HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

Salary

$115,315.20 - $137,862.40 Annually

Location

Cabarrus County, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY26-01412

Department

HUMAN RESOURCES

Opening Date

07/23/2026

Closing Date

8/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hiring range for this position is $115,315.20 - $137,862.40. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile. Pay grade for this position is 35.

Cabarrus County Government Seeks Human Resources Director:

Shape the future of our workforce. Strengthen our organization. Make an impact in our community.

Cabarrus County Government is seeking a strategic, collaborative, and experienced Human Resources Director to lead the County's comprehensive human resources program. Reporting directly to the County Manager, this executive-level position serves as a trusted advisor to County leadership and plays an essential role in developing the people, policies, and practices that support effective public service.

The Human Resources Director will lead and develop the Human Resources team while providing strategic direction across the full range of HR functions, including recruitment and selection, employee relations, classification and compensation, benefits administration, performance management, training and development, policy administration, organizational development, and regulatory compliance.

This position will partner closely with the County leadership, department directors, supervisors, and employees to address workforce priorities, resolve complex personnel matters, strengthen business processes, and cultivate an effective and engaged workforce. The Director will also represent the County in regional and statewide human resources programs and discussions.

The successful candidate will be a thoughtful and solutions-oriented leader who can balance organizational strategy with responsive service. This individual will demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, emotional intelligence, and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an accomplished HR professional to influence organizational strategy, develop innovative workforce solutions, and make a lasting impact on Cabarrus County Government and the community it serves.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A master's degree in human resources, public administration, business administration, organizational leadership, legal, or a related field; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources management, public administration, business administration, organizational development, legal, or a related field.
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including substantial experience in employee relations, classification and compensation, recruitment and selection, benefits administration, performance management, policy development, compliance, and supervision or management of staff.
• Human resources experience in local government, or another public-sector environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience advising executive leadership and managing complex personnel matters.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, organizational development, and public administration.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop staff, manage change, and build effective partnerships.
• Senior-level HR certification such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, IPMA-SCP, SHRM-CP, PHR, IPMA-CP, or a comparable senior-level HR certification is preferred.

About Cabarrus County, NC:

Cabarrus County is a thriving and rapidly growing community that is home to a little over 250,000 residents across Concord, Kannapolis, Harrisburg, Midland, and Mount Pleasant. The County offers a unique blend of vibrant communities, historic downtowns, established neighborhoods, new development, and rural landscapes.

Cabarrus County has a diverse and expanding economy supported by industries such as healthcare, advanced manufacturing, life sciences, logistics, aviation, and motorsports. Residents enjoy quality schools and healthcare, parks and recreational opportunities, arts and cultural experiences, shopping, dining, and well-known attractions, including Charlotte Motor Speedway, Reed Gold Mine, Atrium Health Ballpark, and the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center.

As one of North Carolina's fastest-growing counties, Cabarrus County provides an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of a thriving community. Cabarrus County Government is committed to responsive public service, responsible stewardship, collaboration, and innovative solutions that support residents and strengthen the community.

General Definition of Work:

Performs difficult professional and executive work planning, organizing and directing the Countys overall human resources program. Work is performed under the general supervision of the County Manager. Supervision is exercised over department personnel. Represents County Manager in regional/state HR programs/issues.

Examples of Duties

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks:

Planning, directing, supervising and coordinating the Countys human resources and personnel process, system and staff; ensuring compliance with local, state and federal regulations; overseeing the preparation and maintenance of personnel records and files; employee and manager training; special projects as requested including organizational structure and workflow.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Manages, oversees, administers and coordinates the Countys human resource process and functions including classification and pay, employee relations, affirmative action, recruitment and selection, performance management, training and benefits administration.
• Consults and provides advice on personnel matters, which include interpretation of actions, policies and procedures for employees, supervisors, County Manager, Board of Commissioners and the general public.
• Serves as HR business partner working with departments on workflow, business processes, staffing, etc.
• Assists in resolution of non-routine personnel matters such as disciplinary procedures and discrimination charges.
• Oversees and administers special projects such as the development of new or revised policies and procedures.
• Monitors and addresses employee relations concerns, manages the internal grievance process and coordinates response to external complaints.
• Partners with Risk Management/Safety on employee ADAAA, WC and light duty concerns.
• Oversees county Wellness & Health programs and staff.
• Reviews ongoing personnel actions for accuracy and uniformity.
• Attends Board of Commissioners, staff and professional meetings.
• Prepares and schedules staff development and training.
• Conducts exit interviews and work climate surveys, provides assistance with action planning.
• Participates in interviews and assessment panels.
• Coordinates management, supervisory and employee training programs.
• Ensures compliance with federal and state employment standards.
• Assists the County Manager, County officials, department directors, supervisors and employees on personnel related matters such as promotion, demotion or discipline.
• Administers performance management program, reviews performance evaluations for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintains records and handles related correspondence.
• Oversees the processing and maintenance of personnel records and files.
• Responsible for department budget, vendor contract negotiations.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of the philosophy, practices, legal principles, Federal laws and guidelines as they relate to public administration; comprehensive knowledge of the methods and practices of classification and pay, testing and selection and affirmative action; general knowledge of governmental organization and administration and labor relations; thorough knowledge of organizational development and behavior; ability to present ideas effectively, either orally or in written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with County officials, associates and the general public; ability to conduct evaluations and studies and to prepare related reports and recommendations.

