Posting number: 17154
Department: Office of County Administration
Job classification: Project Manager
Posting type: Open
Categories: Human Resources, Public Relations, Management, Project Management, Organizational Development, Research, Program Management
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The Project/Program Manager II – Consultation Policy Manager serves as the Office of County Administration’s (OCA) lead staff member for the implementation and ongoing administration of the County’s Consultation Policy. For reference, the Consultation Policy can be found in the Harris County Personnel Policies & Procedures, Section 16, Consultation Policy - Appendix A This position provides strategic policy analysis, research, coordination, and employee relations support to ensure the effective operation of the County’s labor-management consultation process.
The Project/Program Manager II – Consultation Policy Manager serves as the primary agenda coordinator and meeting facilitator for the Consultation Team, acts as the liaison to Commissioners Court on Consultation Policy matters, and serves as OCA’s Management Agent ex-officio designee as needed. Working closely with OCA, Human Resources & Talent (HRT), and the County Attorney’s Office (CAO), County department leadership, employee representatives, and the Employee Consultation Review Board, the Project/Program Manager II – Consultation Policy Manager develops policy recommendations, conducts research, coordinates stakeholder engagement, and supports the Management Agent (Harris County) in advancing collaborative labor-management relationships across the County.
This position plays a key role in fostering a positive workplace environment by providing research, analysis, and recommendations related to employee relations, workplace grievances, conflict resolution, and organizational effectiveness while ensuring compliance with applicable employment laws, County policies, Consultation Policy procedures, and the County Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide direct support to the County Administrator, who serves as the implementation lead and administrator for the County’s Consultation Policy, ensuring consistent administration, compliance, and continuous improvement of consultation processes.
Coordinate all Consultation Team and Employee Consultation Review Board meetings, including developing agendas, facilitating meetings, documenting discussions, tracking action items, and monitoring implementation of recommendations.
Serve as the County Administrator’s Management Agent ex-officio designee as needed and provide strategic support to the Management Agent and its representatives.
Serve as the primary liaison between OCA and Commissioners Court regarding Consultation Policy matters, including preparing agenda items, presentations, briefing materials, and status updates.
Conduct research and analysis on labor-management relations, employee relations, workplace policies, organizational practices, and emerging employment trends.
Prepare high-quality policy briefs, research reports, issue papers, executive summaries, fact sheets, talking points, and recommendations for the County Administrator and other executive leadership as well as to Commissioners Court, including on proposed changes and updates to the County Personnel Policies & Procedures Manual.
Provide guidance and support to the County Administrator regarding workplace concerns, employee relations issues, conflict resolution strategies, and performance management practices.
Collaborate with OCA, HRT, CAO, and County department leadership to advance Consultation Policy initiatives and facilitate cross-functional coordination.
Monitor changes in employment laws, labor relations trends, and public sector best practices, recommending policy updates as appropriate.
Maintain confidential and sensitive information with the highest level of professionalism and discretion.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Duties:
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Management may, at its discretion, assign, or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Education and Experience:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of employee relations principles, conflict resolution, workplace investigations, and performance management practices.
Knowledge of public administration principles, governmental operations, and policy development.
Knowledge of, or strong ability to learn, applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into practical recommendations.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to facilitate and lead meetings, build consensus, and navigate sensitive workplace issues.
Ability to establish and maintain productive working relationships with executive leadership, elected officials, department leadership, employees, and labor representatives.
Ability to exercise sound judgment, diplomacy, and discretion when handling confidential matters.
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Understands and supports the County’s mission, vision, and strategic priorities.
Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to ethical public service.
Promotes public trust through accountability, transparency, and sound judgment.
Values collaboration and demonstrates respect for diverse perspectives, experiences, and opinions.
Builds effective partnerships across departments and stakeholder groups.
Exercises initiative and independent judgment while maintaining a solutions-oriented approach.
Demonstrates adaptability in a dynamic organizational environment.
Communicates effectively with executive leadership, employees, and external stakeholders.
NOTE Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
Regular Full-time
Monday – Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Hours may vary based on the business needs of the departments and some weekend or evening work may be required.
Salary:
$88,316.80 - $132,454.40 Annually
Depends on Qualifications
Based on 26 Pay Periods
Plus, benefits
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
Reporting Relationships:
Reports To Position: Boards & Commissions Director
Supervises Positions: Intern
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Harris County is a county located in the U.S. state of Texas within the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area. As of 2000 U.S. Census, the county had a population of 3,400,578 (though a 2007 estimate placed the population at 4,011,475), making it the most populous county in Texas and the third most populous county in the United States. Its county seat is Houston.
