Alachua County Board of County Commissioners
Gainesville, FL
Minimum Qualifications Beginning salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; hiring range between $44,750.16 - $60,840.00 Annually. Graduation from high school or equivalent. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided: Firesafety Inspector I by the State of Florida (Levels 1, 2, and 3) and Firesafety Inspector II by the State of Florida (Level 3). Level 1 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I* Level 2 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I* Three years of fire suppression/prevention, fire inspection, fire codes enforcement, or building plans review for fire codes compliance experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Preference given for Firesafety Inspector II* Level 3 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I*, Firesafety Inspector II*, completion of a two-year college level program in Fire Sciences or related field. Six years of fire suppression/prevention, fire inspection, fire codes enforcement, or building plans review for fire codes compliance experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Preference given for any of the following: Fire Code Administrator*, NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist. *Indicates State of Florida Certification Fire Prevention Officer II A sworn affidavit attesting to the non-use of tobacco products. Click this link to retrieve tobacco affidavit. is required. Level 1 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I* Preference given for Firefighter II* Level 2 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I* Three years of fire suppression/prevention, fire inspection, fire codes enforcement, or building plans review for fire codes compliance experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Preference given for Firefighter II*, Firesafety Inspector II* Level 3 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I*, Firesafety Inspector II*, Firefighter II* Six years of fire suppression/prevention, fire inspection, fire codes enforcement, or building plans review for fire codes compliance experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Preference given for any of the following: Fire Officer I*, Fire Officer II*, Fire Code Administrator*, NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist, completion of a two-year college level program in Fire Sciences or related field. *Indicates State of Florida Certification Position Summary This is responsible technical work reviewing plans and inspecting structures for adherence to County fire codes. An employee in this classification is responsible for reviewing construction plans for compliance to fire codes; inspecting buildings and premises for fire hazards and conducting fire prevention programs. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. This position reports directly to the Division Chief/Fire Marshal. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Level 1 Performs fire inspections to ensure compliance with National Standards, Florida Laws, and County Ordinances. Performs research and conducts surveys for various reports. Assists with public education efforts; answers complaints and assists the general public. Maintains open communication with superiors, School Board, and the general public for dissemination of information and the enforcement of all local, State, and National fire codes and regulations. Maintains records on buildings reflecting dates of inspections, fire extinguishing systems, hazardous or combustible materials contained within and emergency data on owners and occupants. Responds to complaints of fire hazards; attempts to resolve by corresponding and meeting with the affected parties. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform duties as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. Level 2 ($23.4251 Hourly; $48,724.21 Annually) Includes level 1 duties as shown above & level 2 duties shown below. Assists the Fire Marshal in the review of new construction and remodeling plans; submits written recommendations for compliance. Assists with inspections of new construction to ensure compliance with fire codes and that recommended changes have been made. Maintains records on buildings reflecting dates of inspections, fire extinguishing systems, hazardous or combustible materials contained within and emergency data on owners and occupants. Approves permits issued in compliance with fire prevention codes. Conducts fire prevention programs for schools and civic organizations, and makes presentations to schools, civic organizations, and other public arenas. Assists the Fire Marshal in providing responses to requests and questions from citizens. Responds to complaints of fire hazards; attempts to resolve by corresponding and meeting with the affected parties. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform duties as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. Level 3 ($29.2500 Hourly; $60,840.00 Annually) Includes level 1 and level 2 duties as shown above & level 3 duties shown below . Conducts building plans review, examination, and approval for life safety, building codes, fire codes and Uniform Fire Codes of the State Fire Marshal. Reviews site development plans for access, water utilities and firefighting capability . Reviews current trends and developments in the field of construction . Examines building proposals of all types to determine compliance with code requirements and related regulations . Records and documents all plans reviews . Inspects all phases of building construction, repairs, additions, and alterations during progress and after completion for conformity with building codes and fire codes, approved plans and specifications . On-site inspections require checking zoning setbacks, compliance with land development codes and all phases of construction during progress from beginning to completion . Explains, interprets, provides guidance, and confers with planners, developers, contractors, building/facility managers, architects, engineers, and related professional organizations, as necessary, to promote an understanding of local and state life safety and fire codes. Coordinates activities with the Fire Marshal (Division Chief, Fire Prevention), building inspectors, planners, engineers, and other agency staff . Conducts inspections of places of public assembly such as: auditoriums, theaters, halls, businesses, industrial, temporary structures or tents, and institutional occupancies, for existing or potential fire and life safety hazards and compliance with municipal fire prevention regulations . Conducts inspections of fire protection systems and devices in buildings and structures within the county such as: fire sprinklers, heat and smoke detectors and other private fire protection devices . Investigates and reports on complaints received from any concerned person, group or agency on matters concerning hazardous conditions or practices . Resolves these complex and sensitive service issues either personally, electronically, by telephone, or in writing. Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions . Performs research on codes and ordinances as assigned to evaluate and recommend improvements to codes and ordinances . Research problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, building construction and code compliance . Responds to complex and sensitive building issues . Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform duties as required . Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned , with professionalism and a sense of urgency . NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of standard building and fire safety codes. Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of firefighting and fire prevention. Knowledge of County geography; knowledge of potential fire hazards in the County. Knowledge of building, electrical and fire safety codes and ordinances. Knowledge of building materials and methods. Knowledge of recent fire prevention developments and practices. Skill in the operation of the following equipment: personal computer, to include associated software, calculator, fax machine, copying machine, and telephone. Ability to prepare and submit narrative and statistical reports. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing. Ability to read, review and understand complicated building plans and blueprints. Ability to apply codes and ordinances to plans. Ability to impartially and consistently enforce fire regulations and safety codes. Ability to plan and present speeches and demonstrations on fire prevention. Ability to keep records and prepare reports. Ability to become certified as a Fire Inspector under State requirements. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, County employees, citizens, outside agencies, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, owners, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions (non- weather); fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold and heat (non-weather); risk of electrical shock; radiation, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Supplemental Information Bargaining Unit: Fire Operations - IAFF Local 3852 FLSA: Non-Exempt Confidential Position: Certain personal information for employees (and specific family members) in this job position is exempt from public records pursuant to Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
Full-time
Minimum Qualifications Beginning salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; hiring range between $44,750.16 - $60,840.00 Annually. Graduation from high school or equivalent. A Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7; Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment. If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical examination and successful completion of all applicable background checks pre-hire and ongoing are required. Upon submission of application, proof of the following must be provided: Firesafety Inspector I by the State of Florida (Levels 1, 2, and 3) and Firesafety Inspector II by the State of Florida (Level 3). Level 1 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I* Level 2 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I* Three years of fire suppression/prevention, fire inspection, fire codes enforcement, or building plans review for fire codes compliance experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Preference given for Firesafety Inspector II* Level 3 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I*, Firesafety Inspector II*, completion of a two-year college level program in Fire Sciences or related field. Six years of fire suppression/prevention, fire inspection, fire codes enforcement, or building plans review for fire codes compliance experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Preference given for any of the following: Fire Code Administrator*, NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist. *Indicates State of Florida Certification Fire Prevention Officer II A sworn affidavit attesting to the non-use of tobacco products. Click this link to retrieve tobacco affidavit. is required. Level 1 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I* Preference given for Firefighter II* Level 2 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I* Three years of fire suppression/prevention, fire inspection, fire codes enforcement, or building plans review for fire codes compliance experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Preference given for Firefighter II*, Firesafety Inspector II* Level 3 Required Certifications: Firesafety Inspector I*, Firesafety Inspector II*, Firefighter II* Six years of fire suppression/prevention, fire inspection, fire codes enforcement, or building plans review for fire codes compliance experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. Preference given for any of the following: Fire Officer I*, Fire Officer II*, Fire Code Administrator*, NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist, completion of a two-year college level program in Fire Sciences or related field. *Indicates State of Florida Certification Position Summary This is responsible technical work reviewing plans and inspecting structures for adherence to County fire codes. An employee in this classification is responsible for reviewing construction plans for compliance to fire codes; inspecting buildings and premises for fire hazards and conducting fire prevention programs. