CITY OF PLANTATION

HUMAN RESOURCES COORDINATOR

 

DEFINITION      

 

This is an exempt position, which is responsible professional administrative work in directing various aspects of the City's Human Resources programs under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Director.

 

An employee in this classification is responsible for assisting the Director in the planning, organizing, developing, implementing and administering of all phases of the department's Human Resources programs. Work extends to coordinating the testing and hiring procedures for all City Departments and aides department heads and supervisors in fulfilling their personnel requirements.  The employee exercises considerable initiative and independent judgment in determining practices and procedures within the limits of departmental rules and regulations and applicable laws.  Work is performed under the general direction of the Human Resources Director.

 

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED 

    

Reviews applications for employment; checks for adherence to minimum standards for employment.

 

Prepares advertising and notices of job openings; conducts recruitment program.

 

Administers and scores examinations; prepares examination announcements; sets schedules for examinations.

 

May conduct preliminary interviews with new applicants; make reference checks; make recommendations for employment.

 

Coordinates hiring procedures including background, medical examination, sign-in and orientation of new employees.

 

Monitors applications and maintains files and records pertaining to employment activities.

 

Assists department heads and supervisors in fulfilling personnel requirements.

 

Supervises and assists in training of subordinate personnel.

 

Prepares updates of job descriptions, job vacancy postings and Compensation Plans; coordinates processing and completion of salary surveys.

 

Performs other related work as assigned and as directed.

 

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS      

 

Knowledge of techniques and objectives of public Human Resources administration.

 

 

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Good knowledge of terminology, job content and qualification requirements of a variety of public occupations.

 

Knowledge of municipal organization and municipal laws.

 

Knowledge of accepted methods and practices of recruitment, selection and testing.

 

Knowledge of proper telephone etiquette and procedures.

 

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with job applicants, other employees, public officials and general public.

 

Ability to use tact and courtesy.

 

Ability to prepare concise, orderly reports in a timely manner.

 

Ability to supervise in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

 

Ability to perform independent research as required.

 

Ability to adhere to tight schedules and still maintain work quality.

 

Ability to conduct interviews, analyze and evaluate data collected before and during the interview.

 

Ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize work assignments and to work independently.

 

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with departmental officials, other municipal employees and the general public.

 

Skill and ability to conduct effective personnel interviews.

 

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING      

 

Associate's Degree plus some experience in personnel work or equivalent combination of training and experience which provides required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

 

This is a designated “Recovery” classification in the City’s Emergency Operations Plan and will require the employee occupying this position to work for declared emergencies.  Attendance at National Incident Management System (NIMS) training at the appropriate level is mandatory.

 

REV. 10/07

 

 

 

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