Director of Human Resources & Organizational Develpment

Definition

The City of Missouri city seeks a director of human resources and organizational development to provide strategic leadership for the city's human capital programs, workforce development, and organizational culture. this role is key to supporting a high-performing, accountable, and service-oriented municipal organization.

Reporting relationship:
Assistant City Manager.

Examples of Work

Provides strategic, citywide leadership for human resources and organizational development, aligning workforce strategies and programs with the City's vision, strategic plan, and City Council priorities. Oversees core HR functions including recruitment, classification and compensation, civil service administration, training and leadership development, employee and labor relations, benefits and retirement coordination, risk management, and HR systems to ensure effective, equitable, and legally compliant service delivery.

Serves as a member of the City's Leadership Team and advisor to executive leadership on civil service, labor relations, workforce policy, and organizational effectiveness, representing the City before the Civil Service Commission. Leads organizational development and workforce sustainability initiatives, including employee engagement, retention, succession planning, performance management, and workforce analytics to support a high-performing, accountable, and service-oriented municipal organization.

Education, Experience, or Certification

Minimum qualifications include a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public administration, business administration, human resources, organizational development, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred. Professional human resources certifications, such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR, are also preferred. Candidates must have at least eight years of progressively responsible professional HR experience, including a minimum of four years in a supervisory or management role, with experience in local government or the public sector strongly preferred.

A valid Texas driver's license is required.

Supplemental Information

To apply for this opportunity, submit your cover letter and resume to  direct all inquiries to 65th north group, Dave Ross, at  or .