Human Resources Director

County of Davidson; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Davidson seeks a Human Resources Director to plan, direct, and lead the HR department for County Government. This onsite role in Lexington, NC, will align HR initiatives with strategic goals while overseeing a comprehensive HR program.

You will supervise recruitment, employee relations, training, classification and compensation, benefits, safety, risk management, and HRIS, guiding management on employee relations and policy adherence.

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred in HR, public administration, or a related field.
• Minimum five years of supervisory or management experience, preferably in local government.
• Valid North Carolina Driver License is required.
• Professional HR certifications (IPMA-SCP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the work of HR department staff.
• Develop and implement the HR department vision, mission, goals, and objectives.
• Prepare the annual HR budget request and monitor expenditures.
• Monitor department workflow to ensure procedures are followed and programs are coordinated.
• Consult with county management and other directors on HR planning.
• Interview applicants; hire staff; manage performance; conduct appraisals.
• Identify training needs based on job requirements.
• Appear before the Board of County Commissioners to present policies and initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain personnel policies with Board approval.
• Direct and supervise personnel actions and documentation (appointments, transfers, separations, pay adjustments).
• Coordinate with department directors on employee relations, policy adherence, and employment law.
• Respond to inquiries, concerns, and complaints; address appeals and resolutions.
• Direct and supervise applicant tracking and recruiting programs.
• Direct and supervise classification and compensation plan administration.
• Direct and supervise safety programs and workers’ compensation.
• Conduct supervisory training and support employee development.

Skills

Knowledge of county government

Public personnel administration

Policy analysis and evaluation

Leadership and team management

Strategic planning

Risk management and safety programs

Communication skills

Recruitment and staffing strategies

Education

Master’s degree (preferred) in human resources, public administration, or related field

Five years of supervisory or management experience

Valid North Carolina Driver License

IPMA-SCP / SHRM-SCP / SPHR certification preferred

Tools

HRIS

Job description

County of Davidson is seeking a Human Resources Director to plan, direct, and lead the Human Resources department for County Government. In this onsite role in Lexington, NC, you will align HR solutions and initiatives with the County’s strategic goals while overseeing a comprehensive human resource management program. Your leadership will span recruitment, employee relations, training and development, classification and compensation, benefits, safety and risk management, and HRIS.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct the work of Human Resources department staff.
• Develop and implement the Human Resources department vision, mission, goals, and objectives.
• Prepare the annual Human Resources budget request and monitor and control approved departmental expenditures.
• Continuously monitor department workflow and workload to ensure processes and procedures are followed and programs are coordinated.
• Consult with county management and other department directors to assess objectives and support strategic HR planning.
• Interview applicants; hire departmental staff; manage and evaluate staff performance; conduct performance appraisals.
• Identify training needs based on job requirements and changes.
• Appear before the Board of County Commissioners to present and explain proposed policies, programs, benefits, or initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and maintain personnel policies with Board of County Commissioners approval.
• Direct and supervise personnel actions and documentation, including records and files for appointments, transfers, promotions, separations, pay adjustments, and related actions.
• Coordinate with and advise department directors on employee relations, performance management, policy adherence, employment law, and best practices.
• Receive and respond to employee inquiries, concerns, and complaints; address appeals and facilitate resolutions.
• Direct and supervise applicant tracking and recruiting programs.
• Direct and supervise administration of the position classification and compensation plan.
• Direct and supervise safety programs and policies, and monitor the self-funded worker compensation program.
• Conduct supervisory training and support employee development programs.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Thorough knowledge of the functions of County government.
• Thorough knowledge of public personnel administration, organizational theory, and culture.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable federal and employment laws and regulations.
• Thorough knowledge of program analysis and evaluation, including development and administration.
• Thorough knowledge of human resources program operations, position classification and design, training, policy administration, and employee relations.
• Thorough knowledge of risk management theories and practices as applied to property and casualty insurance, workers’ compensation law, insurance law, and environmental law.
• Ability to prioritize, manage, and coordinate multiple projects.
• Ability to analyze and interpret policy and procedures and maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to recommend and implement HR goals, objectives, and practices for effective and efficient HR services to the County.
• Ability to research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures, and techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively and support recommendations with facts, orally and in writing.
• Ability to analyze information, prepare detailed documentation, recommendations, and reports.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county officials, associates, and the public.
• Ability to negotiate effectively with outside agencies and professionals.
• Ability to develop and administer recruiting programs to maintain an adequate applicant supply across County departments.
• Ability to encourage and exercise leadership in effective HR administration across all County departments.

Education, Experience, and Credentials

• Master’s degree (preferred) from an accredited college or university in human resources, business administration, or public administration.
• Five years of experience, including supervisory or management experience, preferably in local government.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Valid North Carolina Driver License.
• Certification as IPMA-SCP, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR is preferred.

Technology

• HRIS

Physical and Work Requirements

• Duties are primarily sedentary, with occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds.
• Regularly requires sitting, speaking or hearing, and using hands and fingers to handle or feel.
• Frequently requires repetitive motions; occasionally requires standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, and pushing or pulling.
• Requires extended periods of time viewing a computer monitor and operating a keyboard.
• Requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, observing general surroundings and activities.
• Very limited exposure to environmental conditions.
• May include operation of a motor vehicle.

Special Requirements

• Requires a proactive approach to addressing county department needs and the capacity to strategically plan for emerging operational requirements.
• Essential duties are not limited to the listed description; additional duties and responsibilities may be required.