POSITION OVERVIEW

The Human Resources Deputy Director provides strategic and operational support to the Human Resources Director, assisting with the oversight of daily departmental operations and the delivery of a broad range of HR programs and services. The Human Resources Deputy Director works within broad organizational policy and guidelines to plan, implement, and assess HR initiatives; supervise assigned staff; resolve complex personnel issues; and ensure regulatory compliance across HR functions. This position plays a critical role in advising City executives on HR strategies, guiding problem-solving efforts, and upholding the City's mission and CARES organizational values.

The Huma Resources Deputy Director may oversee one or more key HR functional areas, including:
benefits administration, learning and development, employee/labor relations and EEO , absence management and ADA compliance, classification and compensation, HRIS , and talent acquisition.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Provide strategic leadership and direct supervision to HR staff, including training, guidance, direction, evaluation, and constructive feedback.
• Develop, revise, and interpret HR policies and procedures; respond to inquiries regarding HR programs and City policies.
• Support the Director in managing daily operations of the HR department and implementing policies, long-range plans, and organizational priorities.
• Provide guidance on resolution of HR issues and departmental concerns; advise executives on strategies for effective problem-solving.
• Oversee assigned functional area(s) such as benefits, learning and development, employee relations/ EEO , ADA /absence management, classification and compensation, HRIS , or talent acquisition.
• Manage special assignments and complex HR projects delegated by the Director.
• Lead or participate in staff meetings, City-wide workgroups, and professional development sessions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, timelines, HR standards, and City policy.
• Uphold and model the City's CARES values : courteousness, attentiveness, resourcefulness, empowerment, and stewardship.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

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Required Qualifications
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT :
Requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, public administration, or a closely related field.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT :
In addition to satisfying the education standards, this position requires a minimum of five years of related, full-time equivalent HR experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES :
Requires a valid driver's license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards .

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT :
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant experience working within the public sector.
• Experience overseeing multiple HR functional areas in a large, complex organization.
• Project management experience and familiarity with HR enterprise systems.
• Experience in labor relations/ collective bargaining.
• PHR , SPHR , SHRM -CP, SHRM - SCP , and/or PSHR -CP certification(s).
• CCP , CEBS , CBP , CERP , or CLRP certification is a plus.