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Title: Chief Human Resources Officer
Pay Grade: Executive Management
Starting Pay: $203,265.03
Departmental Mission Statement:
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Position Summary: Working within the Office of Court Management (OCM) of the Trial Court, the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Human Resources Department, its policies, practices and operations in order to meet the Trial Court’s evolving needs. The Chief Human Resources Officer originates and leads the Human Resources’ practices and strategic objectives that will provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, quality, productivity, consistent standards, goal attainment, and the recruitment and ongoing development of a qualified, talented, merit based, and diverse workforce and employment environment.
The Chief Human Resources Officer directs the implementation of services, policies, and programs through Human Resource Department’s professional and administrative staff. The CHRO also has oversight of all collective bargaining and labor relations for the Trial Court, maintaining a positive labor relations philosophy that both furthers the Trial Court’s strategic goals, and ensures compliance with the Employer’s obligations under the State’s Collective Bargaining Law. The CHRO reports to the Court Administrator and serves on the executive management team, and assists, advises and collaborates with all levels of department heads, managers, and court officials on a wide range of Human Resource issues. The CHRO is a key executive partner and coach who is tasked with facilitating strategic planning and initiatives, change management, and organizational design.
Duties:
Leadership/Supervisory Role
Strategy
Policy
Labor Relations
Analytics
Collaboration
Job Competencies: All applicants must be able, through the interview process, to prove efficiency in the following areas:
Knowledge
Minimum Requirements: These are the minimum requirements necessary for the position of Chief Human Resources Officer:
Education & Experience: A bachelor’s degree and Ten (10) years of practical senior management level experience in the field of human resources and labor-management relations; Equivalent combinations of education and/or experience will be considered for meeting the minimum requirements.
Professional Development: Must have a background that demonstrates a history of regular professional development; demonstrating a record of initiating best practices, the consistent application of policies, and innovative approaches to human resources management and labor relations.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with a graduate degree in Human Resources, Public or Business Administration, or similar advanced degree will be viewed as demonstrating a commitment to professional development. An ideal candidate will also have some experience managing in a unionized environment. A SPHR certification is also desirable, demonstrating a commitment to the field of Human Resources. Candidates with a professional background as a Director of Human Resources, Director of Talent Acquisition, Head of Labor Relations, or similar position will be preferred.
OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Demonstrated ability to perform human resources related activities of the most complex and non-routine nature, including providing feasible innovative solutions;
Knowledge, skills, and abilities in labor relations and negotiations acquired through both training and practical experience;
Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work professionally and collaboratively with persons at all levels, including judges, and to maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to negotiate with union officials and Trial Court staff to reach agreements, provide remedies, and resolve conflicts;
Ability to adapt quickly to changing circumstances and develop workarounds for issues that require a timely resolution;
Ability to use data to drive enhancements and efficiencies in operations;
Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers, including HR and business related software;
Knowledge of current trends and developments in human resources and labor relations;
Knowledge of Massachusetts state government;
Knowledge of Federal and State labor and employment laws and regulations;
Ability to direct and evaluate a large and professionally diverse staff;
Ability to multi-task and manage a variety of assignments at once;
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in oral and written form; and
Ability to travel within the Commonwealth as necessary.
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