Assistant Director of HR - People-First Library Leader

CARROLL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY; New Windsor (MD); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Carroll County Public Library is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Human Resources to lead HR operations and act as the HR authority during the Director’s absence. The role focuses on benefits, leave administration, compliance, recruitment, HRIS, and employee relations in a mission-driven library system.

A bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and 5+ years of progressive HR experience are required; SHRM certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including supervisory roles.
• Experience with benefits, leave administration, employment law and compliance.
• Strong communication, discretion and problem-solving skills.
• SHRM certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support HR operations including benefits, leave, compliance and recruitment.
• Advise managers, supervise staff, and coordinate retirement programs.
• Oversee HRIS administration and data integrity.
• Develop policies, monitor budgets, and drive process improvements.
• Represent HR in system-wide and state-level groups and initiatives.
• Support employee relations, performance management, and training.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Compliance

Budgeting

Project management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Carroll County Public Library is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Human Resources to lead HR operations and act as the HR authority during the Director’s absence. The role focuses on benefits, leave administration, compliance, recruitment, HRIS, and employee relations in a mission-driven library system.

A bachelor’s degree in HR or related field and 5+ years of progressive HR experience are required; SHRM certification is preferred.