HR Director

Gregg County; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Gregg County is seeking an experienced HR leader to direct the Human Resources Department, guiding strategy, staff, and budget while ensuring compliance with federal and Texas employment laws. The role involves advising county officials on personnel policies, employee relations, and compensation programs.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and 5+ years of HR experience, including supervisory responsibilities, with strong knowledge of public-sector hiring and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, public administration, business administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible HR experience, including at least 3 years in supervisory/leadership roles.
• Experience with employee relations, investigations, disciplinary matters, policy development, benefits, compensation, recruitment, and employment-law compliance.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise HR Department operations, staff, budget, and priorities.
• Advise Commissioners Court, officials, and department heads on personnel policies, employee relations, discipline, compensation, benefits, and practices.
• Develop, interpret, and administer county HR policies, classifications, pay practices, and related programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal and Texas employment laws including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, EEOC, workers' comp, and public-sector requirements.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, succession planning, and separations.

Skills

Employee relations

Policy development

Leadership & supervision

Compensation & benefits

Confidentiality & ethics

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/public admin

Tools

Workday HCM

Job description

Essential Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise Human Resources Department operations, staff, budget, and work priorities.
• Advise Commissioners Court, elected officials, and department heads on personnel policies, employee relations, discipline, compensation, benefits, and employment practices.
• Develop, recommend, interpret, and administer County human resources policies, procedures, classifications, pay practices, and related programs.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal and Texas employment laws, including FLSA, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, EEOC requirements, workers' compensation, and applicable public-sector requirements.
• Oversee recruitment, selection, onboarding, performance management, employee development, succession planning, and separation processes.
• Administer employee benefits programs and coordinate with vendors, insurers, payroll, risk management, and legal counsel as appropriate.
• Lead employee-relations matters, investigations, grievance and complaint processes, and workplace conflict resolution; document matters thoroughly and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Maintain accurate, secure personnel records and HR information systems; prepare reports, analyses, and recommendations for County leadership.
• Monitor legislation, court decisions, and professional practices affecting county employment; recommend timely policy or operational changes.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in human resources, public administration, business administration, organizational leadership, or a closely related field.
• At least five years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including at least three years in a supervisory, management, or senior leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience with employee relations, investigations, disciplinary matters, policy development, benefits, compensation, recruitment, and employment-law compliance.
• Thorough knowledge of federal and Texas employment laws and regulations applicable to public employment.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally, analyze complex personnel issues, make sound recommendations, and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Valid Texas driver license, or ability to obtain one within 90 days of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.
• Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), IPMA-SCP, or comparable professional certification.
• Human resources leadership experience in county, municipal, state, school-district, or other public-sector government.
• Experience with governmental benefits, retirement, payroll or timekeeping systems, risk management, and Commissioners Court or board-level presentations.
• Experience with WorkDay HCM software highly desired.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

The successful candidate will have a working command of public-sector HR management; employment-law compliance; compensation, classification, and benefits administration; personnel investigations; records management; and supervisory practices. The candidate must be able to build effective professional relationships across independently elected offices and departments, manage competing priorities, prepare clear written materials, use sound judgment, and exercise fairness, integrity, and discretion.

Work Environment and Employment Conditions

Work is primarily performed in a professional office setting with routine use of standard office equipment. The position may require attendance at Commissioners Court meetings, trainings, and other County functions. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment screening and verification requirements. Gregg County is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law.

Nestled in the heart of East Texas, Gregg County is a vibrant community rich in history, culture, and hospitality. Established in 1873, the county is home to a diverse population of over 120,000 residents who proudly call this area their home. Gregg County serves as a dynamic hub for commerce, education, and recreation, offering a welcoming environment for families, businesses, and visitors alike.