Public Sector HR Director: Strategy & Labor Relations

Winona County; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 200,000 - 264,000; Full time

Job summary

Winona County is seeking a Human Resources Director to oversee the county’s HR functions, including staffing, compensation, payroll, and HRIS, and provide guidance to the County Administrator and Board.

The role leads labor relations, policy development, and workforce initiatives, with emphasis on compliance and employee engagement. Requires a four-year degree in HR or related field and strong supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in HR or related field with three years of progressively responsible work in HR management.
• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience.
• Experience in labor relations and contract interpretation.
• Strong interpersonal communication, written and verbal.
• Ability to collect and analyze data and make sound decisions.
• Knowledge of laws governing public sector employment and HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all HR functions, including staffing, compensation, payroll, and HRIS.
• Serves as chief advisor on HR matters to County Administrator and Board.
• Develops and administers policies, compensation strategies, and workforce initiatives.
• Leads labor relations, collective bargaining, grievances, and contract administration.
• Oversees recruitment, onboarding, training, and leadership development.

Skills

Labor relations

Budgeting

HRIS

Recruitment

Employee relations

Policy development

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR Management, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

MS Office

HRIS software

Job description

Winona County is seeking a Human Resources Director to oversee the county’s HR functions, including staffing, compensation, payroll, and HRIS, and provide guidance to the County Administrator and Board.

The role leads labor relations, policy development, and workforce initiatives, with emphasis on compliance and employee engagement. Requires a four-year degree in HR or related field and strong supervisory experience.