Director, Human Resources

General Job Information

There is only one city in the country that can say it is the Nation's Capital - Washington, D.C. Given that distinction, the Metropolitan Police Department is the premiere law enforcement organization in the city. We receive over 22 million visitors a year, have almost 700,000 residents, and 21,000 private business. The Department consists of more than 4,200 members: approximately 3,550 sworn members and over 650 civilian employees. We are one of the most diverse and highly trained departments in the country. We have the honor of safeguarding and protecting not only our nation's residents, but also people from all over the world.

The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) offers an attractive benefits package. The benefits package includes competitive compensation, health insurance, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability and life insurance, as well a strong retirement benefit and saving options. Employees are also eligible for our employer contributed 401a plan after one year of employment. Additional perks such as discounts on wireless carriers, gym memberships, amusement park tickets and much more! Additional information can be found at: DCHR Benefits

This position is located in the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), Organizational Culture and Wellness Bureau (OCWB), Human Resources Management Division (HRMD). The purpose of the position is to serve as the Director of Human Resources. The position is delegated as personnel authority for the Human Resource Program which serves a diverse workforce of more than 4,000 sworn and professional staff members.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following:

• Plans, organizes, and coordinates the execution of the total Human Resources Program that serves a diverse workforce of sworn and professional staff members.

• Interprets laws, policies, regulations, and guidelines of the District of Columbia, DC Department of Human Resources (DCHR), US Office of Personnel Management, District's Retirement Board, and various other District and Federal government agencies engaged in the administration of human resource programs, systems and functions.

• Plans and oversees the evaluation of systems and programs for overall effectiveness in intent, design, and services provided.

• Provides staff advice and guidance to senior-level management with regards to professional staff and sworn human resource matters.

• Participates in operational planning with senior-level management to identify phases, timelines, implementation process, etc. Continuously provides feedback to the CPO and senior-level officials on the status of work-plan efforts, timelines, and any residual effects.

• Develops and administers innovative human resource programs tailored to the requirements of the organization and workforce. Develops re-engineering program processes of particular program areas.

• Exercises authority for all major Human Resource (HR) programs that include recruitment and placement, position management, classification, compensation, benefits, entitlements, etc.

• Provides managerial oversight of personnel advisory services performed by subordinate staff engaged in various human resource mandates, objectives, and projects of the division. Makes recommendations to the CPO on issues involving hiring, termination, operations, personnel resources and budgeting.

• Participates in discussions with members of the Office of the General Counsel and Labor Relations, with regards to union concerns, formal grievances, etc. Offers authoritative guidance on difficult, unusual, or unprecedented circumstances arising from union contracts, labor practices, management employee relation issues, Leave Without Pay and advanced sick leave requests, Leave Donation Program, disciplinary/adverse action administration, service agreements, drug & alcohol testing, Fitness for Duty, grievances, appeals, sworn and civilian recognition programs; and administration of performance management programs for sworn and civilian employees, etc.

• Provides guidance to subordinate staff on personnel activities for recruitment, placement, non-recruitment, positon management, classification, internships, City-wide campaigns, and any similar HR areas.

• Keeps abreast of human capital developments and trends, incorporating developments into the vision and strategic direction of the agency and enabling greater efficiencies in business processes.

• Fosters collaboration with leaders across the department to meet human capital needs.

• Performs a full range of managerial functions to include: assign, direct, and review the work of subordinate staff; administer leave and attendance; evaluate staff performance; recommend hiring, promotions, status changes, awards, disciplinary actions, and terminations; plan, schedule, and coordinate work operations to achieve optimal combination of employees and assignments including resource realignment and/or restructuring plans; address issues or problems related to work operations; negotiate and troubleshoot employee concerns, grievances, and other matters involved in the daily administration of labor-management concerns; provide coaching; guide immediate reports in the implementation of performance standards; develop performance metrics and standard operating procedures and guide immediate reports in their implementation; and provide governance over staff development and training plans.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Licensures, Certifications and other requirements

Human Resources certification highly preferred.

Must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license.

Education

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a master's degree in human resource management, public administration, business administration, or a related field is preferred.

Work Experience

Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the MS-14 grade level, or its non-District equivalent, gained from public or private sector. Specialized experience for this position includes, but not limited to, experience leading and managing a complex human resources division responsible for the full scope of operational programs such as recruitment, staffing, classification, employee and labor relations, performance management, retirement, benefits, and compensation; demonstrated leadership experience applying human capital principles and practices that are aligned with agency strategic goals to ensure accomplishment of organizational results; ability to interpret, communicate, administer, and recommend changes to human resources policies and procedures and ability to supervise other supervisors.

Work Environment

Work location is in an office environment. Work is sedentary and may require walking and standing in conjunction with travel and attendance at meeting and conferences away from the work site and carrying light items, such as laptops, papers, books, small parts, and driving an automobile.

Other Significant Factors

• Demonstrated leadership ability to apply human capital principles and practices that are aligned with agency strategic goals to ensure the accomplishment of organizational results.

• Knowledge of and demonstrated expertise in implementing federal and local laws, regulations, directives, and other guidance related to human capital and human resources programs.

• Ability to formulate and implement results-oriented policies, strategies, and solutions to achieve agency or organizational workforce goals and objectives.

• Knowledge of the organization, functions, laws, regulations and concerns of local government.

• Ability to interpret, communicate, administer, and recommend changes to human resources policies and procedures.

• Ability to manage the work of a large staff through subordinate supervisors.

• Ability to win the confidence and cooperation of other officials and employees.

• Ability to develop and implement a human resources program for a large law enforcement organization with a diverse workforce.

• Ability to speak and write effectively.

This position operates within the confines of a 24/7 operation. Incumbent of this position is required to provide after-hours on call technical support including weekends and holidays. Incumbent may also be subjected to rotating shifts, weekend work and changes in days off.

This position is deemed as "Security Sensitive" pursuant to Section 410 of Chapter 4 of the D.C. Personnel Regulations, in addition to the general suitability screening, individuals applying for or occupying security sensitive positions are subject to the following checks and tests:

a. Criminal background check;

b. Traffic record check (as applicable);

c. Consumer credit check (as applicable);

d. Reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol test; and

e. Post-accident or incident drug and alcohol test.

A background investigation is required for positions with the Metropolitan Police Department.

This position is considered an emergency per DPM Chapter 12. An emergency employee who has been designated and activated will be called in to work, required to stay at work, or required to telework, if approved to do so, during the particular emergency situation.

This position is "At Will". At will employment applies to the Management Supervisory Service (MSS). All positions and appointments in the MSS serve at the pleasure of the appointing authority and may be terminated at any time with or without cause. This position is not in a collective bargaining unit.

If the position you are applying for is in the Career, Management Supervisory, or Educational Service at an annual salary of one hundred fifty thousand dollars ($150,000) or more, you must establish residency in the District of Columbia within one hundred eighty (180) days of the effective date of the appointment and continue to maintain residency within the District of Columbia throughout the duration of the appointment.

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer: all qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination, which is also prohibited. In addition, harassment based on any of the above-protected categories is prohibited.

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