HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR $143,777 – $184,034 ANNUALLY $11,981 - $15,336 MONTHLY First review of applications February 23, 2018 (Open until filled)
The Community
The City
Marysville is a rapidly growing, prosperous and diversified community located along the Interstate 5 corridor in Snohomish County, just 45 minutes north of Seattle. From its quaint old downtown neighborhoods to eastside homes with panoramic views of Puget Sound, a wide variety of shops, school, pristine parks, and community services and inherent volunteerism, Marysville has something for everyone to discover and enjoy. Marysville is a wonderful place to visit, play or work. It is Snohomish County’s second-largest city with a population of more than 67,000, and was the fastest growing city in the State of Washington in 2015. Marysville’s vibrant charm is exceeded only by the remarkable people who call it home. While times have changed, the friendliness and hospitality that recall a simpler time remain the heart of the community.
Led by a government that continues to demonstrate its commitment to customer service and to building a healthy infrastructure through major public improvements, Marysville is poised for a strong and sound future. Marysville is a code city organized under the Mayor/Council form of government, and is a fullservice city with 280 FTEs. Marysville has a long and successful history of using a city administrator to manage the day-to-day operations of the City. The working relationship between the Mayor, City Council, and the City’s management team is excellent.
For more information about the City of Marysville please visit: http://marysvillewa.gov
City of Marysville, Human Resources Director
The Position This position is responsible for planning, managing, and overseeing the human resources function for the City. Responsibilities include providing highly responsible and technically complex assistance to the department directors and Chief Administrative Officer. Individuals are expected to apply knowledge of currently accepted human resources policies and procedures and relevant employment laws and regulations. The incumbent is a member of the City’s executive management team which provides input on policy development and short and long-range strategic plans. Job Requirements: A combination of the experience, education, and training listed below which provides an equivalent background to perform the work of this position. Five years of progressively responsible experience in management is required. Two years of supervisory experience is required. Experience managing or working with multiple workgroups and organization with 200+ employees is desirable. Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, public administration, business administration, or a related field. Certification as a Professional in Human Resources is desired. Prior experience in labor relations, public sector desirable, including union-management contract negotiations, grievances and arbitration as well as interpreting contract provisions and advising management. Ability to establish and maintain effective communications and working relationships with department directors and the City’s executive management team as well as facilitate understanding and decision-making. In order to be considered for this position, candidates must submit an online application, cover letter and resume by following the Job Opportunities Link on the City’s home page at https://marysvillewa.gov.
Mission Statement The City of Marysville partners with the community to provide quality, innovative and efficient municipal services which promote economic growth, thriving neighborhoods, healthful living, and financial sustainability for our residents and businesses.
The Ideal Candidate The City is looking for a candidate who has demonstrated a comprehensive understanding of the human resources function in the public sector as well as the skills and abilities to contribute to the City’s overall plans and strategies. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. The candidate will be committed to the City’s goal of attracting and retaining a talented, innovative and productive workforce. We are looking for an individual who demonstrates positive and proactive problem solving, and who can be both compassionate and firm while working through difficult personnel issues. The City wants a Director who will bring energy, new ideas and enthusiasm to the workplace. The desired candidate will have a management background and set direction for the department. It is very important that this individual stay current with ever changing employment laws and regulations. The City of Marysville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or the presence of a non j ob-related medical condition or disability.
City of Marysville, Human Resources Director
