Human Resources / Risk Management Department

Who We Are

The Human Resources Department/Risk Management is a pivotal component of the municipal government’s operations. We are responsible for ensuring the organization’s assets, employees, and reputation maintain protected.  The department serves as a hub for administering workers compensation, city claims, insurance of City’s assets, employee and retiree benefits, leaves, talent acquisition and retention, development and training, labor relations, and maintain compliance with labor laws and regulations. We promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to foster an inclusive safe work environment that promotes equal opportunities, fairness, and respect for all employees.    

Responsibilities

The Human Resources Department is responsible to:

• Administer the City's personnel rules and regulations, workers' compensation, safety, employee benefits, wellness, employee relations, and equal employment opportunity programs;
• Provide diverse and skilled applicant pools; classification and compensation administration; labor relations; human resources management tools; policies and procedures; and other support to City departments;
• Develop, manage, and facilitate employee recognition and engagement programs;
• Represent the City Council and City Manager on employee relations matters with representatives of recognized employee organizations;
• Assure that the City has fair and equitable policies and procedures that are uniformly interpreted and implemented; and
• Manage a City-wide training program that provides all mandated training, safety training, and training that will enhance an employee’s ability to excel in their positions and prepare them for future promotional opportunities.
•  The Risk Management Division provides risk management services for injured employees, citizens, and/or property damage. It's mission is to foster a safe and healthy environment for employees and citizens.