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Human Resources Director G135


Summary

Columbus Consolidated Government

Human Resources Director - G135

SALARY

$115,000.00 - $125,000.00 Annually

LOCATION

City Hall, GA

JOB TYPE

Full-Time Regular

JOB NUMBER

2025-00000204

DEPARTMENT

Human Resources

DIVISION

Human Resources

OPENING DATE

07/18/2025

CLOSING DATE

Continuous

 
 

Major Duties and Responsibilities

 

This position is responsible for overseeing the operation of the department of Human Resources.

  • Manages, directs, plans, and coordinates the operations of the Human Resources department; develops and implements comprehensive HR strategies that align with CCG’s overall business objectives. Provide strategic direction and leadership to the HR department, ensuring that all HR initiatives support CCG’s mission and goals.
  • Oversee the recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes to attract and retain top talent. Develop and implement effective talent management strategies, including succession planning, career development, and performance management programs.
  • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment by promoting open communication, employee engagement, and conflict resolution. Address employee concerns and grievances promptly and effectively, ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements. Develop and implement programs and policies that promote a diverse and inclusive workplace. Serve as secretary and liaison to various personnel, employee, and retiree boards and committees. 
  • Design and manage competitive compensation and benefits programs that attract and retain employees. Conduct regular market analysis to ensure the City’s compensation and benefits packages remain competitive and aligned with industry standards. Administers employee compensation and classification pay plan; develops recommendations for the Council; reviews and approves all promotions and changes in salary.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive training and development programs to enhance employee skills and competencies. Ensure employee access to ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Oversee the administration of vehicle liability, general liability, and workers’ compensation programs. Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Develop and implement policies and procedures to mitigate risks and ensure a safe and compliant work environment.
  • Develop and maintain HR metrics and reporting systems to track key performance indicators and measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives. Provide regular reports to senior management on HR-related metrics and trends.
  • Assist with the implementation and management of HR technology systems, including HRIS, applicant tracking systems, and performance management software. Maintain official personnel files for all employees. Develop and manage the HR department's budget, ensuring that all HR initiatives are cost-effective and aligned with CCG’s financial goals. 
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned. 

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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

 

  • Knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
  • Knowledge of management and supervisory techniques.
  • Knowledge of human resources principles and practices, benefits, training and development, and performance management. 
  • Knowledge of office administration practices and procedures, such as letter writing and the operation of standard office equipment, including computers, HRIS, applicant tracking systems, and performance management software.
  • Skill in negotiating, mediating, and brokering compromises.
  • Skill in analysis and decision-making.
  • Skill in investigating and evaluating complex issues.
  • Skill in using computers and various software programs.
  • Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments.
  • Skill in interpersonal relations.
  • Skill in oral and written communication, including presentations and public speaking.

 

Minimum Educational and Training Requirements

 

A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field is required. A master's degree is highly preferred, along with five to seven years of executive management experience as the administrative head or assistant administrative head of a city or county human resources department, or equivalent experience in other government, private business, or organizations of similar size or scope. Human resources knowledge and experience must be sufficient to fully understand the diverse goals and functions of the various subunits, enabling effective direction and coordination of work within the human resources department. 

Membership and involvement in professional human resources organizations, such as IPMA (International Public Management Association for Human Resources) or SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management), would be a plus. Professional certifications, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR, demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional development.

 

Physical Requirements

 

The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table.  The employee must occasionally lift light objects.  Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

  • Balancing – maintain equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching.
  • Feeling – perceiving attributes of objects by touch with skin, fingertips.
  • Handling – picking, holding, or working with whole hand.
  • Hearing 1 – perceiving sounds at normal speaking levels, receive information.
  • Hearing 2 – receive detailed information, make discrimination in sound.
  • Kneeling – bending legs at knee to come to rest at knees.
  • Lifting – raising objects from lower to higher position, moving objects side to side, using upper extremities, back.
  • Manual Dexterity – picking, pinching, typing, working with fingers rather than hand.
  • Mental Acuity – ability to make rational decisions through sound logic, deductive reasoning.
  • Reaching – extending hands or arms in any direction.
  • Repetitive Motion – substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers.
  • Speaking – expressing ideas with spoken word, convey detailed, important instructions accurately, concisely.
  • Standing – for sustained periods of time.
  • Talking 1- expressing ideas by spoken word.
  • Talking 2 – shouting to be heard above ambient noise.
  • Visual Acuity 1 - prepare, analyze data, transcribing, computer terminal, extensive reading.
  • Visual Acuity 2 - color, depth perception, field of vision.
  • Visual Acuity 3 - determine accuracy, neatness, observe facilities/structures.
  • Walking - on foot to accomplish tasks, long distances, or site to site.

 

Benefits

 

The Columbus Consolidated Government is proud to offer an exceptional compensation and benefits package.  Benefits include the following:

  • Low-cost Medical Insurance
  • Prescription Drug Plan
  • Dental Plan
  • Vision Plan
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Supplemental Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability       
  • Credit Union     
  • Direct Deposit
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • Vacation Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • PERK Time Off
  • Retirement Plan
  • Supplemental Retirement Plan
  • Free and Discounted Services
  • Employee Assistance Program

Take advantage of these free and discounted City Services offered to all City Employees.
  • Discounted Movie Tickets
  • Free Notary Services
  • Ride a Metra Bus for Free
  • Free Mulch
  • Free Fire/Safety Home Inspection
  • Driver's Training for Employee Dependents
  • Oxbow/Bull Creek Golf Course discounts
  • River Center Discounts
  • Cell Phone Carrier Discounts

 
Retirement Plan
The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a defined benefit retirement plan to eligible employees who work in General Government and in Public Safety.  Employees in the pension plan must meet both age and years of service requirements to qualify for retirement.  The current vesting period is ten years, and the current pension contribution rate is 8% of your gross salary. 

Supplemental Retirement Plan
The Columbus Consolidated Government offers a Deferred Compensation Plan or supplemental retirement plan that is tax deferred. This plan allows employees to contribute a portion of their salary, before federal and state taxes, to a retirement account.  Your compensation is more than a paycheck, it allows you to plan for your financial future as well. 
 
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