Adams County, Colorado
People and Culture Deputy Director
Adams County, Colorado, Brighton, Colorado, United States, 80601
People and Culture Deputy Director
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People and Culture Deputy Director
Salary
$112,451.72 - $168,677.58 Annually
Location
Brighton, CO
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
06811
Department
People & Culture Services
Division
Culture Services
Opening Date
11/15/2024
Closing Date
12/3/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Our Mission
At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.
Cultural Competencies/EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification
Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.
Description
Benefits
Questions
What Success Looks Like In This Job
The Deputy Director of People & Culture (P&C) plays a critical role in accelerating the department’s impact across Adams County while maximizing efficiency of internal operations and championing department vision and culture. Working closely with the Director, this position focuses on advancing the P&C mission of ‘Elevating the Employee Experience’ by implementing progressive and innovative HR practices, building a thriving workplace culture, and ensuring alignment with county goals.
Timeline Summary:
Initial phone screens Dec 4-6th
First round interviews: Week of Dec 9th
Final interviews: Week of Dec 16th
**Dates are tentative and subject to change.
Examples of Duties for Success
Operational Excellence & Process Effectiveness:
Drive and coordinate process improvement efforts, using data-driven insights and metrics to optimize service delivery, streamline operations, and enhance overall departmental performance.
Oversee financial and resource management for the department, ensuring budget and purchasing decisions support strategic P&C initiatives and operational objectives.
Ensure P&C’s operational excellence by working with internal stakeholders to enhance clarity, efficiency, and customer focus of P&C processes. Lead teams in implementing process enhancements.
Serve as a performance accelerator for P&C teams by removing roadblocks, securing resources, and fostering collaboration to enhance efficiency and outcomes. Initiate support and assist in the implementation of ideas/solutions.
Strategic Leadership & Influence:
Act as a key representative for the Director when needed, stepping in to lead meetings or decision-making processes, ensuring continuity of leadership while always aligning with the P&C department’s purpose, values, overarching goals, and direction.
Identify areas where support or delegation is needed, ensuring seamless leadership continuity in Director’s absence.
Partner with county leadership and other departments to provide thought leadership on workforce trends, ensuring P&C’s approach is adaptable to future needs and aligned with the department’s strategic vision.
Culture Transformation & Employee Experience:
Partner to lead cultural transformation efforts, embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging (DEIB), and innovation into P&C and county-wide practices, while fostering a human-centered, thriving work environment.
Accelerate employee engagement initiatives by working with the team to organize and coordinate team-building events, workshops, and retreats, reinforcing positive employee relations and fostering collaboration.
Embody and champion the department values of being bold, being kind, and being better to embed human-centered practices in every aspect of P&C operations, ensuring the employee experience is at the heart of decision-making processes.
Qualifications for Success
Process Improvement & Change Management:
Analyze current processes and performance data to identify areas for improvement.
Review data and apply statistical analysis to identify trends, solve problems, and understand relationships.
Manage the transition to new behaviors and technologies required for process improvement.
Proficient in developing process maps, flowcharts, or SOPs to clearly define procedures.
Commit to ensuring that the idea or solution gets completed and that desired results are achieved.
Adaptability & Problem-Solving:
Embrace new opportunities and tough challenges with urgency, energy, and enthusiasm.
Navigate complex, high-volume information to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
Effectively adapt to evolving demands, procedures, technology, and priorities in a changing environment.
Anticipate problems or opportunities and strategically plan, setting long-term goals with achievable short-term milestones
Demonstrated Commitment to Diversity/Equity/Inclusion/Belonging:
Develop positive working relationships by interacting comfortably with others and respecting diverse perspectives, cultures, and skills.
Embrace alternative viewpoints by remaining open to different opinions and ideas to generate practical solutions.
Collaborate effectively within a team, prioritizing group success to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
Model and implement equitable practices to promote a sense of belonging in the workplace.
Technology:
Ability to optimize the use of technology to enhance processes and services.
Familiarity with HR analytics to drive insights into employee behavior, performance, and development.
Monitor and guide adoption of emerging technologies in HR automation, such as AI-driven tools, to keep processes agile, efficient, and scalable.
Leadership & Influence:
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, customer service, and performance management.
Influence, motivate, and inspire others by communicating a clear vision, building trust, and providing guidance.
Commit to customer satisfaction by treating everyone as valued stakeholders and promptly addressing their needs.
Manage and resolve conflicts and employee relations issues by identifying core issues and having courageous conversations.
Communication:
Communicate clearly and accurately to diverse audiences in a concise and organized manner.
Deliver clear, concise verbal and written communication, tailoring messages to the audience and responding to feedback and questions effectively.
Understand priorities, cultural norms, and unwritten rules of a public organization and exhibit confidence and professional diplomacy while interacting with and communicating to people at all levels internally and externally.
More Qualifications for Success
Required work Experience and Education:
At least 5 years of progressively responsible management level experience gained in an organization comparable in size and complexity to Adams County.
