The Role
Provides strategic and operational HR leadership for Big Horn County, advising officials and department heads on employee relations, labor negotiations, compliance, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, performance management, records, safety, and workers’ compensation. Oversees HR policies, investigations, grievances, disciplinary actions, compensation structures, and collaboration with payroll while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
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Human Resources Director — Hardin, MT
• Position Overview: The Human Resources Director provides strategic and operational leadership for all HR functions across Big Horn County. Responsible for aligning human capital strategies with county policies and state and federal employment laws, managing full-lifecycle recruitment, labor relations, employee performance, compliance, and benefits administration. Seeks a candidate who combines public‑sector HR technical knowledge with empathy and strong interpersonal skills to foster a supportive, compliant workplace culture.
• Key Responsibilities & Functional Domains:
• Strategic HR Leadership & Employee Relations (High Priority — Soft Skills): Serve as trusted advisor to County Commissioners, Department Heads, and Elected Officials on personnel matters; promote a supportive, inclusive workplace culture; review, investigate, and resolve grievances, workplace complaints, and Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) claims; guide disciplinary actions, Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs), and terminations; participate in collective bargaining and labor contract negotiations.
• Compliance, Policy & Records Management: Ensure compliance with state and federal labor regulations (including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, Workers' Compensation, and prevailing wage standards); maintain and update the County Employee Handbook, job descriptions, and salary structures; oversee accurate personnel record-keeping in the HRIS and confidential drug/alcohol testing files; ensure required federal, state, and county employment posters/notices are displayed and maintained.
• Recruitment, Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Oversee end-to-end recruitment and hiring with department leads; conduct pre-employment vetting (background checks, drug screenings, eligibility verification); direct new hire orientation and retention programs.
• Benefits, Payroll Support & Operations: Oversee benefits administration and open enrollment; manage benefits offboarding; collaborate with Payroll for wage and benefit processing; prepare annual salary and benefit expense projections for the Board of Commissioners; manage safety, injury prevention, and workers' compensation follow-up programs.
• Candidate Requirement Profile:
• Minimum & Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required; 2+ years of progressive HR management experience preferred (public or private sector); HRCI (PHR/SPHR) or SHRM (SHRM-CP/SCP) certification strongly preferred; valid driver's license with insurable driving record required; must pass pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening.
• Core Competencies & Skills: Technical HR knowledge (FMLA, ADA, FLSA, HRIS platforms, labor negotiations); high emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, diplomacy, and tact; proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and public sector database management.
• Location: Hardin, MT
• Equal Opportunity & Compliance: Big Horn County is committed to creating an inclusive workplace in compliance with applicable laws and welcomes qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- Progressive HR management experience of at least 2 years
- HRCI PHR or SPHR certification
- SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification
- Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record
- Successful pre-employment criminal background check
- Successful pre-employment drug screening
- Knowledge of FMLA, ADA, FLSA, HRIS platforms, and labor negotiations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
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