Minimum Education / Experience requirements

Education and Experience:

• A master's degree in human resources, public administration, business administration, organizational leadership, legal, or a related field; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources management, public administration, business administration, organizational development, legal, or a related field.
• Five to seven years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including substantial experience in employee relations, classification and compensation, recruitment and selection, benefits administration, performance management, policy development, compliance, and supervision or management of staff.
• Human resources experience in local government, or another public-sector environment is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience advising executive leadership and managing complex personnel matters.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, organizational development, and public administration.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to develop staff, manage change, and build effective partnerships.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Senior-level HR certification such as SHRM-SCP, SPHR, IPMA-SCP, SHRM-CP, PHR, IPMA-CP, or a comparable senior-level HR certification is preferred.

Some county job postings indicate that you can qualify with an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If this language is included in the job description, it means you may qualify through either education, your years of directly related experience, or a combination of both.

If you have indicated that you have earned a certificate, diploma, or degree from a technical school, college, or university, please note that Cabarrus County will verify your educational credentials. Official transcripts must clearly show the specific credential awarded to ensure accurate validation.

Special Requirements:

Possession of an appropriate drivers license valid in the state of North Carolina. HR certifications to include PHR, SPHR, SHRM and/or IPMA preferred.

Physical Requirements:

This is sedentary work requiring the exertion of up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to move objects; work requires reaching, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.

Supplemental Information

Supplemental and Contact Information:

Cabarrus County selects applicants for employment based on job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or political influence.

Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Transcripts, degree evaluations and cover letters may be uploaded with your application. Applicants who obtained their education outside of the United States and its territories are expected to assume responsibility for having their academic degrees validated as equivalent to a degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone.To check the status of your application, please log in to your account. Processing applications will take an average of 6 - 8 weeks due to the high volume of applications received. It is not necessary to contact the Human Resources Office to check the status of an application. Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the most qualified applicants.

For technical issues with your applications, please call the NEOGOV Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 704-920-2200.

• Earned vacation & sick leave

• 11-12 paid holidays per year

• Floating Holiday

• Paid Personal Day

• Bereavement Leave

• Paid Parental Bonding Leave

• Participation in the Local Government Employees Retirement System

• Mandatory 6% employee contribution

• 5% employer-paid contribution to NC401K, with no employee match required

• Employees have the option to contribute additional monies to the NC401K plan or to a 457 retirement savings plan

• Health Insurance plans

• Consumer driven plan including a health savings account

• PPO Plan

• Optional dependent coverage - employee/spouse, employee/children, & employee/family

• Comprehensive health & wellness program

• On-site exercise equipment & programs

• Health & wellness themed instructional classes

• Employee health clinic

• Employee assistance program (ex. Individual & family counseling, legal & financial services, child & elder care location assistance, etc.)

• Choice of optional dental plans

• PPO (Preferred Provider Option) or non-PPO

• Optional dependent coverage - employee/spouse, employee/children, & employee/family

• Vision Plan

• Includes an annual routine eye exam for individuals on the health insurance plan.

• Optional eyewear plan available

• $20,000 of term life insurance & accidental death & dismemberment coverage with employer-paid premiums

• Employee option for up to $50,000 of additional term life coverage

• Optional dependent life insurance coverage for spouses & children

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you havent completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.) Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit.

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education completed?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

03

Do you have a Valid Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

04

How many years of experience do you have working in federal, state, and/or local government in Human Resources?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-5 years
• 6-9 years
• 10 or more years

05

Do you have experience advising executive leadership, governing boards, department directors, or other senior leaders on human resources strategy and complex personnel matters?

• Yes
• No

06

Please indicate your experience level with the following specific Human Resources function: Employee Relations

• Little or no experience
• Moderate experience, 1-2 years
• Strong experience, 3-5

07

How many years of supervisory or managerial experience do you have?

• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-5 years
• 6-9 years
• 10 or more years

08

Please describe your leadership experience, including the number and types of employees supervised, your approach to developing staff, and your experience managing organizational change.

09

Please indicate your experience level with the following specific Human Resources function: FMLA/Leave Management

• Little or no experience
• Moderate experience, 1-2 years
• Strong experience, 3-5 years

10

Please indicate your experience level with the following specific Human Resources function: Benefits Administration

• Little or no experience
• Moderate experience, 1-2 years
• Strong experience, 3-5 years

11

Please indicate your experience level with the following specific Human Resources function: Compensation

• Little or no experience
• Moderate experience, 1-2 years
• Strong experience, 3-5 years

12

Please indicate your experience level with the following specific Human Resources function: Recruitment / Selection

• Little or no experience
• Moderate experience, 1-2 years
• Strong experience, 3-5 years

13

Please indicate your experience level with the following specific Human Resources function: Performance Management

• Little or no experience
• Moderate experience, 1-2 years
• Strong experience, 3-5 years

14

Please indicate your experience level with the following specific Human Resources function: Training including creation, delivery and tracking

• Little or no experience
• Moderate experience, 1-2 years
• Strong experience, 3-5 years

15

What do you consider to be your primary area(s) of professional strength?

16

Have you worked with these computer systems? This is NOT a yes or no question. You must list in detail the name of the system and platforms used in each system. Munis (Tyler Technologies) NeoGov (list any that apply) • Insight Hiring • Onboard • Perform • Learn • TCP

17

Do you possess any Human Resources certifications (i.e., PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, and/or IPMA-HR)? If so, please list each certification and indicate whether it is currently active.

18

What are your salary expectations?

Required Question

Employer Cabarrus County

Address 65 Church St S

Concord, North Carolina, 28025

Phone 704-920-2200

Website http://cabarruscounty.us