Executive Director of Human Resources, Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations

Job Description

All are invited to apply to the position of Executive Director of Human Resources. Please note, many City government positions are part of the Civil Service system, and although at this time permanency is not required for the civil service title of Health Service Manager, in 2028 a civil service exam may be scheduled. If scheduled, applicants are responsible for applying and for taking it during the official filing period. Eligibility for permanent appointment is subject to Civil Service rules and placement on an eligible list, as applicable. To find out more about the civil service exam schedule please use the following link: https://www.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/how-can-you-find-upcoming-exams.page

The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) is a world-renowned agency with a long tradition of protecting and promoting health in the nation’s most culturally and linguistically diverse city. Our 7,000-plus team members bring an extraordinary array of languages, cultures, and experiences to bear on the work of public health. The Division of Administration facilitates the work of the entire Agency. Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner, the Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations (HR/LR) is seeking an exceptional, highly motivated, and experienced professional with extensive knowledge of personnel administration to serve as Executive Director. The successful candidate should have excellent communication skills, sound judgement and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Under the guidance and direction of the Assistant Commissioner of Human Resources and Labor Relations, the selected candidate will assume responsibility for the following duties and responsibilities:

- Oversee daily operations and executive administration of the Bureau of Human Resources and Labor Relations.
- Support the Bureau's short- and long-term personnel goals by conducting research, providing analysis and recommendations, and aligning HR objectives with agency priorities.
- Develop, update, and enforce agency-wide policies, procedures, and guidelines related to personnel management. Align internal programs and HR strategies, implement best practices, and restructure HR functions as needed.
- Provide leadership and guidance to Senior Directors and HR staff, maximizing their potential through motivation, development, and career advancement opportunities.
- Advise the Assistant Commissioner of Human Resources on personnel issues, lead special projects, and resolve complex HR challenges by identifying priorities, coordinating requirements, and adjusting strategies as needed
- Advise and provide accountabilities and goals for talent acquisition, staffing, compliance, contracts, compensation, benefits, training, records management, succession planning, employee relations, EEO compliance, and labor relations.
- Collaborate with NYC oversight entities (City Administrative Services, Mayor’s Office of Labor Relations, Office of Management and Budget) and union leadership to strengthen relationships.
- Monitor HR operations by tracking trends, se ting performance metrics, and evaluating recruitment, training, and disciplinary processes to improve staff performance and productivity.
- Provide HR support to executive leadership, including Assistant Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, and the Commissioner of Health. Develop customer service strategies to foster collaboration across Agency divisions
- Oversee key functions such as Leaves and Benefits, Personnel Actions, and Hiring/Civil Service, ensuring continuity during public health emergencies and emergency activations.
- Participate in executive search committees to recruit senior leadership and implement agency-wide initiatives as directed by the Assistant Commissioner
- Demonstrated proficiency and subject matter expertise providing leadership oversight of Leaves and Benefits Administration including FMLA, ADA, health, life, disability, retirement, parental, medical, workers’ compensation, reasonable accommodations, and military leave state/local leave laws, and compliance requirements; Full-cycle leave administration, from initial request to return-to-work.

Why you should work for us:

- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o a premium-free health insurance plan that saves employees over $10K annually, per a 2024 assessment.
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the pos