Deputy Director, Human Resources

Anoka County

3d • $155,792 - $190,860 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Anoka County Human Resources Department provides a full spectrum of talent management services including but not limited to classification, compensation and benefits, recruitment and selection, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, and organizational development. The Deputy Director, Human Resources guides and controls the departmental activities of Anoka County’s Human Resources department. This position collaborates and partners closely with the Chief Human Resources Officer to develop department strategic plans that align with county objectives and establishes departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the county. This position is subject to an employment agreement and is appointed by and serves at the will of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners. This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of May 4th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of job-related experience.
• In lieu of the required education, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s or master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5 years of full-time paid experience managing and mentoring staff members who are direct reports.
• HR Professional certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent.
• Experience leading teams and creating positive and productive work environments.
• Ability to implement and lead change initiatives across multiple business levels.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong problem solving and innovative skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide leadership for all aspects of HR including employment, education/training, talent acquisition, development, compensation, benefits, and employee relations.
• Ensure the overall employee experience is executed accurately defined by internal and external policies.
• Partner with managers to analyze and prioritize critical county challenges.
• Provide support, counsel and leadership on all complex people-related matters.
• Direct budgetary management relative to workforce planning and Human Resources programs across Anoka County. Utilize metrics to support budget and resource allocation.
• Oversee Compliance Programs, such as EEOC, EEO-4, Affirmative Action and Diversity initiatives as aligned with the direction of County Administration and the Board of Commissioners.
• Oversee the development of and lead and communicate the implementation of new organizational processes, business processes, and legislation changes aligned with Human Resources department initiatives; contribute to project/department milestones/goals while adhering to approved budgets.
• Identify key performance indicators for the county’s human resources and talent acquisition functions.
• Guide and mentor direct reports and provide direction to Human Resources individual contributors through a team of managers.

Benefits

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.
• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits
• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.
• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.
• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees