POSITION DESCRIPTION:    

The Human Resources Director is responsible for all aspects of planning, directing, and reviewing all activities and operations of the Human Resources Department. This includes Human Resources Administration, Employee Services, Community Employment, Consulting Services, Training and Development, Recruitment and Selection, Compensation Analysis, Human Resource Information System (HRIS), and Services. Working under the general supervision of the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Enterprise General Manager, the Human Resources Director offers support to all Enterprises owned and operated by the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: 

Essential Duties may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

• Directs and participates in the classification and compensation plan administration, employee relations, benefits, recruitment and selection, general employee development and training, risk and safety management, and employee performance evaluation activities. 
• Develops and manages the annual budget review and hearing process, assists Enterprise General Managers with planning for new or revised positions, and advises on budget impact. 
• Develop and implement each function's Human Resources Department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities. 
• Formulates programs, plans, and procedures for integrating diverse goals and operational needs into a cohesive effort to provide the Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation Enterprises with an effective and responsive Human Resource system.
• Provides overall departmental leadership. 
• Reviews Enterprise Personnel Policy annually and updates as needed.
• Works with Enterprise General Managers to continuously improve Human Resources operational policies, practices, procedures, and methodologies.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Annually reviews and recommends to executive management to improve the policies, procedures, and practices on personnel matters.
• Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensures compliance.
• Maintains responsibility for FMYNE compliance with federal and state legislation pertaining to all personnel matters.
• Communicates changes in personnel policies and procedures and ensures proper compliance is followed.
• Assist in the preparation and administration of the FMYNE wage and salary program.
• Consult with legal counsel when needed or as directed by the FMYNE General Manager on personnel matters.
• Recommends, evaluates, and participates in staff development for all FMYNE employees.
• Develops and maintains a human resource system that meets the Nation’s personnel information needs.
• Supervises the staff of the human resource department.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies governing human resources.
• Knowledge of management and supervisory principles and practices.
• Knowledge of benefits administration, including pension funds.
• Knowledge of all facets of human resource management.
• Skill in understanding and interpreting complex tribal, state, and federal laws, regulations, policies, and practices.
• Skill in planning, organizing, directing, and managing projects.
• Skill in developing policies and procedures.
• Skills in oral and written communication.
• Skill in utilizing HRIS systems. 
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with other departments of the Fort McDowell Enterprises, tribal government, vendors, other interested parties, and the public.
• Establishes an active plan for the development and succession of Tribal Members into executive management. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or related field preferred, or Seven (7) years of experience in personnel/human resources, with a minimum of five (5) years of management experience.
• Current Arizona Driver’s License and able to meet Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation insurance standards. 
• Master’s Degree in a related field is preferred. 
• Must obtain and maintain a State of Arizona Gaming Certification and a Fort McDowell Tribal Gaming License. 
• Must pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test and pass a complete background check. 
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), or Society for Human Resource Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification is highly preferred. 

INDIAN PREFERENCE:

Preference will be given to qualified applicants who are members of federally recognized Indian tribes.  To be considered for Indian Preference, you must submit your Certificate of Indian Blood (CIB) with your application.