Human Resources Director
Open until Filled.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position: Human Resources Director
Job Status: Exempt: Full-time
Reports to: Butler County Board of Supervisors
Supervisory
Responsibilities: None
Starting wage: $30/hour DOE
I. GENERAL FUNCTIONS
This is responsible administrative work, participating in the overall direction and coordination of the human resources of Butler County.
Work involves responsibility for facilitating policy preparation for the County Board, Personnel Board, and Officials as it relates to human resources, with emphasis upon compliance with current legal requirements for human resources. Work involves performing a variety of administrative responsibilities. Work includes developing improved methods and procedures for county human resource operations; developing improvements in administrative planning and organization, workflow, and cost controls; and acting as a resource for the County Officials and Department Heads in overseeing personnel actions relating to employees within the county; acting as a resource for county employees in personnel matters. Manage Payroll and Benefits, providing accurate and timely processing and records.
The position involves a high level of judgment and decision-making on a daily basis. Position works independently. Position receives general supervision from the Butler County Board of Supervisors, with work being reviewed in the form of written reports and results received.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
· Examines existing county operations and recommends necessary improvements in planning and organization, workflow, reporting structures, and cost controls.
· Compiles and analyzes statistical data in the preparation and administration of federal reporting requirements, including Title VI, as requested.
· Administers the personnel system within the county, consisting of assisting the Officials and Department Heads in processing personnel actions, monitors employee evaluation system, job descriptions, and advising supervisors on personnel matters as requested.
· Administers new employee orientation about the employee benefits, including insurance enrollment, retirement benefits, etc.
· Maintains knowledge of industry trends and employment legislation and ensures organizational compliance, and attends training as needed.
· Integrates new programs and processes to optimize efficiency and uphold legal requirements.
· Communicates changes in personnel policies and procedures to ensure that proper compliance is followed.
· Resolves routine and complex departmental problems in accordance with established departmental and county policies and procedures.
· Assist management with personnel matters and provide appropriate recommendations.
· Perform salary comparability studies or recommendations as requested.
· Prepares and maintains a centralized employee file management system.
· Assist in updating the county handbook and county policies.
· Attend and manage Safety Committee meetings, process minutes, and perform duties as assigned.
· Assist in standardized recruiting, hiring, and termination procedures of employees as requested (i.e., job fairs and conducting exit interviews).
· Recommend activities to enhance employee morale.
· Coordinates the Information Technology efforts of the county.
· Act as liaison to employees as it relates to human resource matters.
· Maintain compliance with federal requirements, ADA, FMLA, FLSA, HIPAA, and Title VI compliance.
· Train employees on county policies to include anti-fraud, safety, security, etc.
· Develops and maintains filing, accounting, and data processing systems; coordinates new systems with current procedures.
· Manage and maintain county insurance claim processing, as assigned.
· Develops and maintains a variety of statistical and operational reports and procedures; prepares special analyses and reports, making recommendations as required.
· Prepare and manage annual human resources budget.
III. OTHER NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES
· Other duties as assigned
IV. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
· Knowledge in human resource management and associated Federal and State law requirements.
· Knowledge of the principles of management and organization.
· Knowledge of the principles, methods, and practices of county finance, budgeting, and accounting.
· Knowledge of organizational and administrative policies and procedures.
· Ability to analyze administrative problems and situations and to present appropriate facts and recommendations concisely in written or oral form.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with county officials, other employees, and the public.
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
V. DESIRABLE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
· Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in human resources, public, business administration, or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills for the position.
· Considerable experience in a responsible administrative and supervisory capacity.
VI. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· Must be 19 years of age
· Must have a high school diploma or GED
· Must be able to legally work in the United States
· A bachelor's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with emphasis in human resources, public or business administration, or related legal field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills for the position.
VII. WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary.
VIII. OTHER
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Interested persons should obtain an application form at the Butler County Human Resource Office or use the application link at the top of this page, and send the completed application, resume, and cover letter to Heidi Loges, Butler County Human Resources Director, 3190 N Rd., Ste 1, David City, NE 68632 no later than January 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Questions please call (402) 367-7497 or email
Butler County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This position is subject to a veteran’s preference.