Director of Human Resources

Overview

• Location: Tampa, Florida
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #15733

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Under the general direction of the Vice President of Human Resources, Enterprise Risk Management and Safety, the Director of Human Resources shapes and executes strategic Human Resources (HR) initiatives aligned with the Authority’s business objectives. This position is tasked with developing and implementing policies, plans, and programs that effectively attract, retain, motivate, and reward employees while adhering to company philosophy and external regulations. The Director oversees daily HR operations, ensuring compliance with staffing, training, compensation, benefits, and employee relations policies. This position actively engages in leadership and employee development initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth through the Authority. The Director advocates for employee interests, recommending and directing the implementation of new policies and programs that support the Authority’s goals. The role requires maintaining strong communication with union leadership and external stakeholders and providing guidance on personnel and labor relations issues. The Director promotes innovation by identifying and implementing workforce solutions that enhance inclusivity and productivity. By championing cultural change and innovative practices, the Director of Human Resources contributes to a dynamic, forward-thinking workplace that empowers employees and aligns with the Authority’s strategic vision.

SUPERVISES OTHERS: YES
FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Administers and develops personnel policies and programs to effectively utilize HR in alignment with the Authority’s business objectives.
• Responsible for employee relations, labor unions, and external agencies, negotiating within guidelines and resolving disputes and grievances.
• Ensures the implementation of effective training programs for employee development.
• Oversees compensation, leave, and benefits programs to ensure they meet objectives, remain competitive, and are sustainable while facilitating clear communication with employees.
• Assists in preparing the annual personnel budget for the Authority.
• Reviews and updates job descriptions to clarify expectations and establish criteria for hiring, evaluation, and promotion.
• Implements employee engagement and reward programs to enhance motivation and retention.
• Manages daily HR operations, oversees HR systems, and provides guidance to departmental personnel.
• Creates strategies for performance evaluation, talent acquisition, and retention.
• Manages the classification of job titles and salary ranges within position control according to job competencies.
• Monitors compliance with internal policies and legal standards to mitigate risks.
• Anticipates and addresses potential litigation risks proactively.
• Analyzes HR data and metrics to provide insightful reports to senior management.
• Accountable for the well-being and support of their direct reports, providing individual training for their job responsibilities and offering mentorship.
• Evaluates the work performance of direct reports; engages in transparent performance check-ins and appraisals and takes necessary corrective action or disciplinary measures when required.
• Ensures that direct reports comply with authority standards regarding personal appearance, fostering a professional work environment.
• Oversees the maintenance and accountability of all direct reports’ equipment, ensuring adherence to established guidelines and promoting operational efficiency.

• Regular and reliable attendance is required as an essential function of the position.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and you may not be responsible for every item listed. The employer reserves the right to assign additional functions and responsibilities as necessary.

COMPETENCIES

• Organizational Focus: Applying a broad understanding of the industry, possibilities for the organization, and financial acumen; focusing on what the organization needs to do to succeed today and in the future; demonstrating and understanding longer-term trends when setting priorities; focusing on the sustainability of the organization.
• Cultural IQ: Fully understands and is able to apply our Cultural IQ philosophy.  Consistently considers the cultural alignment of all decisions made; Intentionally seeks ways to reinforce our cultural beliefs through day-to-day operations; Contributes to achieving our key initiatives.
• Developing Organizational Talent: Thinking about the evolving needs of the organization and encouraging skill and individual development in light of this; fostering and promoting long-term learning to improve organizational and individual capability; focusing on developing skills and capabilities the organization will require in the future.
• Sound Judgement: The ability to make sound and timely decisions by analyzing and understanding situations and information clearly by carefully examining the details.  Exhibits a sense of urgency where appropriate.

REQUIRED FOR ALL HCAA JOBS

• In the event of an emergency or disaster that impacts the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority (HCAA), an employee may be required to respond promptly to duties and responsibilities as assigned by the employee’s department or the HCAA Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Such assignments may be before, during, or after the emergency/disaster.
• Complies with all HCAA Policies, Standard Procedures, Rules and Regulations, and Operating Directives.

QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Eight (8) years senior management Human Resources experience in a public sector environment, experience negotiating collective bargaining agreements, experience in self-insured programs for employee benefits, knowledge of employee wellness programs, and experience integrating a performance-based compensation system.
• Four (4) years of supervisory experience.
• Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS)

• Master’s Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or another related field.
• SPHR or SHRM-SCP Certification.
• FPELRA Certification.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) Business Suites.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of HR principles and practices, policies, procedures, and best practices, particularly in employee relations and talent acquisition.
• Knowledge of labor relations principles, collective bargaining agreements, and negotiation processes.
• Knowledge of budgetary principles and experience in managing HR budgets effectively.
• Skill in strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational capabilities.
• Skill with detail, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in HR processes and documentation.
• Skill in leading HR teams, overseeing talent acquisition, and providing strategic guidance.
• Ability to compile and analyze data for reporting and decision-making purposes.
• Ability to deal with difficult situations with tact and professionalism.
• Ability to balance the role as both an employee advocate and a partner to the business.
• Ability to think strategically and contribute to HR policy and program development aligned with organizational goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing at all levels of the organization.  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others within and outside the Authority.  
• Ability to handle restricted, sensitive, and confidential information.  
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service, serve the public, and represent the Authority with courtesy and professionalism.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES

• Frequent standing & walking  
• Sitting up to 6 hours per day 
• Occasional lifting up to 20 Ibs 
• Occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling & dragging 
• Continuous typing  
• Occasional driving 

The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport provides equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, membership, or non-membership in an employee organization, or based on personal favoritism or other non-merit factors.
The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority-Tampa International Airport welcomes and encourages applications from minorities, veterans, and persons with physical and mental disabilities, and will reasonably accommodate the needs of those persons in the application, testing and hiring process. The decision to grant reasonable accommodation requests will be made case-by-case.