At least 3 years of experience working in human resources, including demonstrated expertise in employee relations and a solid understanding of HR/Employment law.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree in Human Resources, Public or Business Administration is preferred.
License or Certificate: Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is desirable.
Background Check: Must pass a criminal (CBI) background check.
Other:
Ability to work in a standard office environment.
This role may drive 15 % of the time and a valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable MVR is required.
Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. This position will require at least three days per week in the office and the ability to travel between Adams County office locations.
Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!
Benefits You Expect:
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long-Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
01
Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
Yes, I understand and agree
Yes, I understand but disagree.
02
This role requires at least 5 years of progressively responsible management level experience gained in an organization comparable in size and complexity to Adams County. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
03
This role requires at least 3 years of experience working in human resources, including demonstrated expertise in employee relations and a solid understanding of HR/Employment law. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
04
This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
05
Please provide an example of a time that you lead a major change initiative.
06
How would you create and sustain a culture that fully supports our employees and encourages belonging?
07
Describe your experience proactively leading in employee relations to support both operational and cultural goals.
08
How would you support and advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) efforts in this role?
Required Question
Agency
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/adams/jobs/newprint/4732019)
Apply
People and Culture Deputy Director
Salary
$112,451.72 - $168,677.58 Annually
Location
Brighton, CO
Job Type
Regular Full-time
Job Number
06811
Department
People & Culture Services
Division
Culture Services
Opening Date
11/15/2024
Closing Date
12/3/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
Our Mission
At Adams County, our team members engage in top-notch opportunities to grow and expand their impact. We cultivate an inclusive and innovative culture where diversity matters! Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is a core cultural competency at Adams County, and we actively seek and welcome applicants that bring diverse experiences and value inclusion.
Cultural Competencies/EEO
Adams County is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status,marital status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Position classification
Hybrid -- Job duties and expectations allow for onsite and remote work scheduled every week. Employees in this classification are regularly scheduled onsite one (1) to four (4) days per week based on the County needs and as determined by Department Director. Hybrid classified roles can be onsite more than the set minimum based on employee preference.
Description
Benefits
Questions
What Success Looks Like In This Job
The Deputy Director of People & Culture (P&C) plays a critical role in accelerating the department’s impact across Adams County while maximizing efficiency of internal operations and championing department vision and culture. Working closely with the Director, this position focuses on advancing the P&C mission of ‘Elevating the Employee Experience’ by implementing progressive and innovative HR practices, building a thriving workplace culture, and ensuring alignment with county goals.
Timeline Summary:
Initial phone screens Dec 4-6th
First round interviews: Week of Dec 9th
Final interviews: Week of Dec 16th
**Dates are tentative and subject to change.
Examples of Duties for Success
Operational Excellence & Process Effectiveness:
Drive and coordinate process improvement efforts, using data-driven insights and metrics to optimize service delivery, streamline operations, and enhance overall departmental performance.
Oversee financial and resource management for the department, ensuring budget and purchasing decisions support strategic P&C initiatives and operational objectives.
Ensure P&C’s operational excellence by working with internal stakeholders to enhance clarity, efficiency, and customer focus of P&C processes. Lead teams in implementing process enhancements.
Serve as a performance accelerator for P&C teams by removing roadblocks, securing resources, and fostering collaboration to enhance efficiency and outcomes. Initiate support and assist in the implementation of ideas/solutions.
Strategic Leadership & Influence:
Act as a key representative for the Director when needed, stepping in to lead meetings or decision-making processes, ensuring continuity of leadership while always aligning with the P&C department’s purpose, values, overarching goals, and direction.
Identify areas where support or delegation is needed, ensuring seamless leadership continuity in Director’s absence.
Partner with county leadership and other departments to provide thought leadership on workforce trends, ensuring P&C’s approach is adaptable to future needs and aligned with the department’s strategic vision.
Culture Transformation & Employee Experience:
Partner to lead cultural transformation efforts, embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging (DEIB), and innovation into P&C and county-wide practices, while fostering a human-centered, thriving work environment.
Accelerate employee engagement initiatives by working with the team to organize and coordinate team-building events, workshops, and retreats, reinforcing positive employee relations and fostering collaboration.
Embody and champion the department values of being bold, being kind, and being better to embed human-centered practices in every aspect of P&C operations, ensuring the employee experience is at the heart of decision-making processes.
Qualifications for Success
Process Improvement & Change Management:
Analyze current processes and performance data to identify areas for improvement.
Review data and apply statistical analysis to identify trends, solve problems, and understand relationships.
Manage the transition to new behaviors and technologies required for process improvement.
Proficient in developing process maps, flowcharts, or SOPs to clearly define procedures.
Commit to ensuring that the idea or solution gets completed and that desired results are achieved.
Adaptability & Problem-Solving:
Embrace new opportunities and tough challenges with urgency, energy, and enthusiasm.
