City Of New York

Executive Director of Human Resources, Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations

City Of New York$120K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Master's degree in relevant fields or equivalent experience
  • 3 years in a health services setting, including 18 months in a managerial role
  • Ability to make independent decisions regarding program management
  • Experience in public health or related fields
  • Strong understanding of personnel administration and labor relations

Responsibilities

  • Oversee HR daily operations and executive administration
  • Align HR goals with agency objectives through research and analysis
  • Develop and enforce personnel management policies and best practices
  • Guide and motivate HR staff and Senior Directors
  • Advise on personnel issues and resolve complex HR challenges
  • Collaborate with city oversight and union leadership
  • Monitor HR operations and evaluate staff performance

Benefits

  • Loan forgiveness programs available for city employees
  • Premium-free health insurance saving over $10K annually
  • Defined benefit pension plan for retirement
  • Tax-deferred savings program offered
  • Worksite wellness resources to promote health
  • Job security compared to the private sector
Full Job Description
All are invited to apply to the position of Executive Director of Human Resources. Please note, many City government positions are part of the Civil Service system, and although at this time permanency is not required for the civil service title of Health Service Manager, in 2028 a civil service exam may be scheduled. If scheduled, applicants are responsible for applying and for taking it during the official filing period. Eligibility for permanent appointment is subject to Civil Service rules and placement on an eligible list, as applicable. To find out more about the civil service exam schedule please use the following link: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/how-can-you-find-upcoming-exams.page The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is a world-renowned agency with a long tradition of protecting and promoting health in the nation's most culturally and linguistically diverse city. Our 7,000-plus team members bring an extraordinary array of languages, cultures, and experiences to bear on the work of public health. The Division of Administration facilitates the work of the entire Agency. Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner, the Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations (HR/LR) is seeking an exceptional, highly motivated, and experienced professional with extensive knowledge of personnel administration to serve as Executive Director. The successful candidate should have excellent communication skills, sound judgement and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: Under the guidance and direction of the Assistant Commissioner of Human Resources and Labor Relations, the selected candidate will assume responsibility for the following duties and responsibilities: - Oversee daily operations and executive administration of the Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations. - Support the Bureau's short- and long-term personnel goals by conducting research, providing analysis and recommendations, and aligning HR objectives with agency priorities. - Develop, update, and enforce agency-wide policies, procedures, and guidelines related to personnel management. Align internal programs and HR strategies, implement best practices, and restructure HR functions as needed. - Provide leadership and guidance to Senior Directors and HR staff, maximizing their potential through motivation, development, and career advancement opportunities. - Advise the Assistant Commissioner of Human Resources on personnel issues, lead special projects, and resolve complex HR challenges by identifying priorities, coordinating requirements, and adjusting strategies as needed - Advise and provide accountabilities and goals for talent acquisition, staffing, compliance, contracts, compensation, benefits, training, records management, succession planning, employee relations, EEO compliance, and labor relations. - Collaborate with NYC oversight entities (City Administrative Services, Mayor's Office of Labor Relations, Office of Management and Budget) and union leadership to strengthen relationships. - Monitor HR operations by tracking trends, se ting performance metrics, and evaluating recruitment, training, and disciplinary processes to improve staff performance and productivity. - Provide HR support to executive leadership, including Assistant Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, and the Commissioner of Health. Develop customer service strategies to foster collaboration across Agency divisions - Oversee key functions such as Leaves and Benefits, Personnel Actions, and Hiring/Civil Service, ensuring continuity during public health emergencies and emergency activations. - Participate in executive search committees to recruit senior leadership and implement agency-wide initiatives as directed by the Assistant Commissioner - Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/) - Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as: o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment. o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position's associated union/benefit fund. o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement. o a tax-deferred savings program and o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers. Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home. - Job Security - you could enjoy more job security compared to private sector employment and be able to contribute to making NYC a healthy place to live and work. HEALTH SERVICES MANAGER - 10069 Qualifications 1. A master's degree from an accredited college in hospital administration, public health, community health, health administration, emergency preparedness planning/management, emergency medical services, fire safety, law enforcement, homeland security, project management, public administration, business administration, management, or administration and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in a health services setting such as a laboratory, hospital, or other patient care facility, or in a public health, community health, environmental health, school health, social services, or mental hygiene program, of which at least 18 months of experience must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity requiring independent decision-making concerning program management, planning, evaluation for quality improvement and assurance, allocation of resources, and the scheduling and assignment of work; or 2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and five years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or 3. An associate's degree from an accredited college and seven years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or 4. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus nine years of full-time satisfactory experience as described in "1" above; or 5. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. Education may be substituted for experience on the basis that each 30 graduate semester credits from an accredited college in hospital administration, public health, community health, health administration, emergency preparedness planning/management, emergency medical services, fire safety, law enforcement, homeland security, project management, public administration, business administration, management, or administration, or a related specialized area can be substituted for one year of non-managerial experience up to a maximum of 60 semester credits for two years. Furthermore, undergraduate education may be substituted for experience on the basis that each 30 semester undergraduate credits from an accredited college may be substituted for one year of non-managerial experience, up to a maximum of four years. However, all candidates must have a high school diploma or its educational equivalent and 18 months of managerial experience as described in "1" above. Additional Information

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