HR Director

Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Position Title: HR Director

Department: Human Resources

Salary: $102,648 - $113,152

Pay Grade: 24

Workday & Hours: (Monday-Friday Full-Time 8:00-4:30pm Salaried Position)

Benefits Eligibility:

Eligible Health - Dental - Vision - Life Insurance - EAP Program - Retirement APERS -Arkansas Public Employees Retirement System

Vacation, Sick time, Holiday time

Twelve Holidays a year + Employee Birthday (Thirteen total)

Job Summary:

The Human Resources Director is an upper level management position under the general supervision of the Chief of Staff of the County Judge is responsible for the continued operation and management of all Human Resource concerns for Washington County. The Human Resource Director will plan, lead, direct, develop, and coordinate the policies, activities, and staff of the Human Resource (HR) department, ensuring legal compliance and implementation of the county’s mission and talent strategy. The purpose of this position is to oversee and direct the activities of the County’s Human Resource Department and align HR objectives and programs to the objectives and strategies of each Elected Official. This is accomplished by creating and organizing HR strategies, designing and implementing policies and procedures for the department, creating and developing effective teams, developing and submitting plans and budgets for review and approval, and assisting with negotiating HR related vendor contracts. The Human Resource Director also establishes the HR service(s) framework for the county.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required, this position is subject to pre-employment, random drug and reasonable suspicion testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Required Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree from four-year accredited college or university (major in Human Resources Management or related areas preferred). Masters’ Degree in Human Resources preferred and can be substituted for years of experience.
• Prior public government experience preferred.
• At least six years of human resource management experience required.
• Professional SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP highly preferred
• Experience with benefits administration practices, classification/compensation principles and practices, and training and development.
• Position also requires exceptional leadership, management, oral/written communication and interpersonal skills; a demonstrated history of supervising HR operations, administering comprehensive human resource plans and strategies; and a proven record of building strong relationships with Elected Officials, JP's, staff, state and private-sector partners, and the community.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for Washington County jobs and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.washingtoncountyar.gov

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting:

https://www.washingtoncountyar.gov/Sys/Sso/Login?ReturnUrl=%2fSys%2fSso%2fDashboard%2fJobApplication%2fApply%3fjobID%3d4211%26BackURL%3d%2fHome%2fComponents%2fJobPosts%2fJob%2f4211%2f25 or call 479-444-1700.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.