Meskwaki Settlement School
Job Description
Job Title: Human Resources Manager
Summary: The Human Resources Manager will perform a wide range of routine and complex Human Resource functions such as: background checks, recruiting, assisting and independently managing the day to day operations of the office of the Meskwaki Settlement School; providing excellent customer service to all employees and public, and maintenance and update of files, policies and procedures.
Works in partnership with the Superintendent and other team members to develop, improve and implement HR process and programs.
Education & Experience:
* Bachelor's Degree in Business, Human Resource or Management required.
Five (5) years of Human Resource Generalist or Specialist experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Two (2) years of experience working in a Tribal organization preferred.
* Tribal Adjudication Professional certification preferred, or must be willing to obtain certification within the first year of employment.
Requirements:
* Must have a driver's license with an insurable driving record.
* Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Must be knowledgeable and proficient in computer word processing, spreadsheets, Internet, and email.
* Demonstrate knowledge and experience in team-building and teamwork.
* Must submit to and successfully complete a background investigation per P.L.
101-630, P.L.
101-647, and the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act.
* Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
* Extensive knowledge of the operation and programs of a school system preferred.
* Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality and operate with high integrity.
* Ability to work effectively, cooperatively, and respectfully with staff, students, parents,
and community members.
* High understanding of team building and teamwork.
* Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner.
* Ability to work independently with minimal direction to respond to office and project needs and see them through completion.
* Ability to exercise sound judgment at all times.
* Effective conflict resolution skills.
* Knowledge of P.L.
101-630, P.L.
101-647.
* Must have attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Prepare job posting announcements; update recruitment files; coordinate help-wanted advertising; respond to questions from applicants; schedule interviews; participate in interviews as requested; initiate background checks PL 101-630; conduct reference checks; coordinate pre-employment testing and drug screening; lead new employee orientations.
May extend employment offers and prepare hiring statistics.
* Assist departments in tracking FML usage each month; update leave tracking spreadsheet and monitor expiration of leave.
Assist with FML eligibility determinations and prepare required FML paperwork and forms to ensure compliance while partnering with Tribal Operations Benefit Administrators.
* Respond to questions about policies, procedures, and personnel issues.
Interpret policies; research and resolve issues.
May conduct policy research and assist the Superintendent in drafting policies and procedures.
* Assist and provide support during the contract period of teachers and administrators.
* Oversee the performance evaluation system.
Follow-up on late reviews and assist departments with tracking evaluation due dates.
* Proven expertise in HRIS and payroll processing.
* Assist departments with compensation program needs.
Work with supervisors to establish new positions and job reclassifications.
* Carry out various human resources programs and procedures for employees.
* Participate in developing department goals and objectives.
* Keep the database up to date with employee information.
* Participate in benefits administration including claims resolution, change reporting, and approving payments.
* Maintain, record, report, and log all information regarding applicant flow procedures.
* Initiate and maintain extensive forms of written and oral communication.
* Receive calls and screen callers in a professional, polite and tactful manner.
* Serve as a liaison for the superintendent with other school staff, tribal entities, and the public.
* Supervise and coordinate the preparation of publications (brochures, directories, calendars, pamphlets, newsletters, etc.
).
* Supervise HR assistant
* Assist in the completion of reports for state, federal and tribal entities; oversees the keeping of all necessary administrative records and reports.
* Work with designated committees on programs, projects or courses of action.
* Point of contact for issues involving handbooks and policies.
* Complete projects that are assigned using efficiency in time and process.
* Participate in staff meetings and attend other meetings and seminars as required.
* Overall responsibility to maintain personnel records.
* Maintain the highest standards of confidentiality.
* Other duties as assigned.
Supervisor:
* Supervised by the Superintendent
Salary:
* DOQ