Human Resources Manager

About This Role

Serve as the Human Resources Manager for the City of Philadelphia's Department of Commerce, providing HR leadership and support, developing people strategies, and managing day-to-day HR operations to promote employee growth and department success.

Responsibilities

• Act as the strategic and functional liaison between the Office of Human Resources and Commerce
• Provide HR leadership support and counsel to the Commerce Department in workforce planning, recruiting, training, career development, organization design, performance management, compensation, recognition, and change management
• Work with Chief of Staff and Commerce leadership team to develop a people strategy that supports organizational goals
• Develop action plans and strategies to address Commerce workforce needs
• Manage and support the on-going professional development of staff to promote continuous learning and promotions
• Promote innovation and continuous improvement in the department related to people and efficient operations
• Drive broad cultural change and position the organization for long-term success by building a high-performing workforce
• Analyze and present information to the Executive Leadership team for decision-making on key people's issues
• Ensure human capital management practices and programs align with HR policies and standards
• Supervise support staff and provide direction on policy and problems involved in payroll administration
• Prepare department hearing cases, attend and testify at representatives
• Conduct training programs in areas like department operations, personnel policies, and City laws

Requirements

• Broad knowledge of Commerce and traditional or small business economic development functions
• In-depth knowledge of all HR functions
• 2-4 years of professional Human Resources experience
• Experience managing teams and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or other related field or equivalent work experience
• 2-4 years of professional Human Resources experience, including managing teams and influencing senior level management and key stakeholders

Nice to Have

• Experience working in a large Government environment

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits