The City of Buckhannon (City) will be interviewing and requesting bids from qualified human resource firms adept in developing and implementing Human Resource (HR) policies, procedures, and initiatives that support the ordinances of the city, state and federal law, and any applicable rules and regulations. This essential position is vital for the efficient and effective operations in building and maintaining a thriving and productive workforce of the City of Buckhannon, its agencies, employees, and the community. Proposals will be accepted in person or postmarked by midnight, February 14, 2025 at Buckhannon City Hall, 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201.
Qualifications:
- License and certification to perform business in the State of West Virginia.
- Possess liability, error and omission insurance, and other practical insurances.
- In-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
- Experience in developing and implementing HR policies, procedures, and programs.
- Experience with HR management tools such as ADP, Workday, or similar programs.
Responsibilities/Duties:
- Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs that align with the City of Buckhannon’s objectives and comply with employment laws and regulations.
- Oversee the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent.
- Ensure job descriptions are up to date and compliant with all local, state, and federal regulations.
- Maintain employee files to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
- Manage employee relations and address any workplace concerns, including conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
- Investigate employee issues and conflicts and bring them to resolution.
- Develop and monitor performance management and appraisal systems to support employee growth and development.
- Ensure the administration of compensation and benefits programs, including payroll processing and benefits administration.
- Conduct performance and salary reviews.
- Provide guidance and support to management and employees regarding HR matters, such as policies, procedures, and legal compliance.
- Plan, coordinate, and conduct training and development programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
- Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform strategic decisions and identify areas for improvement.
- Stay up to date with HR issues, laws, regulations, and COB initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
The successful Bidder must adhere to the following requirements:
- The successful Bidder shall provide all services as described in Responsibilities/Duties.
- The successful Bidder shall perform tasks in a professional manner in accordance with industry-standard best practices.
- The successful Bidder shall furnish all labor, insurance, and certifications to complete the proposed work.
- The successful Bidder shall be available to address legal and personnel issues that require IMMEDIATE attention.
The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to award the contract to other than the low bidder, and to waive any informality in bidding. The City reserves the right to reject any all bids that are not in the best interest of the City. In addition, the City also reserves the right to terminate the contract at any time due to noncompliance with the information contained in the Bid Package.
Honorable Robert N. Skinner, III
City of Buckhannon
