Starting salary: $75,000
Missoula Rural Fire District (MRFD) is currently accepting applications for our Human Resources (HR) Director position. The HR Director manages HR functions of MRFD to ensure legal compliance, implementation of the District’s mission and goals, and effective HR program management.
Position Summary
The Human Resource (“HR”) Director plans, leads, directs, develops, trains and coordinates the HR functions and activities of the Missoula Rural Fire District’s (“District”) to ensure legal compliance and implementation of the District’s mission and goals. The HR Director provides
leadership and oversight for development, implementation, and administration in the areas of
compensation, benefits, leave, labor relations, staffing, recruitment, retention and
organizational policies and procedures and assists in the implementation, management and
auditing of HR programs and systems.
Supervision
The HR Director reports directly to the Fire Chief and has no supervisory responsibility.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities This description is illustrative only and not intended to
be all-inclusive.
• Leads the design, development, and implementation of a broad range of HR practices
that are aligned with the District’s priorities.
• Provides support and guidance to the Fire Chief and employees on various HR issues
such as corrective action, performance management, policy and procedures, contract
interpretation and compliance requirements.
• Oversees and administers HR programs, including but not limited to: benefits, leave,
evaluation and promotion.
• Provides strategic planning for and oversees the District’s compensation programs
including union and non-union salary administration, salary surveys, statistical reports,
job analysis, market reviews for all positions and salary structure.
• Assists with compliance of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Ensures consistent and fair treatment of applicants and employees of the District.
• Participates in the investigation and resolution of ongoing employee relations and/or
compliance issues.
• Performs internal HR investigations including but not limited to: policy violations,
terminations and discrimination complaints.
• Guides and assists in providing legally compliant accommodations including leading the
interactive process.
• Oversees the creation and maintenance of position descriptions.
• Participates in the District’s organizational development and cultural change efforts.
• Maintains employee file records and information.
• Participates as an integral part of the District’s labor relations team including labor
negotiations, labor/management meetings, grievances, mediations, arbitrations and
other activities including salary/benefits survey research and analysis for bargaining unit
classifications.
• Ensures compliance with workers’ compensation regulations and manages and
administers workers’ compensation claims including documentation, claim processing
and return to work program.
• Works with the District’s Safety Committee to monitor and suggest safety changes to
reduce on-the-job injuries.
• Maintains and expands knowledge of existing and proposed HR related federal, state,
legal, and regulatory requirements including EEO, Fair Labor Standards Act, Wage and
Hour, FMLA, and other regulatory requirements in order to advise employees and
management on legally compliant requirements, processes and procedures.
• Oversees all aspects of the recruitment and selection process. Screens applications,
prepares interview questions, participates on interview panels, checks references and
background information on top candidates, assists with job offers and ensures
recruitment files are complete and adequately maintained.
• Provide comprehensive new employee orientation.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Develop and implement training and education on HR policies, procedures and
associated employment laws.
• Advise on employee corrective action and disciplinary matters.
• Develop and manage HR budget.
• Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations and ability to explain and consult on
same.
• Knowledge of the National Labor Relations Act.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of investigations, dispute resolution,
leadership and management, data collection, statistical analysis, recordkeeping, report
preparation, and business correspondence.
• Knowledge of basic use of personal computers and productivity applications such as
word processing, data management, presentation, spreadsheet, and customized
software applications.
• Knowledge of compensation and benefit programs
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Clear and effective writing skills including correct English usage, grammar, spelling,
vocabulary and punctuation.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective, cooperative and courteous working
relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including District officials,
District staff and the public.
• Ability to work on site during normal working hours.
• Ability to adapt to needs of the District.
• Ability to provide strong leadership, coaching, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to understand and operate within the District’s organizational structure.
• Ability to analyze and investigate problems, develop appropriate solutions, and take
necessary actions.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Ability to exercise and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to exercise discretion.
• Ability to confidently manage difficult, sensitive, and often uncomfortable conversations
and situations.
• Ability to use tact and diplomacy to diffuse escalating tension and promote cooperation.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to create and provide executive level presentations.
Required Experience/ Training/Licenses/Certifications
• Proof of eligibility for employment in the United States.
• Five or more years professional related experience in human resources with an
organization of more than 25 employees.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR or equivalent.
• Valid state driver’s license.
Preferred Experience/Training/Licenses/Certifications
• Human Resource experience with Montana local governments.
• Human Resource experience with public labor relations/contract negotiations.
• Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions
The physical demands and work environment conditions described here are representative
of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities
of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
• Frequently sedentary and administrative work in an office environment.
• Sitting, repetitive hand motion (such as typing), listening, talking, walking, standing,
bending, and carrying of items such as papers, books, and boxes of supplies of no more
than 25 pounds may be required.
• Exercise flexibility shifting from one task to another.
• Walking inside and outside building in all weather conditions.
• Working with computer and monitor at least 6 hours per day.
Benefits:
- Paid Sick (12 days annually)
- Paid Vacation (3 weeks annually)
- Holidays Off with Pay (10-11 days per year)
- 100% Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Medical Insurance for Employee and Family
- Annual Physical Out-of-Pocket Cost Reimbursement
- 6% 457 Employer Contribution
- MPERA PERS Retirement System
- Longevity Pay
- Annual Clothing Allowance
- Gym discounts and reimbursement opportunities
Applications must be submitted by 12 p.m. on September 16, 2024. They can be emailed to [email protected], hand-delivered, or mailed to 2521 South Ave West, Missoula, MT 59804.
