Assistant Director of Human Resources

City of Fredericksburg

$95K — $125K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in HR, public administration, business administration, management, or related field
  • 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with supervisory or management roles
  • Ability to handle sensitive personnel issues with discretion
  • Strong communication skills and commitment to public service
  • Public-sector HR experience preferred
  • Relevant HR certifications (SHRM, IPMA, SPHR, or PHR) preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop HR staff to meet departmental goals
  • Partner with department heads on employee relations and performance management
  • Facilitate process improvements in recruitment and compensation
  • Oversee the coordination of HRIS, payroll, and benefits
  • Act as the Acting Director of Human Resources in the Director's absence

Benefits

  • Full-time position
  • Paid training
  • Opportunities for career development
  • Stable and rewarding career serving the community
  • Collaborative and supportive team environment
Full Job Description
Assistant Director
of Human Resources

CITY OF FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA
Hiring Range: $95,000 - $125,000 DOQ

Full-Time | Benefits | Paid Training

What You'll Do

As the Assistant Director of Human Resources, you will be the HR Director's strategic partner and a trusted advisor to City leaders. You will help guide the systems, policies, relationships, and talent practices that enable employees to serve Fredericksburg well.
Staff Development and Leadership
Lead, coach, and develop Human Resources staff while helping shape departmental priorities and service delivery.Collaboration with Department Heads
Partner with department heads on complex employee relations, performance management, leave, policy, and compliance matters.Process Improvements and Coordination
Advance practical improvements in recruitment, classification and compensation, HRIS/pay and benefits coordination, and workforce initiatives.Interim Leadership Role
Serve as Acting Director of Human Resources when the Director is absent.Minimum Qualifications
  • A bachelor's degree in HR, public administration, business administration, management, or a closely related field.
  • At least six years of progressively responsible professional HR experience, including supervisory, management, or lead responsibility.
  • The ability to navigate sensitive personnel matters with discretion, fairness, and confidence.
  • Strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to responsive public service.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Public-sector or local government HR experience.
  • SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, IPMA-SCP, IPMA-CP, SPHR, or PHR certification.
BRING YOUR LEADERSHIP TO FREDERICKSBURG
This is more than a job. It is an opportunity to build a stable, rewarding career while serving the residents and businesses of Fredericksburg. Join a knowledgeable, dedicated team that values accuracy, fairness, collaboration, public service, and committed to the City's Core Values.

Apply online:www.fredericksburgva.gov/careers
The position will remain open until filled.

Questions? [email protected]

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