<p>Gaston County is an Equal Opportunity employer with over 1,500 employees. As such, we value diversity and strive to create a workplace that is inclusive and supportive of all individuals. Our full-time Human Resource Department is responsible for recruiting and retaining qualified employees to ensure that we have the best talent to serve our communities.</p> <p>The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform.</p> <ul> <li> <p>Lead HR managers in administering Total Rewards programs, including benefits and compensation/classification initiatives.</p> </li><li> <p>Supervise staff; contribute to department goal-setting, policy development, and performance evaluation.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage contracts and vendor relationships; prepare, evaluate, and negotiate RFPs for benefits and compensation studies.</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee Total Rewards program performance, resolve operational issues, and drive innovation and strategic alignment.</p> </li><li> <p>Assist with HR budget planning and interpret compliance requirements.</p> </li><li> <p>Conduct strategic analysis and present reports and recommendations to stakeholders.</p> </li><li> <p>Analyze payroll and policy matters using sound HR judgment.</p> </li><li> <p>Conduct compensation audits; ensure internal equity and maintain annual Pay Plan Narratives.</p> </li><li> <p>Lead position reclassification and classification projects; manage salary surveys and FLSA reviews.</p> </li><li> <p>Submit legally required EEO-4 reports biennially.</p> </li><li> <p>Serve as Acting HR Director in their absence and perform additional duties as required.</p> </li><li> <p>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business, Public Administration, or a closely related field.</p> </li><li> <p>Minimum 7 years of progressive HR experience and 5 years of HR leadership or experience in a management role.</p> </li><li> <p>Valid driver's license.</p> </li><li> <p>Preferred: Experience in local government and SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification</p> </li></ul> <p>Candidates selected will undergo a background check. The candidate selected must undergo and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.</p>