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Mississippi Municipal League

Location:
United States, Starkville

Category:
Human Resources

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Job Description:

HR Director for the City of Starkville.

Job Responsibility:

Provide strategic leadership and direction for all operations within the Human Resources Department
Supervise and evaluate HR staff
assign duties, address concerns, offer guidance, and administer disciplinary actions when necessary
Leads the analysis and resolution of employee relations issues, including grievances, workplace conditions, disciplinary actions, and classification disputes
formulates recommendations and negotiates outcomes
interprets personnel policies for employees, public officials, and the general public
Advises and supports the Mayor and Board on personnel-related matters
provides expert guidance to department directors, supervisors, and employees on human resources policies and procedures
Oversee recruitment, hiring, promotion, and reassignment processes in alignment with established procedures and best practices
Directs all aspects of personnel and benefits administration, including recruitment, staff retention, workers' compensation, compensation and classification systems, and drug screening programs
Manages employee benefits programs
evaluates and recommends changes
reviews contracts and proposals from vendors, third-party administrators, and service providers
Collaborates with legal counsel to interpret new policies, procedures, and regulations
recommends the adoption or revision of programs accordingly
Attends meetings, seminars, and professional development activities to stay informed about trends, changes, and best practices in HR and city governance
provides guidance based on this knowledge
Leads the development and maintenance of wage and salary surveys, job analyses, job descriptions, and the City's classification and pay plans
Compiles, tracks, and analyzes administrative and statistical data related to departmental operations
conducts research, performs calculations, and prepares reports as required
Consults with department heads, division managers, professional staff, and external consultants to assess administrative needs and align HR programs with organizational goals
Designs and implements training and development strategies to improve employee performance
addresses performance deficiencies
coordinates and documents corrective actions in accordance with City policy
Provides leadership in developing and refining internal and external HR policies through cross-departmental collaboration
Proactively identifies and resolves operational challenges
anticipates and mitigates potential crises
Models and promotes the City’s core values by cultivating a work environment that fosters high morale, respect, and productivity
Continuously seeks improvements to HR operations, aiming to enhance efficiency, reduce processing times, and deliver quality customer service
Provides strategic consultation and recommendations to the Mayor
assists in the development and management of the City’s personnel budget
Performs other related duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational success

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field from an accredited college
Eight (8) years of increasingly responsible administration experience including five (5) years of supervisory or management experience
Must possess a valid Mississippi Driver’s License and acceptable MVR
Knowledge of Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, and policies related to human resources and municipal government operations
Knowledge of Principles and practices of public administration and the functions of local government
Knowledge of Administrative structures and interdepartmental relationships within municipal government
Knowledge of Budget development, financial management, and resource allocation
Knowledge of Organizational development and management principles, including program planning, implementation, and evaluation, as well as staff supervision and project management
Skills and Ability to: Analyze complex problems, evaluate alternatives, anticipate outcomes, and implement effective solutions aligned with organizational goals
Understand the structure and functions of City departments and collaborate effectively with external agencies
Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced, interruption-prone environment
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with individuals at all levels of the organization and the public
Exercise sound judgment, discretion, and initiative within established policies, procedures, and legal frameworks
Build and maintain positive, cooperative, and productive working relationships across all levels of the organization
Work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision, while adhering to City and departmental policies

Nice to have:

Master’s degree in Business Administration or Public Policy or related field from an accredited college
Ten (10) years of increasingly responsible municipal administration experience including six (6) years of supervisory or management experience

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Job Posted:
December 10, 2025

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Hr director

Mississippi Municipal League

Location:United States, Starkville

Category:Human Resources

Contract Type:Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:December 10, 2025

Location:
United States, Starkville

Category:
Human Resources

Contract Type:
Not provided

Job Posted:
December 10, 2025