Senior Human Resources Advisor

**Please apply online at https://mycareers.ocfl.net/mycareers.html Reference Job ID 19305. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed applications**

Overview

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We have been consistently recognized as a “Top 100 Family Friendly Company,” facilitating a healthy work-life balance.

We are currently seeking well qualified candidates to fill the role of Senior Human Resources Advisor. This position is an HR business partner handling the most complex Human Resource issues that may arise and facilitating consistent application of Human Resources and Orange County’s vision, policies and key strategic initiatives. The Senior HR Advisor is the lead position in one of eight HR Service Center locations. Orange County HR Service Centers support Administrative Services, Fire Rescue, Corrections, Public Works, Utilities, Community Environmental Development Services, Family Services and Health Services.

Representative Duties

Plans, supervises and coordinates the overall operation of a Department HR Service Center supporting employee and labor relations, employee benefits, and training activities.
Supervises and consults with management on complex HR issues.
Ensures consistent application and compliance with all federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations and policies.
Serves as the liaison between the Human Resources Administration, Human Resources Service Center and the Department management team.
Supervises, coaches and leads staff in accomplishing work objectives; plans and coordinates activities such as benefits open enrollment.
Reports to and consults with the HR Manager to evaluate HR services and assesses needs for enhancement or new programs.
Participates in labor relations management meetings and negotiations, as needed.
Participates on various HR or assigned committees.
Assists in the preparation, submission and monitoring of the annual HR budget.
Reviews programs and internal processes to maximize efficiencies and quality customer service to employees, their families and management.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration or a closely related field and five years of varied professional level human resources experience to include two years supervisory/large project management experience.

Preferences

Master’s degree in specified areas of study and/or professional certification in a human resources field.

Notes

Applicants selected for hire must successfully complete a background check, drug screen, and physical.

Veteran’s Preference

If you are claiming Veterans’ Preference, you are responsible for providing the required eligibility documentation by the close date of the posting. Please submit a cover letter and copies of documents, not originals, to Orange County Human Resources Division, PO Box 1393, Orlando, FL 32801-1393 or fax to (407) 836-0098 (only Veterans’ Preference documentation will be accepted by fax). Your cover letter should include the position posting number you are applying for, the title of the position and the last 4 digits of your social security number.

Educational Requirements

If your education was obtained in the United States, the County recognizes degrees or diplomas which are accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). If you have obtained education from a country other than the United States, your degree or diploma must be evaluated to determine the United States equivalency by a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) or the Association of International Credentials Evaluations (AICE) at your expense.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $64,000.00 to $83,000.00 /year

Required education: