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City of Grand Junction

Human Resources Business Partner

City of Grand Junction, Grand Junction, Colorado, United States, 81503


Salary:

$6,470.53 - $7,281.73 Monthly

Location :

Grand Junction, CO

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Number:

202401599

Department:

Administration

Division:

Human Resources

Opening Date:

10/25/2024

Closing Date:

11/12/2024 11:59 PM Mountain

Description

HUMAN RESOURCES BUSINESS PARTNER

Hiring Range: $6,470 - $7,282 Monthly

New to the City of Grand Junction Team?

Receive 40 hours Paid Time Off starting on your hire date!

About the Position:

Become an integral part of our expanding Human Resources team dedicated to fostering an exceptional workplace environment at the City of Grand Junction! As a Human Resources Business Partner, you'll lead the entire recruitment cycle, identifying and securing top-notch talent for a diverse array of positions, you will provide guidance and support to employees and supervisors, and assist with the administration of our programs, initiatives, and benefits. We are looking for a collaborative and solution-oriented team member who possesses a talent for devising creative recruitment strategies, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to navigate through competing priorities. Join us in shaping a workplace that thrives on excellence and collaborative partnerships!

What We Offer:

We know that a healthy and happy workforce is a thriving workforce, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports quality work-life balance, including 32 days of paid annual leave to be used for holiday, personal, and/or sick days, health insurance options, employer-matched retirement, a City employee health clinic, a City employee day care center, wellness program, and an Employee Assistance Program. Of equal importance, we offer an opportunity to serve the community you love and live in. Our employees find their work rewarding and fulfilling, knowing that their day job makes a positive impact.

About the Human Resources Department:

The Human Resources Department ensures effective selection, development, and retention of the City's workforce. This includes recruitment; testing and selection; salary and fringe benefit administration; workers' compensation administration; training and development programs; and policy and procedure development. Our HR team is made up of dynamic, creative, and flexible individuals whose top priority is serving our employees and community. We offer an environment that encourages open communication and the exchange of ideas, and we strive to bring out the best in one another.

About Our Culture:At the City of Grand Junction, we lead the way with continuous improvement, collaborative partnerships, and exemplary service. Our core values are demonstrated by our willingness to challenge the status quo, ability to work together using all areas of expertise to achieve a common goal, and commitment to fulfilling the needs of our community through thoughtful interactions. We are searching for professionals who share our values to join our organization.

Duties

What You'll Do:Work closely with hiring managers to develop staffing and recruitment plans that meet the needs of their department; advertise vacancies; evaluate applicant selection; coordinate and conduct applicant testing and interviewing.Assist with the onboarding of new employees and ensure a positive experience.Advise employees and supervisors in policy interpretation; assist in employee training and development.Conduct studies, analysis, and research on a broad range of human resources assignments including job audits, classification, and compensation.Provide staff assistance in employee relations, grievances, and benefits.Research, evaluate, and implement a variety of employee programs.Analyze legislation and regulations to determine the effect on personnel programs and services.Other duties as assigned.To view the full job description, click here.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

Three (3) years of professional human resources program experience.Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources, business administration, public administration, or a related field.

Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.

Notice to Applicants:

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, we kindly request that you

do not include the dates of your education

to include years of attendance or graduation on your application, resume or attachments.

Supplemental Information

City of Grand Junction Employee Childcare Facility:

We know finding a quality childcare provider can be challenging, that's why the City of Grand Junction is proud to offer its employees affordable childcare through the City of Grand Junction Childcare Facility (GJCCF). GJCCF offers childcare for children ages 6 weeks (infants) to 6 years of age (preschool). With flexible scheduling and highly trained Early Childhood Education professionals, know that your little one will be in good hands while you support your community.

Explore the Area:

Grand Junction, Colorado is the gateway to the mountains and canyonlands of western Colorado and eastern Utah. Centrally located between Denver, CO (250 miles east) and Salt Lake City, UT (270 miles west), Grand Junction is surrounded by 1.2 million acres of public land. Residents enjoy world-class whitewater rafting on the Colorado and Green Rivers, golfing, fishing, skiing and snowboarding, and exploring mountain bike and hiking trails through the Colorado National Monument and the Grand Mesa National Forest. Grand Junction has a robust downtown and hosts multiple art, music, food, and market events annually. With a population of over 150,000 in Mesa County (65,000 within the City limits) we have many of the big town amenities without the big town stresses such as traffic and trail congestion. With an average of 245 days of sunshine, Grand Junction is the perfect place to work and play.

