DIRECTOR II (HUMAN RESOURCES) ID - 12908
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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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Nestled in the heart of eastern North Carolina, the City of Rocky Mount, known as “The Center Of It All”, presents a unique opportunity for a visionary and experienced human resources leader. This vibrant municipality, situated within Edgecombe and Nash counties, serves as the principal city of the Rocky Mount metropolitan area, a region recognized as the “Twin Counties”. As Rocky Mount continues to grow, it seeks a dynamic Director of Human Resources to strategically guide its most valuable asset – its dedicated workforce. This pivotal role offers the chance to not only lead the Human Resources Department, but also to directly contribute to the achievement of the city’s overarching strategic objectives by fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusion, and implementing best practices in talent management. If you are a results-oriented leader with a deep commitment to public service and a proven history of success in human resource management, we invite you to explore this exceptional career opportunity and become an integral part of the Rocky Mount community.
The city of Rocky Mount is located in the Coastal Plains of eastern North Carolina, was incorporated in 1867 and lies in Edgecombe and Nash Counties. Rocky Mount is a two-time All-America City that sits on the Tar River. The city was recognized as one of 10 winners nationwide of the 2020-21 Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health Prize. Serving as the Gateway to Eastern North Carolina, the city’s nearly 1,000 employees serve approximately 54,000 residents daily.
The city’s mission is to advance community well-being, safety and quality of life by delivering excellent public services and actively collaborating with the community toward a fulfilling and inspired future for its citizens. As a publicly owned utility, the city of Rocky Mount is committed to safe, reliable service for its customers and operates in Nash and Edgecombe counties, providing customers with electricity, natural gas, water, wastewater (sewer), refuse, recycling and/or stormwater services
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY: Established at the falls of the Tar River, Rocky Mount is a leading cultural, economic and education center of Eastern North Carolina. With lovely parks and greenways, this city of over 50,000 lies in two counties, Nash and Edgecombe, and is home to North Carolina Wesleyan College as well as Nash and Edgecombe Community colleges. The 165,000 square-foot Rocky Mount Event Center is the region’s premier sports and entertainment venue and the Imperial Centre for the Arts and Sciences, which is housed in a lovingly renovated tobacco warehouse, serves as the community’s cultural gem. The city is served by three major highways: Interstate 95 to its west; U.S. 87 is its main east-west corridor and U.S. 301 (Wesleyan Boulevard) is the main north-south corridor. The city has easy access to Raleigh (55 miles) and the Research Triangle. It is also a twohour drive from Wilmington and the beautiful North Carolina coast. Easy access to major highways and Raleigh-Durham International Airport make Rocky Mount a great place to live and do business. With its temperate climate and proximity to both the North Carolina mountains and Atlantic Ocean beaches, Rocky Mount provides residents with the best of both worlds. Additional information about the city is available at rockymountnc.gov.
ABOUT THE CITY GOVERNMENT: The city of Rocky Mount operates under a council/manager form of government with a city manager, two assistant city managers and 18 departments employing about 1,000 employees. The city manager reports to the Mayor and a seven-member City Council. Holding an Aa2 bond rating and multiple GFOA budget awards, the city has an annual budget of about $300 million, which includes a General Fund, an Electric Fund and a Gas Fund. In addition to traditional municipal departments, Rocky Mount is a member of ElectriCities, has a fixed route transit system, museum and theater. The city also boasts the Rocky Mount Event Center, which has received a Convention South Reader’s Choice award.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
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JOB SUMMARY
NOTE: "Applications review will begin on April 21, 2025, and continue throughout the 30-day posting period."The Human Resources Director serves as the strategic leader of the City’s Human Resources Department, overseeing all aspects of HR operations in a local government setting. This role is responsible for managing recruitment and retention, employee relations, classification and compensation, benefits administration, training and development, and compliance with applicable employment laws and regulations. The Director works closely with city leadership and department heads to support organizational goals, promote a positive work culture, and ensure effective workforce planning and development across all city departments.
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JOB REQUIREMENTS
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- Directs the provision of human resource services for the organization to include benefits administration, workers’ compensation, employee health services, recruitment, classification, compensation and selection, and employee development.
- Supervises staff responsible for delivery of human resource services.
- Counsels, coaches, and directs department heads, supervisors, and employees on policy and procedure, employment law, and disciplinary actions.
- Develops, interprets, and/or makes recommendations for changes to policy and procedures.
- Maintains official personnel records.
- Administers or oversees the administration of human resource programs including, but not limited to, compensation, benefits, and leave; disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations; performance and talent management; performance metrics; productivity, recognition, and morale; occupational health; training and development and recruitment.
- Support management by providing human resources advice, counsel, and decisions on managing employee matters and culture.
- Collaborates with senior leadership to understand the organization’s goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention and delivering HR programs.
- Accomplishes special project results by identifying and clarifying issues and priorities.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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- A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field is required.
- Master’s degree in Human Resources Management (HRM), Business Administration (MBA), or a related field preferred.
- 7–10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a leadership or senior management role.
- Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preferred but not required certifications include SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional), SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources), and PHR (Professional in Human Resources)
- Valid North Carolina driver’s license.
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
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- Knowledge of human resources and employment laws, including EEOC, ADA, HIPPA, and FLSA.
- Knowledge of group dynamics.
- Knowledge of basic benefit administration.
- Knowledge of safety and workers’ compensation.
- Knowledge of job-related software programs.
- Knowledge of the functions, organization, and operations of City government.
- Knowledge of basic accounting practices.
- Knowledge of payroll procedures and related reporting.
- Skill in developing and implementing short- and long-range plans.
- Skill in key performance metrics.
- Skill in establishing priorities and organizing work.
- Skill in operating standard office equipment.
- Skills in oral and written communication.
SUPERVISORY & MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: This position has direct supervision over Human Resources Managers, a Recruitment and Selection Coordinator, a Benefits Coordinator, Health Nurse, Well-Being Coordinator, Policy Analyst, Training Development Specialists, Human Resources Technicians, an Administrative Assistant and an Administrative Support Specialist.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is primarily performed in an office setting within a local government environment. The role involves frequent interaction with city leadership and staff, with occasional attendance at meetings or events outside regular business hours.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: The salary range for this position is $136,339.91 - $218,143.85, annually. Starting salary will depend on experience and qualifications. The city provides an excellent benefits package. To learn more, visit https://www.rockymountnc. gov/376/Employee-Benefits.
TO APPLY: Applicants must complete an online application and upload a resume and cover letter to be considered. The review of applications will begin on April 21, 2025, and will continue throughout the 30-day posting period. To apply, visit https://www.rockymountnc.gov/375/Human-Resources.
NOTE: "Applications review will begin on April 21, 2025, and continue throughout the 30-day posting period."
