Human Resources Director

Under the direction of the County Administrator / Controller, administers the county’s human resources and employee relations program. Coordinates the preparation for the county in the collective bargaining process and is responsible for administering the labor agreements. Represents the county in administrative forums related to employee relations. Coordinates the employment program, administers the wage and salary program, assures all statutory reporting and oversees all other components of the personnel and human relations program.

Master’s Degree in human resources management, labor relations, public administration, business administration or related field and seven years of progressively more responsible human resources / personnel administration experience preferably in county or local government. Valid Michigan Vehicle Operator’s License. Thorough knowledge of the professional public management techniques involved in budgeting, personnel administration, and resource management and the ability to identify and implement new best practices.  Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of government operations, federal and state labor law and case law, employee / labor relations, negotiating and settling collective bargaining agreements, grievances, employee benefit plans, worker’s compensation, disability and unemployment processes and budgeting and public administration. Considerable knowledge of applying local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations, developing and directing labor relations and human resources programs, handling employee grievances, negotiating and preparing contracts, and researching, analyzing and interpreting labor law.

Current salary range starting at $48.19 / hr progressing to $62.79 / hr (7-year progression) with a competitive fringe benefit package.

Submit a resume and Midland County application to :   Midland County Human Resources 220 W. Ellsworth Street, Midland, MI 48640. You can obtain an application from our website at https : / / midlandcountymi.gov / HR-vacancies .   Applications can be emailed to HR.  Deadline :   Until Filled.