Public Relations Director jobs in Battle Creek, MI

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Primary Function
The Director of Human Resources and Labor Relations is responsible for the organization, direction and administration of human resources and labor relations activities of the District including labor relations, and regulatory compliance of human resources operations, organizational development, training, evaluations, compensation and labor and employee relations. The Director is also responsible for monitoring and assuring that the District is in compliance with all regulations and standards governing human resources operations, programs and activities.


Position Responsibilities
Policies and Procedures:

• Develop, update and communicate personnel policies and procedures
• Determine the need for changes in policy to reflect changes in employment law or changes in the organization
• Provide consultation and training to managers and supervisors in policies and procedures and their implementation
• Interpret policies and procedures as they apply to employee problems, conflicts and needs
• Provide oversight and administration of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regulations and board policy
  

Management and Supervision:

• Demonstrates commitment to quality customer service and creative problem solving
• Responsible for maintenance of the official personnel files in conformance with state and federal law (Bullard Plawecki Employee Right to Know Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, HIPPA, and other applicable laws)
• Maintains a network of peer contacts through professional organizations
• Oversees benefits administration
  

Employment Law:

• Assumes responsibility for legal liabilities related to personnel functions
• Acts as liaison with employment law consultants and legal counsel
• Serves as primary liaison with attorneys representing personnel matters
• Establishes and monitors employment practices that minimize exposure to liability
• Assures district compliance with all applicable laws, regulations and standard practices
• Investigates all grievances and harassment claims, review policies and procedures to ensure legal and regulatory compliance
  

Quality Improvement:

• Participates in continuous quality improvement practices
• Directs the preparation, distribution, collation of periodic employee satisfaction surveys and then develops the appropriate steps to address results
• Manages human capital management software processes and cross-functional communication
  

Training:

• Implements systemic training programs
  

Performance Evaluations:

• Updates and maintains an effective performance evaluation system for all employees
  

Compensation:

• Administers new hire compensation and salary increases to staff according to established policies
• Conducts periodic salary and benefits surveys
• Reviews and recommends changes in employee compensation
  

Employee Relations:

• Investigates all grievances and claims of harassment
• Resolves conflicts, promote good will among all staff
• Assures that the Human Resources Department is responsive to all employee questions and requests in a timely and professional manner
  

Liaison with the Unions:

• Assumes primary responsibility for on-going communication and interaction with Union Representatives
• Serves as the Chief Negotiator
  

Safety:

• Instructs staff concerning all safety policies, procedures, and rules and enforce these within work group
• Provides role model leadership for safety

Qualifications

• The job requires knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A Master's Degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• A minimum of five to seven years of job experience in the human resources field in a supervisory position.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience in a medium to large urban school district in a human resources leadership role is preferred.
• PHR or SPHR preferred, but not required.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities (SKA) Required:

• Knowledge of Public Employment (PERA), the Michigan Employment Relations Commission (MERC), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), PA 54 or 2011, PA 152 of 2011, PA 300 of 2012, Worker’s Compensation, unemployment compensation, and other applicable employment and school laws required.
• Knowledge of school software systems (Frontline, SMART) and related human resources processes and procedures. Ability to utilize data including strong technical, analytical presentation and oral/written communication skills, computer proficiency, including Microsoft applications.
• Excellent oral and written communication and human relations skills.
• Ability to exercise good judgment, resourcefulness, and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates, the Board of Education, and other schools.
• Ability to work independently, must be able to be in compliance and understand Board policies to determine the use of funds. Must be able to work with other departments to perform job functions.
• Previous experience in the human resources field with extensive experience in contract negotiation/administration.

Compensation: Up to $115,000/year. Commensurate with education and experience.

Required with Application: Cover letter, resume, business references, and transcripts

CONTRACT: 261 Work Days (12 Month Calendar)

SCHOOL SAFETY CLEARANCE: The successful candidate will be subject to a fingerprint and background check as a condition of employment. All fees required for the check (estimated $73.00) is the responsibility of the successful applicant.
Battle Creek Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristics, in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. Equal Opportunity Employment.