Executive Director of Human Resources

ADP, Inc.; Hurst (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hurst, TX is seeking an Executive Director of Human Resources to serve as a department head reporting to the City Manager. The role provides strategic leadership for all HR functions, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, compensation and benefits, payroll, training, and legal compliance to support the City's Code of Ideals and The Hurst Way.

Key duties include directing HR staff and budget, shaping policies, managing performance evaluations, and ensuring citywide policy

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, Public Admin, Public Policy, Public Affairs, or related field.
• 7 years progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in management.
• Municipal government/public agency experience preferred.
• HR certification preferred (HRCI, SHRM, TMHRA, ICMA, or other relevant credentials).
• CJIS requirements: no disqualifying offenses in last 10 years; certain convictions permanent disqualifiers.
• Pre-employment screenings including criminal background, credit check, drug screen; Texas driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Support employee engagement, recognition, communication, and positive workplace culture.
• Direct HR staff, resources, and HR budget oversight.
• Oversee employee relations and provide guidance to supervisors.
• Direct the City’s performance evaluation process.
• Create and implement HR policies ensuring legal citywide compliance.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and job classification systems.
• Coordinate civil service and collective bargaining activities as assigned.
• Direct self-insurance, workers’ compensation, and deferred compensation programs.
• Oversee payroll administration for accuracy and compliance.
• Set priorities for employee training and development.
• Evaluate HR programs and contracts within priority-based budgeting.
• Oversee personnel records management and data security.
• Support civil service administration per laws and city structure.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Public sector HR knowledge

Strategic HR advice

Employee relations leadership

Confidentiality

Office software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

7+ years HR experience with 5+ years in management

Municipal government/public agency experience preferred

HR certification preferred (HRCI/SHRM/ICMA, etc.)

CJIS/security compliance

Job description

Human Resources Regular Full-Time Senior Management Hurst, TX, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1954

Salary Range: $150,000.00 To $170,000.00 Annually

Position Information

Position Title: Executive Director of Human Resources

Department: Human Resources

Division: Administration

FLSA: Exempt

Salary Range:$150,000 – $170,000 annually

Starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications

Priority Review Date:Monday, November 16, 2026

Applications received by the priority review date will receive first consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Job Summary

The Executive Director of Human Resources is a department head who reports directly to the City Manager and provides strategic leadership for all Human Resources functions. The position oversees recruitment and retention, employee relations, compensation and benefits, payroll administration, workforce training and development, and compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws. The Executive Director ensures that HR programs support the City’s organizational goals, operational needs, and commitment to the City’s Code of Ideals and The Hurst Way.

Essential Job Functions

• Works with City leadership and employees to support employee engagement, recognition, communication, and a positive workplace culture aligned with the Code of Ideals, The Hurst Way, and City Council's strategic priorities.
• Directs and manages departmental staff and resources, and oversees the HR budget.
• Oversees employee relations matters and provides management advice and guidance.
• Directs the City’s performance evaluation process.
• Creates and implements HR policies and procedures and ensures legally compliant application citywide.
• In partnership with the City Manager’s Office, oversees the City’s compensation, benefits, and classification systems, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Coordinates and participates in civil service and collective bargaining activities as assigned.
• Directs the City’s self-insurance, worker’s compensation, and deferred compensation programs.
• Oversees payroll administration to ensure accuracy, efficiency and legal compliance.
• Establishes priorities for employee training and development.
• Within the City’s priority-based budgeting initiative, evaluates Human Resources programs, contracts, and expenditures to assess effectiveness and identify efficiencies.
• Oversees personnel records management, information security, and records retention practices in coordination with applicable City departments.
• Coordinates and supports the administration of the City's civil service system, as assigned, in accordance with applicable laws, local civil service rules, and the City's organizational structure.
• Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage complex projects and competing responsibilities.
• A deep understanding of contemporary public sector human resources practices and associated legal dynamics.
• Ability to provide sound, strategic counsel on complex and sensitive human resources issues to the City Manager, Assistant City Managers, and others in the City organization.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to handle employee relations matters, provide sound guidance to supervisors, and promote fair and consistent application of City policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive employee and organizational information.
• Ability to sit for extended periods and operate standard office equipment, including a computer, keyboard, telephone, and printer.

Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Public Administration, Public Policy, Public Affairs, or a related field is required.
• Seven years of progressively responsible human resources experience required, including at least five years of management experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Previous experience in a municipal government or public agency setting is strongly preferred.
• Professional Human Resources certification or credential from a recognized HR certification organization preferred (HRCI, SHRM, PSHRA, TMHRA, ICMA, or other comparable credentials relevant to the position).
• Due to Criminal Justice Information Security (CJIS) requirements, the candidate must never have been convicted, put on court-ordered community supervision, or probation for any criminal offense above the grade of Class B misdemeanor or a Class B misdemeanor within the last ten years from the date of the court order. Class A Misdemeanor Conviction, Deferred Adjudication, or Felony Conviction are permanent disqualifiers.
• Must pass all pre-employment screenings including a criminal background check, credit check, drug screen and have a valid Texas driver’s license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Work is primarily performed in an office environment and requires regular interaction with employees, supervisors, executive leadership, and members of the public. The position may require attendance at meetings outside standard business hours and the ability to respond to time-sensitive or confidential organizational matters.

While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is rarely exposed to disagreeable environmental factors.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.