HUMAN RESOURCES MISSION STATEMENT
In full support of the City of Cape Girardeau mission statement, the Human Resources Division shall strive to provide support services to all City Departments/Division and employees, as well as guidance for compliance with State and Federal Law regulations, within the Divisions major areas of responsibility. To accomplish this mission it is essential to:
- Aid in the recruitment, selection process and retention of the most qualified employees, while stressing a customer service perspective; coordinate the application of State and Federal employment law and regulation; and provide information and assistance relating to each of these to all internal and external customers.
- Provide oversight, development and maintain compensation and benefit systems in conjunction with the Budget Team; generate payroll and assist employees in gaining understanding of their compensation and benefits; aid employees in problem resolution with respect to these areas; and develop and maintain official records as needed or required by law.
Provide risk management services including placement and renewal of all City insurance policies, monitoring to prevent "gaps and overlaps" in insurance coverage; monitor the Citywide safety program and provide leadership support to the Citywide safety committee; monitor and/or investigate all reported accidents, provide claims administration and support of litigation as required.
