Human Resources Director

Jefferson County; Jefferson (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson County is seeking a motivated HR professional to promote and implement human resources values and initiatives across the organization. This role leads HR programs and ensures compliance with laws and regulations across the County.

You will serve as a strategic advisor, collaborating with County leadership to align HR practices with the mission, vision, and operational goals, covering employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, recruitment, and workers' compensation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading HR programs and initiatives.
• Knowledge of Federal and State employment laws (FMLA, EEO, WC, FLSA, HIPAA, COBRA).
• Strong advisory skills and ability to align HR practices with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Oversees recruitment, onboarding, and training to attract and retain a skilled workforce.
• Supervises HR staff, including performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary guidance.
• Develops and maintains County-wide HR policies, ensuring compliance with Federal and State regulations.
• Advises management and employees on HR issues, providing guidance on performance and employee relations.
• Leads investigations into employee conduct and workplace issues, recommending disciplinary action.

Job description

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Jefferson County is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual to promote and implement human resources values and initiatives across Jefferson County. This person will be responsible for leading HR programs and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations, this role encompasses employee relations, compensation, benefits, training, recruitment, and worker's compensation. They will serve as a strategic advisor and will collaborate with County leadership to align HR practices with Jefferson County's mission, vision, and operational goals.

SOME ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

You will be successful in this role by completing the following tasks and responsibilities:

• Oversees recruitment, selection, onboarding, and training processes to attract and retain a skilled workforce. Provides strategic direction on workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development in partnership with department heads.
• Supervises HR staff, including performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary guidance. Leads team development by fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professionalism.
• Develops and maintains County-wide HR policies, including compliance with Federal and State regulations (e.g., FMLA, EEO, WC, FLSA, HIPAA, COBRA). Monitors legislative changes to ensure the County's HR practices remain compliant and serves as the designated EEO Officer.
• Advises management and employees on HR issues, offering guidance and resolution on performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, and other employee relations matters.
• Leads investigations into employee conduct and workplace issues, recommending disciplinary action as appropriate.