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of results obtained. This position reports directly to the Division Chief/Fire Marshal. Examples of Duties This is an emergency essential classification. Upon declaration of a disaster and/or emergency, all employees in this classification are required to work. Exudes a positive customer service focus. Advocates building organizational culture through aligning decisions with core values including: integrity, honesty, respect, diversity, innovation, accountability and communication. Level 1 Performs fire inspections to ensure compliance with National Standards, Florida Laws, and County Ordinances. Performs research and conducts surveys for various reports. Assists with public education efforts; answers complaints and assists the general public. Maintains open communication with superiors, School Board, and the general public for dissemination of information and the enforcement of all local, State, and National fire codes and regulations. Maintains records on buildings reflecting dates of inspections, fire extinguishing systems, hazardous or combustible materials contained within and emergency data on owners and occupants. Responds to complaints of fire hazards; attempts to resolve by corresponding and meeting with the affected parties. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform duties as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. Level 2 ($23.4251 Hourly; $48,724.21 Annually) Includes level 1 duties as shown above & level 2 duties shown below. Assists the Fire Marshal in the review of new construction and remodeling plans; submits written recommendations for compliance. Assists with inspections of new construction to ensure compliance with fire codes and that recommended changes have been made. Maintains records on buildings reflecting dates of inspections, fire extinguishing systems, hazardous or combustible materials contained within and emergency data on owners and occupants. Approves permits issued in compliance with fire prevention codes. Conducts fire prevention programs for schools and civic organizations, and makes presentations to schools, civic organizations, and other public arenas. Assists the Fire Marshal in providing responses to requests and questions from citizens. Responds to complaints of fire hazards; attempts to resolve by corresponding and meeting with the affected parties. Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform duties as required. Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned, with professionalism and a sense of urgency. Level 3 ($29.2500 Hourly; $60,840.00 Annually) Includes level 1 and level 2 duties as shown above & level 3 duties shown below . Conducts building plans review, examination, and approval for life safety, building codes, fire codes and Uniform Fire Codes of the State Fire Marshal. Reviews site development plans for access, water utilities and firefighting capability . Reviews current trends and developments in the field of construction . Examines building proposals of all types to determine compliance with code requirements and related regulations . Records and documents all plans reviews . Inspects all phases of building construction, repairs, additions, and alterations during progress and after completion for conformity with building codes and fire codes, approved plans and specifications . On-site inspections require checking zoning setbacks, compliance with land development codes and all phases of construction during progress from beginning to completion . Explains, interprets, provides guidance, and confers with planners, developers, contractors, building/facility managers, architects, engineers, and related professional organizations, as necessary, to promote an understanding of local and state life safety and fire codes. Coordinates activities with the Fire Marshal (Division Chief, Fire Prevention), building inspectors, planners, engineers, and other agency staff . Conducts inspections of places of public assembly such as: auditoriums, theaters, halls, businesses, industrial, temporary structures or tents, and institutional occupancies, for existing or potential fire and life safety hazards and compliance with municipal fire prevention regulations . Conducts inspections of fire protection systems and devices in buildings and structures within the county such as: fire sprinklers, heat and smoke detectors and other private fire protection devices . Investigates and reports on complaints received from any concerned person, group or agency on matters concerning hazardous conditions or practices . Resolves these complex and sensitive service issues either personally, electronically, by telephone, or in writing. Maintains records and documents of customer service issues and resolutions . Performs research on codes and ordinances as assigned to evaluate and recommend improvements to codes and ordinances . Research problems and complaints regarding commercial and residential buildings, building construction and code compliance . Responds to complex and sensitive building issues . Drives a County and/or personal vehicle to perform duties as required . Performs the duties listed, as well as those assigned , with professionalism and a sense of urgency . NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Thorough knowledge of standard building and fire safety codes. Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures of firefighting and fire prevention. Knowledge of County geography; knowledge of potential fire hazards in the County. Knowledge of building, electrical and fire safety codes and ordinances. Knowledge of building materials and methods. Knowledge of recent fire prevention developments and practices. Skill in the operation of the following equipment: personal computer, to include associated software, calculator, fax machine, copying machine, and telephone. Ability to prepare and submit narrative and statistical reports. Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing. Ability to read, review and understand complicated building plans and blueprints. Ability to apply codes and ordinances to plans. Ability to impartially and consistently enforce fire regulations and safety codes. Ability to plan and present speeches and demonstrations on fire prevention. Ability to keep records and prepare reports. Ability to become certified as a Fire Inspector under State requirements. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, County employees, citizens, outside agencies, contractors, developers, architects, engineers, owners, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move in excess of 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include color vision. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to wet, humid conditions (non- weather); fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; extreme cold and heat (non-weather); risk of electrical shock; radiation, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Supplemental Information Bargaining Unit: Fire Operations - IAFF Local 3852 FLSA: Non-Exempt Confidential Position: Certain personal information for employees (and specific family members) in this job position is exempt from public records pursuant to Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes. An organization is only as good as the people it employs. To attract and retain the best team possible, the Alachua County Board of County Commissioners offers a competitive benefit program. We believe that if we expect our employees to support the County, we must first support the health and financial well-being of our employees and their families, now and as they plan for their future.BoCC-Contributed Benefits Medical/Health Insurance Employee Life Insurance Florida Retirement System Employee Assistance Program Optional Benefits Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Supplemental & Dependent Life Insurance Deferred Retirement Program Flexible Spending Accounts Roth IRA Tuition Assistance Program Computer Purchase Program NOTE: For detailed information regarding available benefits click here. You may also view Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) regarding benefits. FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS) The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee. TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Permanent, full-time employees are eligible for educational assistance funds. Contact the Human Resources Office for program details. HOLIDAYS Holidays are as follows: New Years Day Martin Luther King Day Memorial Day Juneteenth Independence Day Labor Day Veterans' Day Thanksgiving Day Friday following Thanksgiving Christmas Eve (IAFF*) Christmas Day Additional Christmas Holiday (All non-IAFF employees) 2 Floating Holidays (All non- IAFF employees) *IAFF – International Association of FirefightersPay periods are every two weeks, Monday through Sunday. Payday is Friday. International Association of Firefighters follow the General Contract 7k regarding holidays. Vacation Leave – Generous vacation accrual rates with payout of unused accrued leave, with some restrictions. For more detailed information regarding vacation leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-2 . Sick leave is earned at a rate of 4 hours per pay period by all permanent, full-time employees*. At the end of each fiscal year, eligible employees can convert up to 10 days of accrued sick leave to vacation leave on a 2:1 basis. For more detailed information regarding sick leave refer to Employee Policy Manual, Section 7-3 *Accruals slightly different for IAFF employee.
University of Oregon
Eugene, OR, USA
Human Resources Manager
Job no: 533761
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Administrative/Office Support, Human Resources
Department: PAST Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year 2023-2024 FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
May 21, 2024; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete an online application and upload a current resume that clearly demonstrates how you meet the listed qualifications. You will also be asked to provide names and contact information for 3 professional references; you will be notified before references are contacted.
Department Summary
Administrative Services oversees multiple business hubs and shared service organizations throughout the University. Located within the Finance and Administration portfolio, the objective of the division is to provide efficient, strategic and specialized administrative services to support the missions of various departments, schools and colleges at the University of Oregon. Administrative Services focuses on department-specific budget, finance, payroll, human resources, and procure-to-pay functions as well as specialized physical security and utility technologies. Administrative Services is a metric-driven, people-first administrative team that strives to create efficient, effective and sustainable administrative support structures across campus.
As one of the shared services hubs in Administrative Services, the Provost's Administrative Services Team (PAST) provides business and administrative services for Partner Units in the Office of the Provost (OtP) portfolio. PAST partner units include the Division of Global Engagement; Division of Graduate Studies; Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art; Museum of Natural and Cultural History; Undergraduate Education and Student Success; and University Libraries. The units supported by PAST constitute a large business enterprise consisting of more than 1,500 employees and total operating expenditures of more than $73.5 million, all funds. PAST works with multiple employee category types including three different unions, student employees, and officers of administration.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Manager will provide essential human resources management within the PAST shared services team and PAST partner units. This position will support and facilitate effective communication, excellent standards of workplace conduct, and interpersonal problem-solving with high levels of confidentiality, sensitivity, and cultural awareness for approximately 1500 employees. This position is expected to use diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility frameworks in every part of their responsibilities.
