Human Resources & Risk Management Director

The City of Etowah's Human Resource Director serves as the chief administrator for all personnel, payroll, records management, and risk management functions for the City of Etowah. This position oversees recruitment, hiring, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, payroll processing, compliance reporting, workplace safety, liability mitigation, procurement, grant documentation, bidding processes, and workforce development. The Director ensures that all HR, payroll, purchasing, and risk management policies and practices align with federal, state, and local laws, and supports a professional, ethical, and service oriented culture across all departments.

The Human Resource Director is a strategic partner to the City Manager, Finance Director, and department heads—providing guidance on organizational structure, staffing needs, risk exposure, procurement, grant compliance, and employee support. This role requires exceptional judgment, confidentiality, and the ability to navigate complex personnel, payroll, purchasing, and safety matters with fairness and consistency.