Assistant Director of Human Resources

Dallas County•Adel, IA

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About The Position

Dallas County seeks an energetic, forward-thinking Assistant Director of Human Resources to help lead and strengthen Human Resources operations in a dynamic and growing local government organization. This role is suited to a collaborative Human Resources professional who thrives in the public sector, navigates complex administrative challenges, and provides service to employees at all levels of the County. As a key member of the Human Resources team, the Assistant Director serves as a strategic partner to the Human Resources Director. In collaboration with the Director, the position leads the administration and oversight of benefits, employee leaves, payroll, recruitment, workers’ compensation, safety programs, onboarding, compliance, and other Human Resources initiatives. The Assistant Director helps advance departmental goals, provides guidance across HR functions, and contributes to policies, programs, and best practices. The position serves as Acting Human Resources Director in the Director’s absence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
5–7 years of relevant Human Resources experience.
Comprehensive knowledge of Human Resources laws, regulations, and best practices, including employment law, payroll requirements, benefits administration, safety and risk management, recruitment, and compensation principles.
Experience administering FMLA, benefits programs, and employee leaves.
Strong communication, problem-solving, planning, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and competing deadlines.
Collaborative leadership style and ability to support HR team members while independently managing critical Human Resources functions.

Nice To Haves

Human Resources experience in the government sector.
Familiarity with HRIS and payroll systems.
Experience with Tyler Technologies software, such as Tyler ERP.

Responsibilities

Support the overall management and administration of Human Resources for Dallas County and serve as Acting Director of Human Resources when required.
Oversee the workers’ compensation program, including claim monitoring, OSHA reporting, coordination with injured employees, and support for safety training programs.
Administer compensation programs and employee leave management, including FMLA and other protected leaves; guide employees through the FMLA process, review eligibility, track leave, and ensure compliance with state and federal laws.
Manage benefits administration, including onboarding and offboarding, open enrollment, vendor coordination, monthly reconciliation, and compliance with regulatory requirements and collective bargaining agreements.
Process and track Short-Term Disability (STD) claims and coordinate with third-party administrators to ensure accurate pay and reporting.
Oversee COBRA administration, maintain accurate HRIS data, and support ACA reporting requirements.
Support the performance evaluation process and provide guidance to department leaders.
Assist with the bi-weekly payroll process in partnership with HR staff and serve as the primary backup for payroll operations.
Help maintain and troubleshoot the County’s employee timecard system to ensure accurate timekeeping and smooth system functionality.
Assist with overseeing County recruitment programs and related initiatives.
Maintain tracking tools for leave not captured in the HRIS and ensure accurate recordkeeping across HR systems.
Build strong relationships with internal and external partners, including County leadership, elected officials, vendors, and regulatory agencies.