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Director - (Human Resources)
Reports To: Executive Office
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Purpose: Develops, implements and maintains sound, competitive, and cost-effective employee relations, selection and placement, and compensation and benefits programs, compensation and benefits in accordance with established laws, regulations, policies and procedures. Identifies, develops, and presents management and staff training and development programs.

Job Duties:
Satisfactory job performance will be determined by successful execution of the following:
Leadership
• Develops a strategic plan for all Human Resources functions, including selection and placement, compensation and benefits, personnel records, information systems and performance development and evaluation programs, and HR policies and procedures.
• Maintains current working knowledge of trends in the human resource profession and all areas related to human resources.
• Formulates and directs the implementation of human resources policies, procedures and processes consistent with tribal, federal and state regulations in order to protect the assets of the Nation.
• Establishes and maintains a sound relations program in the following areas: employee communications, grievance resolution, and conflict resolution.
• Develops, interprets and recommends program goals and objectives, policies, procedures and appropriate course of action.
• Coordinates meetings and other departmental activities related to the Seminole Nation Personnel Board.

Fiscal Management
• Accomplishes and reports outlined goals and objectives by periodically meeting with the Executive Office, Finance and Budget Officer to review budgets.
• Develops, implements and administers a competitive and cost-effective compensation and benefit program that utilizes objective criteria to establish methods of compensation, salary ranges and rates of compensation.
• Manages department budget; coordinates financial and budget activities for maximum operational efficiency.
• Responsible for processing requisitions and other financial, travel and budget related documents for the department.

Human Resources
• Coordinates the appraisal, transfer, promotion, lay-off, recall, demotion, and termination of employees.
• Establishes, implements and administers the human resource policies and procedures of the Seminole Nation, including interpreting human resource policies and procedures for employees and management staff to ensure consistency, fairness and adherence to the goals and cultural values of the Seminole Nation.
• Ensures that the benefits program addresses the needs of employees while enabling the Seminole to remain competitive with other organizations.
• Coordinates all new employee general orientation programs, staff developmental meetings and all employee training programs.
• Evaluates a variety of data and information, prepares reports, makes presentations to Council, outside agencies, departments/entities as required.
• Oversees grievance and complaint processes and appeals; serves as internal consultant to managers/supervisors regarding performance management issues.
• Represents the department and the Seminole Nation to external agencies, consultants, and other organizations and individuals.
• Plans, directs, and monitors department productivity and quality goals.
• Creates policies and procedures for staff, to ensure consistency and adherence to department goals.
• Hosts regular staff meetings to ensure communication among staff regarding related departmental activities.
• Organizes, implements and maintains a competitive interviewing and placement program for a variety of positions within the Seminole Nation.
• Maintains appropriate documentation on incidents as required by policies and procedures.
• Prepares and presents reports on the status, activities and plans for current and future operations; keeps leadership and other departments informed of status of human resources activities by attending meetings and submitting reports.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in seminars, educational workshops, classes and conferences.
• Oversees the maintenance of all HR records including benefit enrollment billings, reconciliations, worker’s compensation, COBRA, FMLA, pension plans, as well as all HR transactions to include selection, promotion, transfer, terminations, performance reviews, etc.
• Conducts OKDHS background checks and schedules fingerprint retrieval of all SNO Head Start/Early Head Start and Child Care employees. Serves as OKDHS Qualified Entity (QE) for Seminole Nation.
• Coordinates training, orientations and continuing education of Human Resource staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Customer Service:
• Develops and maintains working relationships with all Departments.
• Encourages great customer service for all departmental employees.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire employees to achieve high performance and exceed expectations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with employees and stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on delivering efficient and effective solutions for employee issues and concerns.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations, demonstrating resilience and adaptability.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to compile reports, analyze complex data, and make recommendations.
• Ability to perform basic statistical and accounting functions.
• Ability to develop a budget.
• Ability to draft and give oral presentations.
• Ability to assign tasks and monitor performance.
• Knowledge of traditional forms of government and Seminole customs and traditions.
• Knowledge of the functions and structure of the Seminole Nation.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, and requirements.
• Knowledge of principles, practices and trends in recruitment and employment; compensation and benefits; record-keeping systems; and performance development and evaluation systems.
• Knowledge of effective principles and practices of education and development.
• Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment.
• Skill in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing operational and financial reports.
• Skill in supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.
• Skill in making effective decisions in emergency situations.
• Skill in coaching and consulting management and executive level employees.
• Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.
• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.
• Ability to be persuasive and tactful in controversial situations.
• Ability to plan, develop, and implement various programs.
• Ability to identify problems and recommend solutions.
• Ability to effectively manage decision-making and utilize interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively with managers, staff members, tribal officials, clients, parents and the public, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information as related to matters/material of sensitivity.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and organize work plans and priorities to assure timely submission of completed work.
• Ability to intuitively examine issues and independently pursue background and/or additional information and resolve these issues in a professional manner.

Supervision Responsibilities
 Manages HR support staff; provides coaching, counseling, training and feedback to employees; assigns, reviews, and delegates work and job responsibilities to designated staff.
 Hires, evaluates, disciplines and develops professional and support staff.

Work Environment
• Work is performed in a typical interior/office environment.
• Noise level is usually minimal.
• Duties of the position will require some travel.
• Evening, weekend, and/or holiday work may be required.

Physical Demands
Talk, hear sit, stand; use hands to handle objects, equipment, controls and reach with arms and hands.
Position requires frequent lifting of up to 25 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
 Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field preferred.
• An equivalent combination of at least seven (7) years of relevant education and/or
progressive work experience may be substituted. Tribal Government experience preferred.
 Tribal Human Resources Professional (THRP) certification preferred.
▪ Valid Oklahoma driver’s license with ability to meet Seminole Nation liability insurance requirements and maintain eligibility for insurance.
▪ Must be able to pass background check, with no prior convictions and/or felonies.
▪ Must be able to comply with the Seminole Nation Drug Free Workplace policies.

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day

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