Deputy Director of Human Resources

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG); Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) is seeking a seasoned HR leader to assist the Human Resources Director in shaping strategic initiatives and directing operations across the division. Responsibilities include talent acquisition, classification, compensation and benefits, risk management, and policy interpretation; the role manages budgeting and reports on HR metrics.

This exempt position requires a bachelor's degree and extensive HR management experience, with a competitive

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the job.
• Eight years of related experience, of which four years must be human resources management experience.
• Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience.
• Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education.

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and directs the staff and activities of the division of Human Resources and its functional areas, to include: Talent Management; Employee and Labor Relations/Training; Risk Management, Safety and Loss Control; Policy Development; Compensation/Classification and Benefits
• Serves as a member of the division's management team by participating in strategic planning for existing and future staffing, equipment, material needs and overall direction of the division
• Develops and implements programs, policies and procedures for the division and as a team member in broad program areas
• Oversees budget preparation, presents justification for budget requests and monitors expenditures for operational efficiency
• Meets with department/division heads, staff members, job applicants, employees and the general public to discuss issues relative to human resources policies, procedures and regulations
• Provides analytic reports; refines human resources information system to determine effect of current policies on compensation, recruiting, benefits and employee relations
• Acts as the division director in the absence of the Director of Human Resources
• Performs related work as assigned

Skills

HR management experience

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in a field related to the job

Job description

• The minimum salary is $97,073.60 annually.
• This position is not eligible for overtime (exempt); however, the city has a compensatory time leave program for employees that grants leave time for hours worked in excess of 40 hours.
• Pay Grade 531

FILING DEADLINE DATE

The deadline to apply is Monday, Oct. 12, 2026.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this classification is to assist the Human Resources Director in formulating strategic initiatives and in directing operational and tactical objectives throughout the Division of Human Resources. Administering all aspects of the human resources function, to include risk management, safety and loss control, policy interpretation, talent acquisition, classification, compensation, and benefits for both civil service and bargaining unit employees.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in a field related to the job
• Eight years of related experience, of which four years must be human resources management experience
• Additional years of related education may substitute for years of experience
• Additional years of related experience may substitute for years of education

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Plans, organizes and directs the staff and activities of the division of Human Resources and its functional areas, to include: Talent Management; Employee and Labor Relations/Training; Risk Management, Safety and Loss Control; Policy Development; Compensation/Classification and Benefits
• Serves as a member of the division's management team by participating in strategic planning for existing and future staffing, equipment, material needs and overall direction of the division
• Develops and implements programs, policies and procedures for the division and as a team member in broad program areas
• Oversees budget preparation, presents justification for budget requests and monitors expenditures for operational efficiency
• Meets with department/division heads, staff members, job applicants, employees and the general public to discuss issues relative to human resources policies, procedures and regulations
• Provides analytic reports; refines human resources information system to determine effect of current policies on compensation, recruiting, benefits and employee relations
• Acts as the division director in the absence of the Director of Human Resources
• Performs related work as assigned

SPECIAL LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

All certifications and licenses must be maintained as a condition of employment.

• Valid Driver's License
• PHR or SPHR preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All positions require drug testing and background check before employment and may require a post-job offer physical as stated in Ordinances 21-14(b), 22-13 and 23-16.

Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government offers an outstanding benefits package. Links to our most popular benefits are below:

• Health and wellness benefits
• Paid and unpaid time off benefits
• Direct deposit is required of all employees.

CLOSING STATEMENT

The LFUCG is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer, and as such is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay and other aspects of employment.

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