The goal of the Human Resources Department is to inspire success and employee engagement by helping staff perform at maximum effectiveness and contribute to our community. Our multi-faceted approach in our mission to be an “employer of choice” involves providing training, benefits and compensation, and intrinsic satisfaction in a rewarding atmosphere to attract and retain highly skilled staff.

The Human Resources Department administers, coordinates, or assists with the following programs and services: 

-Developing and delivering a wide variety of training topics specific to departmental and employee needs, including New Employee Orientation, Supervisory Skills, Sexual Harassment/Workplace Harassment, DOT Drug & Alcohol Awareness, etc.  

-Recruiting and post employment opportunities and assisting departments with candidate selection in accordance with applicable Federal & State laws

-Conducting and maintain ethical employment practices in conjunction with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, EOE, ADAAA, HIPAA, ADEA, FMLA/NDAA, and other employment laws

-Coordinating drug & alcohol screening 

-Conducting criminal background investigation and screening Motor Vehicle Driving Records for employment candidates using applicable resources

-Coordinating and assist with Employee Wellness Programs including health screenings, Employee Assistance Program, Hearing Conservation Testing, and DOT/VOSH required physical examinations for specified classifications

-Assisting supervisory staff with employee evaluations and other employment practices to bolster equitable and fair employment actions

-Conducting retirement education and administration/processing