Human Resources Manager: Prison

Starting Compensation:

$57,382.65/Annually

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Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY

• Under the supervision of the Office of Human Resources, the Human Resources Manager – Prison, guides and manages the overall provisions of Human Resources services, policies, and programs for the Prison.

• This position ensures that Human Resources programs support the short-term and long-term goals of the Board of Commissioners and the Prison Board.

• This is a professional position with work of considerable difficulty overseeing and managing all Human Resources related functions for 250 – 290 employees.

• This position also trains employees (Correctional Officers, Exempt and Non-Exempt employees) in Human Resources-related subject matters.

• The prison is a 24 hour/7 day per week operation and this position must, on occasion, work hours and/or days other than those noted in the typical work schedule.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

• This position reports directly to the Field Human Resources Manager.

• This position serves as a coach and mentor for supervisory and other staff positions at the prison.

• They supervise one Office Support III position.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Partner with the prison leadership team to understand and execute the organization’s Human Resources and talent strategy, particularly as it relates to current and future needs.

• Provide support and guidance to management and other staff when complex, specialized, and sensitive questions and issues arise; may be required to administer and execute routine tasks in delicate circumstances such as providing reasonable accommodation, investigating allegations of wrongdoing, and suspensions and terminations.

• Plan, direct, administer, and oversee Human Resources functions at Lancaster County Prison to include, but not limited to resource management, onboarding, organizational management, performance evaluations, employee relations, labor relations, employee development and policy/procedure administration.

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and county policy.

• Manage recruiting, interviewing, and hiring processes to ensure compliance with applicable policies.

• Investigate employee issues and conflicts, document and provide recommendations for appropriate action.

• Develop training programs/plans and deliver training on Human Resources subject matters.

• Conduct research, analyze, and compile statistical data related to prison staffing.

• Develop, review, and revise Human Resources internal policies as related to Title 37.

• Provide advice and counsel to prison leadership, staff, and the bargaining unit.

• Oversee the Prison Leave management program, specifically focused on FMLA management.

• Administer all Leaves of Absences including FMLA, Short Term Disability and Worker's Compensation.

• Act as a liaison and resource for employee benefits in coordination with the County’s Benefit Manager.

OTHER SPECIFIC TASKS OR DUTIES

• Conduct onboarding and exit interviews.

• Coordinate and attend job fairs.

• Travel as necessary to other County offices and seminars.

• Work directly with all levels of management, internal and external.

• Activities are performed in a professional secure prison environment.

• Ensure compliance with County, State and Federal employment laws to include Title 37, PA Code, Chapter 95.

• Attend seminars, conferences etc., as directed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field and two years of relevant experience.

• Labor relations and grievance management experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Human Resources management as a Human Resources Generalist

• Knowledge of Labor Relations and grievance management preferred

• Ability to maintain department/employee/prison confidentiality.

• Working knowledge of Federal, State, and local employment, Labor and leave laws.

• Ability to make sound judgements based on facts and data.

• Excellent verbal and written communication sk