Executive Director of Human Resources

Position Information

Position Title: Executive Director of Human Resources 

Department: Human Resources

Division: Administration 

FLSA: Exempt

Salary Range: $150,000 – $170,000 annually

Starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications

Priority Review Date: Monday, November 16, 2026

Applications received by the priority review date will receive first consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Job Summary

The Executive Director of Human Resources is a department head who reports directly to the City Manager and provides strategic leadership for all Human Resources functions. The position oversees recruitment and retention, employee relations, compensation and benefits, payroll administration, workforce training and development, and compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws. The Executive Director ensures that HR programs support the City’s organizational goals, operational needs, and commitment to the City’s Code of Ideals and The Hurst Way.

Essential Job Functions

1. Works with City leadership and employees to support employee engagement, recognition, communication, and a positive workplace culture aligned with the Code of Ideals, The Hurst Way, and City Council's strategic priorities.
2. Directs and manages departmental staff and resources, and oversees the HR budget.
3. Oversees employee relations matters and provides management advice and guidance.
4. Directs the City’s performance evaluation process.
5. Creates and implements HR policies and procedures and ensures legally compliant application citywide.
6. In partnership with the City Manager’s Office, oversees the City’s compensation, benefits, and classification systems, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
7. Coordinates and participates in civil service and collective bargaining activities as assigned.
8. Directs the City’s self-insurance, worker’s compensation, and deferred compensation programs.
9. Oversees payroll administration to ensure accuracy, efficiency and legal compliance.
10. Establishes priorities for employee training and development. 
11. Within the City’s priority-based budgeting initiative, evaluates Human Resources programs, contracts, and expenditures to assess effectiveness and identify efficiencies. 
12. Oversees personnel records management, information security, and records retention practices in coordination with applicable City departments.
13. Coordinates and supports the administration of the City's civil service system, as assigned, in accordance with applicable laws, local civil service rules, and the City's organizational structure.
14. Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Minimum Education, Certification, and Experience Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Work is primarily performed in an office environment and requires regular interaction with employees, supervisors, executive leadership, and members of the public. The position may require attendance at meetings outside standard business hours and the ability to respond to time-sensitive or confidential organizational matters.

While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is rarely exposed to disagreeable environmental factors.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.