilities and accomplishments related to this position.

Reference checks will be conducted on final candidates and appointment is subject to passing a background check.

Communication from the City of Tacoma

NOTE: For questions regarding this specific recruitment contact Kat Flores, ([email protected]) HR Analyst

We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.

The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted before the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.

For assistance with the NEOGOV application process, questions regarding this job announcement, or if you are experiencing complications while applying, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00 pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. (For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system, call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time.)

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Public Employees’ Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.

Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age 26 or younger.

Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.

Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.

Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.

Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.

Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees’ Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees’ Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.

Other Employment Information

Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.

Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.

Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.

Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.

01

Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in public administration, human resource management, or a closely related field (related work experience will substitute for a degree on a year-for-year basis)?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have six (6) years of increasingly responsible experience (to include 1 year as a supervisor or manager) in public employment and labor relations, to include advising managers, supervisors, and staff in personnel management, administering labor contracts, managing employee performance, and in interpreting federal, state and local laws.

• Yes
• No

03

Please describe your experience leading employee relations function in a highly unionized environment (government or large organization).

04

Please describe at least four years’ experience leading employee relations team(s). How did your leadership contribute to the success of the team.

05

One of the City’s Principles that guides us is Equity. Describe what equity means to you and describe any experience you have working with diverse groups of people.

06

Please tell us how you learned about this job opening.

• Job Interest Card notification
• Internet search
• Professional organization
• Military organization
• Union job posting
• City of Tacoma employee
• Online job board posting
• Word of mouth
• LinkedIn
• SEED
• TTEP (Tacoma Training and Education Program)
• Indeed
• Facebook
• Instagram
• Careers in Government
• Government Jobs
• NWPPA
• Outreach Event

07

Please provide specific information regarding how you learned about this job opening. Thank you, your feedback will be used to evaluate our success reaching the public and refine our methods for future job postings.

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Agency

City of Tacoma

Address

Human Resources Department 747 Market Street Tacoma, Washington, 98402-3764

Phone

253-591-5400

Website

http://www.cityoftacoma.org

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