Within the PAST portfolio, the HR Manager's responsibilities will include overseeing and managing onboarding and offboarding activities, coordinating the performance evaluation process, as well as maintaining and tracking the student hire process. They will manage projects for PAST HR strategic initiatives and responsibilities, plan and execute administrative processes, and recommend and implement process improvements. This position will support recruitment and the hiring process, helping to ensure diverse and robust candidate pools.
This position regularly exercises independent judgment and develops unit procedures involving personnel and office staffing resources. In addition, they interpret and apply the appropriate policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance with all applicable entities.
The HR Manager reports to the Associate Director of PAST HR, and will be a key support to the Associate Director in process management, performance evaluations, promotions, student hires, and recruitment. The HR Manager will supervise a team of 2-3 HR Coordinators who support HR processes across the PAST portfolio.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and skills.
• Three years experience as a human resources professional in a large, complex organization including any of the following: personnel and pay actions, HRIS data management, recruiting, job analysis, job description development and/or classification and compensation.
• One year of supervisory or lead work experience.
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and provide proactive, effective change leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and to make decisions prudently.
• Superior communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials and issues with care and tact.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and meet multiple overlapping, cascading deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.
• Understanding of and ability to implement recruitment strategies that promote a diverse workforce.
• Demonstrated ability to advance diversity and inclusion efforts through their actions and influencing the actions of others.
Preferred Qualifications
• Human resources experience in a higher education setting or similarly complex multi-unit organization.
• Experience understanding and applying provisions of collective bargaining agreements to personnel situations, and working with a variety of employee groups including: administrative, faculty, and student employees.
• Experience with developing and implementing processes and procedures.
• Experience managing and tracking details for complex data sets.
• Experience with project management principles and implementing projects.
• Human Resources credential (for example, SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR, etc.).
FLSA Exempt: Yes
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.
The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.
The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at mailto:uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.
UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/nondiscrimination.
In compliance with federal law, the University of Oregon prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/5226864
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Full Time
Human Resources Manager
Job no: 533761
Work type: Officer of Administration
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Administrative/Professional, Administrative/Office Support, Human Resources
Department: PAST Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing Salary: $60,000 - $70,000 per year Compensation Band: OS-OA06-Fiscal Year 2023-2024 FTE: 1.0
Application Review Begins
May 21, 2024; position open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete an online application and upload a current resume that clearly demonstrates how you meet the listed qualifications. You will also be asked to provide names and contact information for 3 professional references; you will be notified before references are contacted.
Department Summary
Administrative Services oversees multiple business hubs and shared service organizations throughout the University. Located within the Finance and Administration portfolio, the objective of the division is to provide efficient, strategic and specialized administrative services to support the missions of various departments, schools and colleges at the University of Oregon. Administrative Services focuses on department-specific budget, finance, payroll, human resources, and procure-to-pay functions as well as specialized physical security and utility technologies. Administrative Services is a metric-driven, people-first administrative team that strives to create efficient, effective and sustainable administrative support structures across campus.
As one of the shared services hubs in Administrative Services, the Provost's Administrative Services Team (PAST) provides business and administrative services for Partner Units in the Office of the Provost (OtP) portfolio. PAST partner units include the Division of Global Engagement; Division of Graduate Studies; Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art; Museum of Natural and Cultural History; Undergraduate Education and Student Success; and University Libraries. The units supported by PAST constitute a large business enterprise consisting of more than 1,500 employees and total operating expenditures of more than $73.5 million, all funds. PAST works with multiple employee category types including three different unions, student employees, and officers of administration.
Position Summary
The Human Resources Manager will provide essential human resources management within the PAST shared services team and PAST partner units. This position will support and facilitate effective communication, excellent standards of workplace conduct, and interpersonal problem-solving with high levels of confidentiality, sensitivity, and cultural awareness for approximately 1500 employees. This position is expected to use diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility frameworks in every part of their responsibilities.
Within the PAST portfolio, the HR Manager's responsibilities will include overseeing and managing onboarding and offboarding activities, coordinating the performance evaluation process, as well as maintaining and tracking the student hire process. They will manage projects for PAST HR strategic initiatives and responsibilities, plan and execute administrative processes, and recommend and implement process improvements. This position will support recruitment and the hiring process, helping to ensure diverse and robust candidate pools.
