Human Resources Manager II, Austin Police

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Job Description:

Purpose:

Under minimal direction, directs, manages, and supervises the activities and operations of all functional Human Resources (HR) areas for entire City departments with medium-to-large regular employee populations and/or complex operations or City-wide responsibilities.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

• Partners with executive management on HR programmatic analysis, in the achievement of objectives and in resolution of complex HR-related issues, providing direct operational oversight, advice, and analytical support within the assigned department. Ensures program efforts, policies, and programs are in alignment with goals and objectives of department as well as the City.
  
• Supports and partners with senior leader(s) and City and Departmental Executive management to implement enhancements, monitor trends that could impact operations and efficiencies, improve policies and procedures, provide solutions and recommendations for practice and process improvements, and identify training needs and solutions to operational efficiency and service quality.
  
• Develops and implements standard operating practices and procedures, as necessary.
  
• Manages assigned budget and provides input to the annual budget process; prepares cost estimates and recommendations; monitors, administers, and controls budget allocation; authorizes expenditures; and recommends and justifies capital expenditures.
  
• Directs implementation/administration on assigned project or process; assigns projects, sets schedules, and monitors task completion for timeliness, accuracy, and effectiveness; performs quality checks of program-related data and personnel; prepares and reviews reports to monitor and communicate performance results; and directs HR team in implementation of agreed upon actions until the problem has been resolved.
  
• Communicates section/division, project, and program information to management and others; and represents the City at a variety of meetings, events, and on committees regarding services, programs, plans, and projects.
  
• Serves as a liaison and advisor within department and between the Department HR and other City departments, agencies, and other external organizations by providing guidance on, and interpretation of, applicable systems, policies, procedures, strategies, process work flows, and regulations; and monitors compliance with policies, regulations, laws, and program objectives.
  
• Investigates and responds to complaints from managers and employees, and makes recommendations.
  

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:

• Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
  

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and ordinances governing personnel and employment practices.
  
• Knowledge of HR and departmental processes, techniques, and methods.
  
• Knowledge of practices, methods, and industry trends related to coaching, program administration, management, and leadership development.
  
• Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
  
• Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
  
• Skill in oral and written communication.
  
• Skill in using computers and related software applications.
  
• Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
  
• Skill in handling conflict and uncertain situations.
  
• Skill in data analysis and problem-solving.
  
• Skill in planning and organizing.
  
• Ability to maintain up-to-date knowledge/education as it relates to HR, the operations of the City, and/or its departments.
  
• Ability to understand key, cross-functional business issues to resolve issues through conflict management and coaching.
  
• Ability to analyze HR business needs and develop short- and long-range plans.
  
• Ability to train others.
  
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  
• Ability to quickly recognize and analyze irregular events.
  
• Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with other City employees and the public.
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in a field related to job, plus six (6) years of related HR experience, including at least two (2) years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
  
• Experience may substitute for one (1) year of the required education up to a maximum of four (4) years.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct Human Resources administration experience supporting a large public safety/ governmental agency, municipality, educational institution, or non-profit organization in the following disciplines: Recruitment, Selection, and Retention; Payroll and Timekeeping (experience with Workday and UKG a plus); Compensation; Leave, Risk, and Safety Management; Organizational and Employee Development; Employee Relations; Performance Management; Public Information Requests and Records Retention
  
• Direct experience supporting Civil Service Meet and Confer (Texas Local Chapter 143) employees.
  
• Direct experience consulting with all levels of leadership in process improvement, project management, and strategic planning.
  
• Demonstrated experience preparing documentation, performance measures, reports, and memoranda for executive leadership, including analyzing data trends, summarizing findings, and developing recommendations for process improvements and solutions.
  
• Professional HR certification (PHR, SHRM, PSHRA HR).
  
• Ability to Travel to different work locations
  

Notes to Candidate:

The Human Resources Manager II administers and manages all aspects of the Human Resources Division of the Austin Police Department including strategic planning, organizational development, performance evaluation and management, recruitment, employee relations, investigations, safety, risk management, compensation, benefits, payroll/timekeeping, training, adherence to Municipal Civil Service rules and COA policy and procedure, as well as governmental and legal compliance. This position collaborates with internal/external customers, peers, management and stakeholders to foster and develop effective relationships. They will need demonstrated organizational development and change management skills and must be highly capable of working with different leadership styles, diverse and/or complex organizational issues and structures.

Work Location: 715 E. 8th Street

Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00am-5:00pm, hours may vary depending on

office needs. Telework may be available.

Payrate: $ 91,080.00- $117,000.00 annually

City of Austin Application:

A complete and detailed City of Austin employment application is required to help us better evaluate your qualifications. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. Starting salary will be based on overall relevant experience and education. Application must include job titles, job duties performed, full or part time status. Your work history should include the duties you performed, any supervisory or lead responsibilities, and any equipment or computer software used.

A resume and cover letter must be submitted to be considered for this position but will not substitute for a complete employment application. Please verify the employment history dates on your resume exactly match your online application.

CBI:

Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions. Please Click here to find more information.

Secondary Employment:

All Austin Police employees are prohibited from accepting or engaging in any secondary employment that might conflict or interfere with an employee’s duty and responsibility to the Department.

• APD must review all secondary employment.
  
• Employees are required to submit a Secondary Employment Application for review and approval upon being hired with APD, as well as current APD employees considering Secondary employment.
  

Benefits:

Working with the Austin Police Department provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click here to find more information.

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Travel:
If you are selected for this position and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.

Important Note to Applicants:
Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply , but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed . All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

This position can close at any time after 7 days.

We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.

EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

Closing Date/Time: 2025-12-20

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