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Human Resources Director

The City of Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a seasoned, experienced, highly competent Human Resources leader with a deep commitment to the mission of public service. The ideal candidate is adept at navigating and balancing complex issues with objectivity and is solution-oriented in their approach.

This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact in a growing city, leading initiatives that support employee success, organizational effectiveness, and community trust.

A key focus of the position is managing the development and implementation of departmental goals and priorities. It involves evaluating service levels, monitoring performance, and making data-driven decisions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of HR service delivery. Currently, an 18-month comprehensive Classification Market Study is underway and must be managed effectively.

Over the next few months, the Director will be responsible for addressing other key initiatives including civil service and union relations, budget planning, mitigating increasing costs for the self-funded plan, integrating the Fire Department model for Emergency Medical Services, addressing complexities around the payroll platform and the HRIS Division with an emphasis on being agile, efficient, and innovative.

This position provides strategic leadership and oversight for the City's Human Resources Department, including Civil Service functions in alignment with the requirements of the Civil Service Commission. The candidate must also be capable of assessing and refining policies, interpreting and applying complex employment laws and regulations, and responding with professionalism to sensitive organizational and community matters.

The successful candidate will bring a proven record in leading teams. They will be a thoughtful, forward-looking leader who inspires and guides HR staff in a team-oriented and inclusive environment and leads organizational change with a focus on long-term sustainability and impact. A collaborative mindset and the ability to build trust and rapport and foster productive relationships across all levels of the organization are key to success in this role.

The Director of Human Resources & Civil Service plans, directs and manages the activities and operations of the Human Resources department, including recruitment, information systems / records, classification and compensation, civil service, employee and labor relations, benefits administration, wellness, occupational health & safety, ADA, workers' compensation, and policy / procedural development. The HR team is in excess of 60 FTE's, while managing a budget of $130M.

This position is full-time and offers a competitive compensation range of $165K - $195K base pay, depending on qualifications. Additionally, there is a $3,600 / yr car allowance. Relocation assistance is provided.

Benefits are designed to support employees' health, wellness, and safety, and include :

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
  • Health Incentives
  • Fitness discounts
  • Retirement Plans
  • Employee Assistance
  • Flexible Spending & HSAs
  • Leave (Paid Time Off)
  • Life & Disability Insurance

The City of Fort Worth is a modern metropolis which seamlessly blends its cattle and oil heritages with a vast array of businesses, industries, and entertainment. As the nation's 11th largest city and Texas' 4th largest city, with a population of one million, Fort Worth is one of the fastest-growing major cities. Fort Worth's growth enables it to offer all the benefits and amenities of a bustling metropolitan community supported by a backdrop of small-town charm. Taken together, these factors keep the city unpretentious yet warmly welcoming and uniquely charismatic.

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