Learn more about on Visit Grand Junction's and !

At the City of Grand Junction, we proudly operate as an Equal Opportunity Employer, purposely building an inclusive workforce representative of various cultures, perspectives, and experiences. We believe in respect for all and do not discriminate based on hair, race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you have any questions or need assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact our Human Resources office at 970.244.1512.

Employees of the City of Grand Junction receive compensation in a number of ways for the work they do. In addition to their paychecks, these benefit programs represent a significant contribution toward their total compensation package.

Health Insurance: Employees may choose between two medical insurance plans offered through Cigna. Coverage can help pay doctor and hospital bills and can include employee, spouse, and dependent children.

Dental Insurance: Coverage is offered through Delta Dental to help with dental and orthodontic needs.

Vision Insurance: Voluntary coverage is available through VSP to help with glasses, contacts or other vision needs.

Cigna MDLIVE Virtual Care: Members can access doctors and licensed counselors and psychiatrists for minor medical and behavior/mental health virtually.

City of Grand Junction Employee Childcare Facility:We know finding a quality childcare provider can be challenging, that's why the City of Grand Junction is proud to offer its employees affordable childcare through the City of Grand Junction Childcare Facility (GJCCF). GJCCF offers childcare for children ages 6 weeks (infants) to 6 years of age (preschool). With flexible scheduling and highly trained Early Childhood Education professionals, know that your little one will be in good hands while you support your community.

Pre-Tax Premiums: This advantage allows employees to pay medical, dental and vision premiums with pre-tax dollars.

Flexible Spending Accounts: Allows employees to pay for health and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.

Health Savings Account: Employees enrolled in the High Deductible Health Plan will receive up to $1,500 per year from the City deposited in their HSA.

Life and AD&D Insurance: City-paid policies provide security for you and your family. Additional voluntary plans are available to supplement City-paid plans for employees and their spouses and dependents.

Disability Coverage: Provides short-term and long-term income replacement when you cannot work.

Retirement Programs: Mandatory pre-tax employee contributions of 6% are matched by the City to provide income during retirement years. Employees may also contribute additional money to a deferred compensation 457(b) plan. The City will match employee contributions of 2% or greater at 1%. In addition, employees may contribute additional after-tax dollar to a Roth IRA account. These additional voluntary retirement plans are available as another way to save for retirement.

Paid Time Off: Employees accrue general leave to be used for vacations, illness, and paid holidays. New employees start employment with 40 hours of PTO and there is no waiting period to use PTO. The accrual rate starts at 32 days per year and increases with every additional 5 years of service up to 20.

Paid Holidays: The following holidays are observed by the majority of City Offices:New Year's DayMartin Luther King Jr. DayPresident's DayMemorial DayJuneteenthIndependence DayLabor DayVeteran's DayThanksgiving DayDay After ThanksgivingChristmas Day

Employee Assistance Program: Confidential, short-term counseling and referral system for employees and their eligible family members. Among other topics, EAP offers legal, financial and work/life advice and counseling.

Parks & Recreation Benefits: Employees are eligible for Golf and Aquatics discounted passes. The Golf pass is $35 per year and allows employees (immediate family are not eligible) to play golf rounds at Tiara Rado and Lincoln Park for a reduced green fee. The Aquatics Pass is $25 per employee and/or immediate family members living in the same household and allow unlimited use of Lincoln- Park-Moyer Pool and Orchard Mesa Pool.

Grand Junction Federal Credit Union: Offers checking and savings accounts, loans, mortgages, etc.

Health Club: Discounted health club membership through our Active & Fit Program, for employees on our Cigna plan. In addition, Crossroads Fitness Center and Mesa Fitness offer discounted corporate club rates.

An Award-Winning Wellness Incentive Program: A program developed by the Wellness Committee to incentivize financial, physical, and mental health, an opportunity to earn savings on health insurance premiums, departmental wellness challenges and more!

Employee Health Clinic: Provides access to adult and pediatric acute, chronic, preventative and sick care, health and behavior coaching, biometric screenings and much more! The employee health center is available to all employees and dependents (aged 2+) insured on a City health plan at little or no cost.

Voluntary Benefits: Other voluntary benefits available to employees include Accident & Critical Illness Insurance, Identity Theft, Universal Life with Long Term Care, Pet Insurance, Travel Assistance, employee Discount Marketplace and more!

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