Department of Human Resources

Mission Statement

The Office of Human Resources provides high quality professional services in the areas of human resources management, labor relations, employee training and development, benefits administration, regulatory compliance and the preservation of municipal documents. All efforts undertaken by the Office of Human Resources will ensure that employees and citizens are treated with respect and dignity.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the City of Lakewood to provide equal employment opportunities to all potential job applicants and employees regardless of race, ethnicity, color, gender, national origin, or disability.

Office of Human Resources functions include:

• Recruitment, Retention and Selection:
  Consistent with organizational goals and objectives recruits and selects staff in conjunction with the Civil Service Commission.
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• Employee Classification and Compensation:
  Administers the City's compensation programs and maintains the position classification system.
• Labor Relations:
  Administers collective bargaining agreements for seven (7) bargaining units. Conducts labor contract negotiations.
• Equal Employment Opportunity:
  Ensures fair employment practices.
• Employee Training and Development:
  Coordinates employee training programs and administers tuition reimbursements for employees.
• Employee Benefits:
  Administers employee benefits such as health care, dental, prescription drugs, worker's compensation etc.
• Safety Programs:
  Develops and coordinates safety and training programs designed to reduce or prevent workplace injuries.
• Administration:
  Provides professional and technical assistance to departments in the areas of human resources management, and employee relation's issues.
• Employee Recognition:
  Coordinates employee service recognition awards program.