This position regularly exercises independent judgment and develops unit procedures involving personnel and office staffing resources. In addition, they interpret and apply the appropriate policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance with all applicable entities.
The HR Manager reports to the Associate Director of PAST HR, and will be a key support to the Associate Director in process management, performance evaluations, promotions, student hires, and recruitment. The HR Manager will supervise a team of 2-3 HR Coordinators who support HR processes across the PAST portfolio.
Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and skills.
• Three years experience as a human resources professional in a large, complex organization including any of the following: personnel and pay actions, HRIS data management, recruiting, job analysis, job description development and/or classification and compensation.
• One year of supervisory or lead work experience.
Professional Competencies
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and provide proactive, effective change leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to build productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and to make decisions prudently.
• Superior communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials and issues with care and tact.
• Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously and meet multiple overlapping, cascading deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and consistent follow-through.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude.
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The Hunger Project
New York, NY, USA
Grants Officer
The Hunger Project (THP) is a global non-profit organization whose mission is to end hunger and poverty by pioneering sustainable, grassroots, women-centered strategies and advocating for their widespread adoption in countries throughout the world. We operate in 22 countries with 330 staff and have mobilized hundreds of thousands of volunteer leaders worldwide. Our programs throughout Africa, South Asia and Latin America are based on an innovative, holistic approach, which empowers women and men living in rural villages to become the agents of their own development and make sustainable progress in overcoming hunger and poverty.
Current Hunger Project office locations include: USA: Global functions and US Fundraising functions are primarily located in New York City and Washington DC, as well as in multiple home offices.
13 Program Countries : Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Malawi, Mexico, Mozambique, Peru, Senegal, Uganda, Zambia.
9 Partner Countries: Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Position Summary
This role is responsible for coordinating processes around the life cycle of grants, from the proposal phase to the close-out phase. As a core member of the Program Partnership Development team within the US office, the Grant Officer works closely with colleagues in the Global Grants and Compliance function and Global Finance team.
The Grants Officer ensures proposal processes follow all internal procedures, coordinate budget and contract reviews, facilitate launch and project calls, track project finances, manage reporting, and ensure accurate information is available for stakeholders throughout the system.
This full-time position is based out of THP’s Office in New York City, and remote candidates are welcome to apply, with a strong preference for candidates based in the NYC or DC areas. The position reports to the Senior Manager, Grants and Contracts, and works closely with Senior Director of New Business Development and is exempt from overtime.
The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 USD , not including an annualized cafeteria plan allowance currently fixed at $18,000. The candidate must have eligibility to work in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship in the future.
Essential Functions
Managing the administration of the grant cycle (55%)
● Coordinate the administration of the grant cycle from application to closing, facilitating efforts across teams to ensure that grant requirements are met.
● Utilize established processes, templates, and tools to follow internal processes for grants management and sub-award management; and propose and implement the development of new tools and procedures, as needed.
● In close partnership with the Senior Manager, International Grants and Contracts, monitor project workplans to ensure grants or contracts to support on-track, on-time, and on-budget implementation.
● Ensure quality information management related to reporting by overseeing the regular maintenance of grant files, reporting calendars and internal documentation.
Reporting & Proposal Writing Support (35%)
● Monitor funding opportunities and sectors trends and best practices.
● Conduct research and analysis to identify potential new funders.
● Support proposal development process with desk reviews, research, writing and editing, in close partnership with Program and Partnership Development colleagues.
● Monitor reporting timelines and facilitate the production and timely delivery of high-quality reports which meet requirements – including report review, editing and writing as required.
Financial Tracking (10%)
● Track grant spending as well as modifications and budget realignments, monitoring adherence to funder requirements, internal policies and guidance.
● Provide team with materials, analysis, and information to support decision-making and presentation to funders.
● Participate in annual program budgeting process in collaboration with Global Finance.
Other
● Participate in a collegial office environment including helping with office-wide initiatives outside of your own job area.
● Represent THP at external events, meetings and within networks.
● Leverage network to support new partnerships in coordination with institutional fundraising teams.
● Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor or manager.
Qualifications
1. Education (Minimum Needed and Type of Degree Needed): ● Minimum Required: Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a major or minor in pre-law, finance, accounting or fields relating to international affairs.
