Human Resources Director

City of East Peoria; North Carolina; On-site; USD 106,000 - 116,000; Full time

Job summary

City of East Peoria seeks a knowledgeable Human Resources Director to serve as a trusted advisor on personnel matters, collaborating with department heads, the city administrator, and elected officials to guide HR programs within a commission form of government.

The role oversees benefits administration, risk management, workers’ compensation, and regulatory compliance, with a focus on consistent, lawful personnel practices and constructive employee relations.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in HR, Public Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible HR experience.
• Professional certification such as SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage key HR functions including benefits administration, risk management, workers’ compensation, and regulatory compliance.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, policy interpretation, and personnel practices to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Collaborate with the HR Generalist and department leaders, city administrator, and elected officials to support HR programs and practices.
• Support a professional and effective workplace environment in a commission-form government, ensuring alignment with laws and regulations.

Skills

HR leadership

Employee relations

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

Human Resources Director

The City of East Peoria is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative Human Resources Director to serve as a trusted resource on a wide range of personnel matters. In this role, you will work closely with department heads, the city administrator, and elected officials to provide guidance, recommendations, and support on human resources programs and practices within a commission form of government. This position plays an important role in ensuring HR processes are compliant, consistent, and aligned with the City’s operational needs while supporting a professional and effective workplace environment.

The Human Resources Director is responsible for the administration and management of key human resources functions, including benefits administration, risk management, workers’ compensation, and regulatory compliance, in coordination with the HR Generalist. The position also provides guidance on employee relations, policy interpretation, and personnel practices, ensuring consistency in application and adherence to applicable laws and regulations.

This opportunity is suited for a human resources professional who demonstrates sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to navigate complex employee relations and policy matters. The successful candidate will possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, a thorough understanding of employment laws and HR best practices, and the ability to provide practical, well‑reasoned guidance to leadership. Experience in public sector or union environments is preferred.

A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, or a related field is required, along with a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible HR experience. Professional certification such as SHRM-CP/SCP or PHR/SPHR is preferred. The salary range for this position is $106,000 to $116,000 per year, depending on qualifications and experience (DOQE). Residency within twenty‑five (25) miles of the City’s corporate limits is required within one year of employment. A conditional offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a physical, background investigation, and drug screening in accordance with City policy.

This position will remain open until filled.

The City of East Peoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer.