Job Description

Albemarle County is seeking a Deputy Director of Human Resources that will work closely with the Director to provide strategic HR support to the organization across County departments and partner agencies and offices. The Deputy Director must have a strong background in Human Resources, including strategic planning, management, employee development, and hands-on technical experience, including total compensation. The incumbent must also possess excellent organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a focus on customer service and staff development. Position is open until filled with first review of applicants on 8/25/2023. All Albemarle County employees must maintain residence in the Commonwealth of Virginia. EOE.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervises assigned HR staff, including program managers

• Serves as the day-to-day operational manager for the department

• Supports the organization and the Director of Human Resources by assessing the organization\'s needs, devising HR solutions that meet those needs, and implementing strategies in various areas such as recruitment, employee relations, Federal and State compliance, diversity and inclusion, performance management, training and development, and employee safety;

• Oversees HR functions encompassing the employment lifecycle;

• Oversees Compliance-driven projects, programming, and training;

• Serves as project manager for assigned initiatives and work groups;

• Oversees complex and politically sensitive personnel investigations;

• Analyzes key performance indicators to identify trends and develop innovative solutions in collaboration with County departments and agencies;

• Drives process improvements and innovation to streamline work and improve efficiency and quality of HR service delivery;

• Responsible for overall leadership and development of assigned HR staff, including analyzing workloads, providing guidance/ decision-making, overseeing projects and workplans, and performance management;

• Prepares reports and presentations for County leadership and the Board of Supervisors as assigned;

• Acts on behalf of the Director of Human Resources in his/her absence, and as authorized;

• Performs related tasks as required.

• Bachelor\'s degree in business, human resources, or related field;

• 8+ years of progressive human resources experience, to include supervision of HR staff;

• 5+ years of experience managing employees

• Local or State Government, or work with non-profit governing board experience

• Human Resources certification such as SPHR, IPMA-SCP, or SHRM-SCP

• Experience with HRIS or Enterprise Finance software

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