2. Work Experience (Minimum needed) ● Minimum Required: 4 years in a similar role with familiarity with international and complex funders. ● Preferred: Non-profit setting with remote team structure, and experience in a fast-paced environment with a small global team.
3. Specialized Knowledge Needed for Job Performance ● Knowledge of international development landscape of issues, organizations, and funders.
● Experience with the preparation of budgets for applications in accordance with complex global guidelines and in collaboration with relevant colleagues. ● Experience with US and/or other government grant compliance. ● Experience with analyzing and writing contracts.
4. Skills (e.g., Level of Judgment Required, Ability to Direct, Work Independently, Multi-Task, etc.): ● Sound judgment, able to troubleshoot problems, come up with creative solutions, while also identifying issues which need to be escalated. ● Project management skills, ability to prioritize. ● Superior organization skills and attention to detail. ● Resourceful self-starter with ability to independently multi-task and prioritize. ● High level of comfort with new technologies, and able to quickly learn new tools. ● Strong teamwork and collaboration skills; ability to work with colleagues and partners nationally and internationally. ● Entrepreneurial, self-driven and results-oriented, with a positive outlook. ● Ability to adapt and work in a very flexible, fluid, and evolving environment. ● High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
5. Special Skills (Technical or Advanced) ● Proficiency in MS Office suite, with proficiency in Excel. ● High level of knowledge with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Tools.
6. Other (Communication Skills, Aptitudes, or Other Specific Skills or Abilities Required): ● Fluency in Spanish and or French preferred. ● Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills. ● High level of confidentiality. ● Ability to work a varying schedule including nights, early mornings, weekends on occasion. ● Ability to travel domestically and internationally, and work on multiple time zones, as necessary. ● Experience working with different countries and cultures. ● Commitment to THP’s values, including an understanding of and compatibility with our principles and philosophy. The successful candidate will be working with a team who loves what they are doing and feels it is a privilege to be working in service of this mission.
Benefit Highlights
The Hunger Project is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes; a cafeteria plan that allows employees to choose from a variety of pre-tax benefits that may include, but are not limited to health, dental, vision and much more, retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions, personal time off that increase with tenure, bank holidays, sick leave, flexible work arrangements, an Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, paid family leave.
How to Apply
Please forward your letter of interest, resume, writing sample, salary expectations for immediate consideration to grantsmgmt@thp.org Please include “Grants Officer'' in the subject line of your email.
Full Time Regular
Grants Officer
The Hunger Project (THP) is a global non-profit organization whose mission is to end hunger and poverty by pioneering sustainable, grassroots, women-centered strategies and advocating for their widespread adoption in countries throughout the world. We operate in 22 countries with 330 staff and have mobilized hundreds of thousands of volunteer leaders worldwide. Our programs throughout Africa, South Asia and Latin America are based on an innovative, holistic approach, which empowers women and men living in rural villages to become the agents of their own development and make sustainable progress in overcoming hunger and poverty.
Current Hunger Project office locations include: USA: Global functions and US Fundraising functions are primarily located in New York City and Washington DC, as well as in multiple home offices.
13 Program Countries : Bangladesh, Benin, Burkina Faso, Ethiopia, Ghana, India, Malawi, Mexico, Mozambique, Peru, Senegal, Uganda, Zambia.
9 Partner Countries: Australia, Canada, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
Position Summary
This role is responsible for coordinating processes around the life cycle of grants, from the proposal phase to the close-out phase. As a core member of the Program Partnership Development team within the US office, the Grant Officer works closely with colleagues in the Global Grants and Compliance function and Global Finance team.
The Grants Officer ensures proposal processes follow all internal procedures, coordinate budget and contract reviews, facilitate launch and project calls, track project finances, manage reporting, and ensure accurate information is available for stakeholders throughout the system.
This full-time position is based out of THP’s Office in New York City, and remote candidates are welcome to apply, with a strong preference for candidates based in the NYC or DC areas. The position reports to the Senior Manager, Grants and Contracts, and works closely with Senior Director of New Business Development and is exempt from overtime.
The salary range for this position is $60,000 - $70,000 USD , not including an annualized cafeteria plan allowance currently fixed at $18,000. The candidate must have eligibility to work in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship in the future.
