Human Resources Director

The City of Columbia is seeking a strategic, experienced Human Resources Director to provide executive leadership over HR operations, total rewards, and workforce development. Reporting to the City Manager, the HR Director serves as a key advisor on workforce strategy, labor relations, regulartory compliance, and financial stewardship of the City's self-funded health plan. Strategic Leadership and Advisory: - Directs HR operations, budget, and policy development and administration. - Collaborates with leadership to align HR strategy with City priorities. Labor Relations and EEO: - Serves as EEO officer. - Oversees complex employee investigations, grievances, and complaints. - Serves as a key member of the City's labor negotiating team. Self-Funded Health Plan Administration: - Exercises oversight ocer the self-funded health plan. Talent Acquisition and Compensation: - Directs citywide workforce selection and hiring processes, retention strategies, classification and pay plan, market analyses, and total rewards programs. Education and Experience: - Bachelor's degree in HR, Public Administration, Labor Relations, or a related field. - 9+ years in public sector HR or municipal administration, including previous supervisory experience. Certifications and Licenses: - PSHRA-SCP or SHRM-SCP - Valid drivers license. Residency: - Residency within City limits is preferred, but not required.