Job Title:

Human Resource Director

Department:

Human Resources

FLSA:

Exempt

Pay Grade:

G17

Effective:

September 2021

Revised:

January 2026

Position Summary

The Human Resource Director will plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and staff of the Human Resource (HR) department, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the organization’s mission and talent strategy. The Human Resource Director works under the supervision of the City Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages position control for the City.
• Oversee the daily workflow of the human resource programs and coordinates with Finance Department.
• Identifying, evaluating and solving hiring challenges
• Recruiting top talent to executive positions
• Mediating and suggesting solutions to employee disputes (grievances)
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Interviewing potential candidates and making recommendations
• Compiling information about compensation and benefits packages based on market data
• Manages and administers the Benefits Program for the City.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with senior leadership to understand the organizations goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
• Plans and lead, develop, coordinate, and implement policies, processes, training, initiatives, and surveys to support the organization’s human resource compliance and strategy needs.
• Administers or oversee the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health and safety; training and development; and FEMA certifications for all staff as necessary.
• Serve as chair of the safety committee and coordinate with other departments to enhance City-wide awareness of risk management and safety-related issues.
• Oversee the administration of the risk management and liability policies. Develops and implements risk and safety management goals and procedures.
• Oversee or administer the Worker’s Compensation claims and audits.
• Identifies staffing and recruiting needs; develops and executes best practices for hiring and talent management.
• Oversee and implements all areas of the human resource information system (HRIS) for the City.
• Conducts research and analysis of organizational trends including review of reports and metrics from the organizations human resource information system (HRIS) or talent management system.
• Furnishes information, such as reference documents and statistical data concerning labor legislation, labor market conditions, prevailing union and management practices, wage and salary surveys, and employee benefits programs, for use in review of current contract provisions and proposed changes.
• Attend conferences and public and professional meetings, as necessary.
• Facilitates professional development, training, and certification activities for HR staff.
• Monitors and ensures the organizations compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.
• Manage the HR department’s budget and resources to ensure efficient operations.
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Effective and clear verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills to oversee the HR department and work with all employees within the company
• Project and time management skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials regardless of race, religion, age, sex, disability, or political affiliation.
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public human resources management including selection practices, collective bargaining, affirmative action, and equal employment opportunity.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations HRIS and talent management systems.

Education and/or Experience:

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
• At least five years of human resource management experience required.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP required.
• HRCI certification preferred as well.

Environment & Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel in this position.

An individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.