Bella Vista is located in the NW corner of the state of Arkansas. Our city boasts nearly 100 miles of bicycle/walking trails that wind through beautiful hills and trees and around seven (7) lakes within the city limits. Bella Vista is a wonderful place to live and work, particularly if you are an outdoor enthusiast. 

Bella Vista is seeking to fill the position of Human Resources Director.  Reporting to the Mayor, the HR Director provides leadership, management, and supervision for the overall operations of the Human Resources department. Responsibilities include the administration, coordination and evaluation of areas such as payroll, benefits, recruiting, policies, employee relations, worker's compensation, unemployment, and budget preparation.  

All applicants must submit a cover letter with their application.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Responsible for the development and interpretation of the City’s HR policies.
• Administers employee leave programs. 
• Supervises bi-weekly payroll ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Oversees administration of the City’s benefit offerings including annual open enrollment.  
• Oversees maintenance of confidential employee records. 
• Responds to Freedom of Information Act requests relevant to Human Resources.
• Salary administration. 
• Oversees Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, unemployment, etc. 
• Administers the City’s recruiting efforts and makes all written job offers. 
• Develops and maintains compliant job descriptions in partnership with department directors.
• Manages annual performance review process.
• In coordination with Department Directors, Department Chiefs, the Mayor, and Finance Director, prepares annual payroll and benefits budgets. 
• Guides Directors and Managers in variety of areas.    
• Directly manages small staff.
• Oversees a variety of internal city projects not assigned to other departments.  

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

•  Ability to think strategically.
• Ability to manage multiple projects & thrive in an environment with constantly shifting priorities. 
• Ability to formulate plans and execute the same. 
• Ability to manage others and give appropriate guidance to leaders at all levels.
• Ability to maintain calm demeanor through difficult situations.
• Ability to handle scrutiny of the public. 
• Ability to use and understand payroll, HRIS/HCM systems.  
• Ability to understand and make recommendations related to employee benefits.
• Knowledge of labor laws, benefits laws, and payroll tax laws. 
• Knowledge of worker’s compensation and unemployment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read and understand legal requirements and relay information to others. 
• Ability to assess critical situations in context of applicable laws.
• High level of integrity, ethics, and confidentiality.
• High degree of organizational skills.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree and ten or more years of related experience and training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Seven or more years of direct, hands-on HR, Benefits, and Payroll management experience. 
• Five or more years of direct recruiting experience.
• Three or more years of Director level management experience.
• Prior experience overseeing department budget.
• Prior experience working with self-insured medical plans.
• Experience working closely with Finance and Accounting professionals. 
• Prior experience working with and guiding other Managers. 
• Prior experience with HRIS/HCM systems in the processing of HR, Recruiting, Payroll, and Benefits. 
• Proficient to advanced experience using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Professional in Human Resources certification (PHR) and/or Professional in Human Resources SHRM-CP.
• Prior experience working for municipality or other government entity is preferred but not required. 
• Ability to pass drug screen and background check.