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23d ago

Director of Human Resources

Town of Smithfield, VA Smithfield, VA

Smithfield, VA

23d ago

$89k - $118k/yr Full time Senior Employee Records Employee Relations

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Job Description

The Town of Smithfield, Virginia is seeking an experienced human resources leader to oversee HR, risk management, and safety programs under the Town Manager. This role partners with the town’s leadership team to align people programs with municipal goals, delivering proactive, compliant people operations across departments.

Job Details

Location: Smithfield, VA (onsite)
Salary: USD 89,083 - 118,035 per year
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in human resource management, human/social science, or related field

Responsibilities

Advises the Town Manager and Leadership Team on human resources, risk management, and safety matters
Oversees recruitment and selection processes for the town
Executes new-hire orientations covering safety and risk management topics
Maintains personnel files and confidential/medical records
Updates job descriptions and the town’s pay/classification structure
Oversees performance management processes
Plans and administers employee benefits, including renewals and open enrollment; assists employees with benefits questions
Administers the workers’ compensation program
Processes property and liability claims
Develops and coordinates employee relations and safety training
Oversees the personnel manual, including policy development and revision, with recommendations to Town Council
Provides guidance on personnel policies to leadership
Interprets and ensures compliance with federal and state safety regulations
Oversees OSHA compliance
Ensures compliance with HR regulations including FMLA, FLSA, and EEO
Assists in preparing proposals, specifications, and contracts for personnel services
Acts as risk management coordinator, ensuring compliance with carrier guidelines
Oversees the Safety Committee
Manages the VRSA insurance policy
Handles special projects assigned by the Town Manager
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, human/social science, or related field
PHR, SPHR, or IPMA-CP certification preferred, but not required
Extensive experience in human resources management as a generalist or in three or more specialized areas
Experience with OSHA safety standards and risk management principles preferred
Strong written and verbal communication skills required
Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues
Ability to work independently and under deadline pressure
Equivalent training, education, and/or experience acceptable
Background check and drug screen required

Technologies

Microsoft Office
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft PowerPoint

Benefits

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan

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