Navigate complex, high-volume information to solve problems efficiently and effectively.
Effectively adapt to evolving demands, procedures, technology, and priorities in a changing environment.
Anticipate problems or opportunities and strategically plan, setting long-term goals with achievable short-term milestones
Demonstrated Commitment to Diversity/Equity/Inclusion/Belonging:
Develop positive working relationships by interacting comfortably with others and respecting diverse perspectives, cultures, and skills.
Embrace alternative viewpoints by remaining open to different opinions and ideas to generate practical solutions.
Collaborate effectively within a team, prioritizing group success to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
Model and implement equitable practices to promote a sense of belonging in the workplace.
Technology:
Ability to optimize the use of technology to enhance processes and services.
Familiarity with HR analytics to drive insights into employee behavior, performance, and development.
Monitor and guide adoption of emerging technologies in HR automation, such as AI-driven tools, to keep processes agile, efficient, and scalable.
Leadership & Influence:
Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, customer service, and performance management.
Influence, motivate, and inspire others by communicating a clear vision, building trust, and providing guidance.
Commit to customer satisfaction by treating everyone as valued stakeholders and promptly addressing their needs.
Manage and resolve conflicts and employee relations issues by identifying core issues and having courageous conversations.
Communication:
Communicate clearly and accurately to diverse audiences in a concise and organized manner.
Deliver clear, concise verbal and written communication, tailoring messages to the audience and responding to feedback and questions effectively.
Understand priorities, cultural norms, and unwritten rules of a public organization and exhibit confidence and professional diplomacy while interacting with and communicating to people at all levels internally and externally.
More Qualifications for Success
Required work Experience and Education:
At least 5 years of progressively responsible management level experience gained in an organization comparable in size and complexity to Adams County.
At least 3 years of experience working in human resources, including demonstrated expertise in employee relations and a solid understanding of HR/Employment law.
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. A Master’s degree in Human Resources, Public or Business Administration is preferred.
License or Certificate: Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is desirable.
Background Check: Must pass a criminal (CBI) background check.
Other:
Ability to work in a standard office environment.
This role may drive 15 % of the time and a valid Colorado driver’s license and acceptable MVR is required.
Our organization follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office, as needed, based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. This position will require at least three days per week in the office and the ability to travel between Adams County office locations.
Adams County complies with Colorado’s Job Application Fairness Act (“JAFA”). JAFA prohibits employers from asking individuals to disclose their age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation on an initial employment application. However, additional application materials such as certifications and transcripts containing this information may be required for certain positions; if such additional materials are requested, applicants may redact information that identifies the applicant’s age, date of birth, or dates or attendance or graduation.
Adams County provides a comprehensive benefits package to employees that goes above and beyond what is offered at most organizations.
Clickhere (https://youtu.be/ILAvllPaGb4) to watch our video about why Adams County is an Employer of Choice!
Benefits You Expect:
AFLAC Supplemental Medical Insurance
Basic Term Life & Optional Term Life Insurance
Deferred Compensation Plan
Dental/Vision/Medical Plans
Generous Vacation/Sick leave
Long-Term Disability
Retirement Plan
Short-Term Disability
Plus some you might not expect:
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Fitness Center
Employee Health Clinics
Flexible Work Schedules
Recreation Center Discounts
Training & Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Wellness programs
Lactation friendly certified workplace
01
Please be aware that your cover letter and resume will not be accessed in the initial screening process, so you must complete your application and supplemental questions with as much detail as possible. Any personally identifiable information (PII) such as name and address will be redacted from applications that meet the minimum screening requirements and are forwarded to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager selects you to advance in the hiring process, your cover letter and resume will then be accessible to the hiring team. Information provided on the application is used to determine if a candidate meets minimum qualifications. Only information provided at the time of the application being completed will be considered and additional information that is not listed on the application will not be considered when deciding if a candidate meets or does not meet the qualifications. Applicants are STRONGLY encouraged to include all information and details on their application. I understand and agree that only information provided at the time of my application will be used to determine if I meet the minimum requirements for this position.
Yes, I understand and agree
Yes, I understand but disagree.
02
This role requires at least 5 years of progressively responsible management level experience gained in an organization comparable in size and complexity to Adams County. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
03
This role requires at least 3 years of experience working in human resources, including demonstrated expertise in employee relations and a solid understanding of HR/Employment law. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
04
This role requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field. Do you meet this requirement?
Yes
No
05
Please provide an example of a time that you lead a major change initiative.
06
How would you create and sustain a culture that fully supports our employees and encourages belonging?
07
Describe your experience proactively leading in employee relations to support both operational and cultural goals.
08
How would you support and advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) efforts in this role?
Required Question
Agency
Adams County
Address
4430 S. Adams County Parkway, Suite C4000BBrighton, Colorado, 80601-8213
Website
http://www.adcogov.org/current-career-opportunities
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email