Essential Functions
Managing the administration of the grant cycle (55%)
● Coordinate the administration of the grant cycle from application to closing, facilitating efforts across teams to ensure that grant requirements are met.
● Utilize established processes, templates, and tools to follow internal processes for grants management and sub-award management; and propose and implement the development of new tools and procedures, as needed.
● In close partnership with the Senior Manager, International Grants and Contracts, monitor project workplans to ensure grants or contracts to support on-track, on-time, and on-budget implementation.
● Ensure quality information management related to reporting by overseeing the regular maintenance of grant files, reporting calendars and internal documentation.
Reporting & Proposal Writing Support (35%)
● Monitor funding opportunities and sectors trends and best practices.
● Conduct research and analysis to identify potential new funders.
● Support proposal development process with desk reviews, research, writing and editing, in close partnership with Program and Partnership Development colleagues.
● Monitor reporting timelines and facilitate the production and timely delivery of high-quality reports which meet requirements – including report review, editing and writing as required.
Financial Tracking (10%)
● Track grant spending as well as modifications and budget realignments, monitoring adherence to funder requirements, internal policies and guidance.
● Provide team with materials, analysis, and information to support decision-making and presentation to funders.
● Participate in annual program budgeting process in collaboration with Global Finance.
Other
● Participate in a collegial office environment including helping with office-wide initiatives outside of your own job area.
● Represent THP at external events, meetings and within networks.
● Leverage network to support new partnerships in coordination with institutional fundraising teams.
● Perform all other duties assigned by supervisor or manager.
Qualifications
1. Education (Minimum Needed and Type of Degree Needed): ● Minimum Required: Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a major or minor in pre-law, finance, accounting or fields relating to international affairs.
2. Work Experience (Minimum needed) ● Minimum Required: 4 years in a similar role with familiarity with international and complex funders. ● Preferred: Non-profit setting with remote team structure, and experience in a fast-paced environment with a small global team.
3. Specialized Knowledge Needed for Job Performance ● Knowledge of international development landscape of issues, organizations, and funders.
● Experience with the preparation of budgets for applications in accordance with complex global guidelines and in collaboration with relevant colleagues. ● Experience with US and/or other government grant compliance. ● Experience with analyzing and writing contracts.
4. Skills (e.g., Level of Judgment Required, Ability to Direct, Work Independently, Multi-Task, etc.): ● Sound judgment, able to troubleshoot problems, come up with creative solutions, while also identifying issues which need to be escalated. ● Project management skills, ability to prioritize. ● Superior organization skills and attention to detail. ● Resourceful self-starter with ability to independently multi-task and prioritize. ● High level of comfort with new technologies, and able to quickly learn new tools. ● Strong teamwork and collaboration skills; ability to work with colleagues and partners nationally and internationally. ● Entrepreneurial, self-driven and results-oriented, with a positive outlook. ● Ability to adapt and work in a very flexible, fluid, and evolving environment. ● High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
5. Special Skills (Technical or Advanced) ● Proficiency in MS Office suite, with proficiency in Excel. ● High level of knowledge with Google Suite and Microsoft Office Tools.
6. Other (Communication Skills, Aptitudes, or Other Specific Skills or Abilities Required): ● Fluency in Spanish and or French preferred. ● Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills. ● High level of confidentiality. ● Ability to work a varying schedule including nights, early mornings, weekends on occasion. ● Ability to travel domestically and internationally, and work on multiple time zones, as necessary. ● Experience working with different countries and cultures. ● Commitment to THP’s values, including an understanding of and compatibility with our principles and philosophy. The successful candidate will be working with a team who loves what they are doing and feels it is a privilege to be working in service of this mission.
Benefit Highlights
The Hunger Project is pleased to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, which includes; a cafeteria plan that allows employees to choose from a variety of pre-tax benefits that may include, but are not limited to health, dental, vision and much more, retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions, personal time off that increase with tenure, bank holidays, sick leave, flexible work arrangements, an Employee Assistance Program, life and disability insurance, paid family leave.
How to Apply
Please forward your letter of interest, resume, writing sample, salary expectations for immediate consideration to grantsmgmt@thp.org Please include “Grants Officer'' in the subject line of your email.