Chief People & Talent Officer

St. Mary's County Metropolitan Commission; California (MD); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Marys County Metropolitan Commission is seeking an experienced human resources strategist to plan and direct HR programs. You will develop policies, manage benefits, lead workforce planning, talent development, engagement, and compliance, reporting to the Executive Director.

The role emphasizes policy implementation, records management, and risk mitigation. Required qualifications include a Bachelors degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or a Masters with 3+ years, and PHR or SHRM

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree plus five or more years of relevant experience or Masters degree plus three or more years of relevant experience
• PHR or SHRM certification required

Responsibilities

• Develop HR policies and procedures and ensure effective implementation across the organization.
• Manage employee benefits programs (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, annuity) and insurance plans.
• Oversee recruitment and talent acquisition strategies, onboarding, performance management and succession planning.
• Maintain personnel records and ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Advise managers on employment law, regulatory matters and employee relations.
• Promote employee engagement and organizational culture across departments.

Skills

Employment law

HR management

Policies & procedures

Communication

Confidentiality

Multitasking

Education

Bachelors degree

Masters degree

Tools

PHR or SHRM certification

Job description

St. Marys County Metropolitan Commission is seeking an experienced human resources strategist to plan and direct HR programs. You will develop policies, manage benefits, lead workforce planning, talent development, engagement, and compliance, reporting to the Executive Director.

The role emphasizes policy implementation, records management, and risk mitigation. Required qualifications include a Bachelors degree with 5+ years of relevant experience or a Masters with 3+ years, and PHR or SHRM