Public Sector HR Director - Strategic Leader & Advisor

Winona County, MN; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Winona County, MN is seeking a Human Resources Director to oversee the county's HR system, lead recruitment, compensation, labor relations, and staff development. You will advise the County Administrator and work with department heads to ensure compliant personnel practices.

The role requires a four-year degree in HR or related field with supervisory experience and a background in public sector employment law. This is a high-responsibility, office-based position.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Human Resources Management, Business/Public Administration, or related field with three years of progressively responsible work experience in HR; or five years related experience.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in labor relations.
• Skills in interpersonal communication including speaking, presenting and interacting with composure, professionalism and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all Human Resources functions and operations, including recruitment, compensation/benefits, labor relations, payroll, training, compliance, HRIS and records management, and risk management; provides leadership and development for HR staff.
• Serves as the County's chief advisor on human resources matters, ensuring compliance with employment laws, labor agreements, personnel policies, payroll regulations, data privacy laws, and administrative procedures.
• Develops and administers personnel policies, compensation strategies, and workforce initiatives.
• Directs employee and retiree benefits programs, including insurance, wellness, workers' compensation, unemployment, and Section 125 plans; oversees vendor negotiations and plan evaluations.
• Leads labor relations activities, including collective bargaining, contract administration, grievance resolution, mediation, and interpretation of labor agreements.
• Oversees county-wide recruitment, onboarding, training, leadership development, compliance, workplace safety, and employee development initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Labor negotiations

Problem solving under stress

Written communication

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelors degree in HR/Business/Public Administration or related field

Job description

Winona County, MN is seeking a Human Resources Director to oversee the county's HR system, lead recruitment, compensation, labor relations, and staff development. You will advise the County Administrator and work with department heads to ensure compliant personnel practices.

The role requires a four-year degree in HR or related field with supervisory experience and a background in public sector employment law. This is a high-responsibility, office-based position.