he Manatee County Human Resources Department plays a crucial role in managing the county’s workforce by overseeing recruitment, employee benefits, professional development, and employee relations. The division ensures that the county attracts and retains talented employees while promoting a healthy work environment and providing training to support career growth.

The Employee Health Benefits Division oversees the development, implementation, and evaluation of the organization's health benefits programs. This includes assessing the effectiveness and return on investment of current benefits and wellness offerings, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations for the medical plan, and providing strategic recommendations for the future direction of benefits programs. Additionally, the division supports management by delivering cost analyses to guide decisions on the sustainability and enhancement of employee benefits packages.

• Manatee YourChoice health plans
• Long-term and short-term disability insurance
• Wellbeing programs to promote the physical, emotional, financial, community, and career wellbeing of Manatee County employees

The Compensation Division is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing employee compensation programs across all departments, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. This includes developing and evaluating compensation policies, pay structures, and programs that reflect both internal equity and current market trends. The division continuously assesses the effectiveness of the organization's pay philosophy using data and performance metrics. Additionally, it is tasked with designing and evaluating a modern pay-for-performance program that aligns with organizational goals.

• Market Studies and Pay Scale Adjustments
• Job Classifications and Reclassifications
• Time and Attendance
• Leave Management
• Human Resources Information Management

The Employment Services Division of Manatee County Human Resources is responsible for overseeing recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and retention across all county departments. The division ensures a streamlined, compliant hiring process that meets the staffing needs of the county while promoting equal opportunity and diversity in hiring practices. It also manages job postings and provides career resources for individuals interested in roles within Manatee County. Additionally, Employment Services works closely with departments to support workforce planning, optimize hiring processes, and maintain efficient staff allocations across county.

• Recruitment
• Onboarding
• Talent Management

The Employee Relations Division plays a key role in fostering positive relationships throughout Manatee County by promoting clear communication, effective performance management, and adherence to personnel policies. The division assists in resolving disputes, manages grievance and complaint processes, and oversees collective bargaining activities, including contract negotiations. It is also responsible for developing a county-wide performance evaluation system. Additionally, the division champions diversity, cultural competency, and employee engagement initiatives, while designing and implementing innovative recognition programs to boost engagement.

• Drug Free Work Place program
• Promote ACE Accountability, Civility, and Ethics
• Unemployment Claims
• Exit Surveys