Human Resources Director

Under the general direction of the County Administrator, the Human Resource Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for all HR functions. This role ensures compliance with employment laws, drives workforce planning, and fosters a culture of engagement, equity, and continuous improvement. The Director serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and manages programs related to recruitment, talent development, benefits, labor relations, risk management, and organizational policy.  This is a salaried, exempt position.

Clerical/Administrative

• Use specialized software programs to maintain and update the county web site. Update web site with meeting information, Human Resources related materials as well as County Administrator related public information.
• Write press releases or articles.
• Draft correspondence such as employment offers and disciplinary notifications.
• Maintain manual and electronic working and archive office files.
• Prepare meeting agendas and associated documents for various County Committees.
• Attend committee meetings and type minutes of proceedings as needed. 
• Answer the phone and respond to issues or direct to the correct department.
• Maintain confidentiality of county operations, personnel and medical information.
• Answer questions from public and staff on a wide range of topics.
• Maintain County In-House telephone directory.
• Compile and analyze various data related to human resources & budgeting including compilation of spreadsheets, charts and graphs.
• Serves as representative on the County Risk Management Committee, and other committees as needed.
• Assist departments in interpreting statutes, particularly those related to open meetings, open records, and human resources.

• Supervise Payroll/HR Specialist
• Coordinate annual benefit open enrollment.
• Ensure that proper documentation is acquired and maintained in personnel and medical files.
• Develop and update job descriptions of county personnel. Ensure that current job descriptions are maintained.
• Works with Supervisors and employees to resolve employment-related conflicts and concerns. 
• Serves as the primary contact person for Worker’s Compensation claims and employees with work restrictions.  Complete annual report of worker’s compensation injuries for state and federal offices. Coordinate communications between the employee, employer, medical provider and Worker’s Compensation Carrier.
• Serves as the primary contact person for Family and Medical Leaves. Includes notification to employees, communication with medical providers and coordination with department heads.
• Assist staff with benefit interpretation and support.
• Update and enforce county policies and procedures. 
• Conduct orientation with new employees regarding benefits, policies and procedures. 
• Review employment applications, analyze applicant qualifications and make recommendations on those persons to be interviewed, conduct background and reference checks, administer skills testing, and participate in the interview process/recommendation to hire.
• Research information for labor negotiation preparations, participate in negotiations,  and assist in drafting collective bargaining unit agreements and side letters.
• Assemble and distribute employment vacancy notices utilizing a variety of agencies and on-line recruitment web sites.  Serves as primary point of contact for applicants.
• Assist in maintaining and updating county safety, personnel and procedure manuals. Make recommendations for modifications to policy manuals. Ensure that current policies are posted on the county web site and that employees are notified of changes. 
• Serves as the primary contact for employees regarding employee benefits.
• Coordinate and Facilitate Employee Recognition events and materials.
• Serve as administrator for the electronic employment application, performance evaluation and job description software.
• Assist in analysis of benefit programs including utilization, cost effectiveness, market comparables and plan designs. Make recommendations for modifications to benefit plans.
• Coordinate and facilitate county-wide staff training with regard to employee benefits, personnel policies, county procedures, computer programs, professional development and safety related topics.
• Analyze position descriptions as necessary to determine the appropriate wage level utilizing market comparables. 
• Participate in performance and disciplinary discussions as well as fact finding investigations. Provide recommendations for appropriate disciplinary actions, performance improvement plans and terminations.
• Assist in compiling and submitting the county’s Civil Rights Compliance Plan as required.
• Compile and file annual US Department of Labor work related injury report.
• Respond to external agency requests for personnel-related materials. 
• Develop and implement recruitment efforts including career fairs, public presentations, electronic recruitment efforts, etc. This will include public speaking in small and large group settings.
• Provide analysis and recommendations regarding staffing levels, wages and benefits.

• Four-year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field  and five years of progressive HR experience, OR two year degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field and ten + years of progressive HR experience including: talent management, compliance, employee relations and benefit selection/administration.
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred. 
• Proficiency in HRIS/ERP systems, Microsoft Office 365, AI and data analytics tools. 
• Strong knowledge of employment law, labor relations, and compliance standards. 
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
 

• In-depth knowledge of and demonstrated experience with employment law, HR best practices and compliance standards including, but not limited to:
  • Federal and State Family and Medical Leave
  • ADA
  • Unemployment
  • Worker’s Compensation
  • FLSA, WFEA
  • USERRA
  • Title VII Civil Rights
• In-depth knowledge of and experience responding to FOIA/Open Records Law Requests.
• Experience utilizing HRIS and ERP systems, analytics and workforce management.
• Experience with Open Meetings Laws and Roberts Rules of Order
• Experience updating web sites and using social media.
• Knowledge of and experience utilizing Artificial Intelligence, while maintaining confidentiality of protected data.
• Ability to read and interpret collective bargaining agreements
• Knowledge of and experience with updating organizational safety, policy & procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of county department activities and resources. 
• Experience with municipal budgeting.
• Strong communication skills including verbal and written.
• Excellent knowledge of modern office practices.
• Strong organizational skills: Advanced MS Excel, Word, Outlook, desktop publishing and web search skills.
• Ability to use good judgment and diplomacy.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Strong email and list experience.
• Ability to read and interpret statutes, and vendor contracts.
• Knowledge of various presentation equipment including installation and application.
• Ability to trouble-shoot technical difficulties. 
• Strong prioritization and research skills.