Human Resources Director

CITY OF TYBEE ISLAND, GA

HR DIRECTOR JOB POSTING: JUNE 2025

The City of Tybee Island, GA is seeking an experienced human resources professional to join the leadership team. Reporting directly to the City Manager, the HR Director supports a team-based employment culture across all City departments, drives strategic policy and HR direction, and manages the administration of critical HR functions. Overseeing compensation & benefits, training and development, employee engagement, recruiting & onboarding, and HR compliance & administration, the HR Director supervises one HR Generalist and supports a workforce of 130+ employees. The HR Director serves as confidential counsel and trusted HR resource to all Department Heads, City leaders, and employees, ensuring open, two-way communication across the City that fosters a positive work environment.

Position Requirements

To be considered for this position:

• At least 5 years progressive experience in Human Resources required, including an operational and strategic approach to the HR function.
• Supervisory experience of at least 2 years in an HR role required.
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) strongly preferred (or the ability to obtain a professional certificate in human resources within 1 year required).
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field required, Master’s degree in HR preferred.
• Knowledge of public administration principles and practices preferred.
• Experience within City government and knowledge of the laws that govern public employees preferred.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of relevant computer software including HRIS, ATS, LMS, MS and Google suite of tools required.
• Ability to professionally and effectively communicate and interact with all levels of management, employees, members of the general public, and all other groups involved in the activities of the Human Resources Department and personnel matters as they relate to the City of Tybee Island government.
• Ability to use independent judgement and discretion in all aspects of the HR Director’s role, including managing emergency situations, determining and deciding upon procedures to be implemented, setting priorities, maintaining standards, and resolving conflicts.
• Interest in being a strong contributor in a vibrant, collaborative environment.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary range begins at $118K with broad room for growth according to skills and experience.
• Excellent benefits including generous options for medical and dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, pension plan or 457(b), and substantial paid holidays.
• Great work environment in the heart of Georgia’s barrier islands. 

Interested candidates meeting the stated qualifications are invited to submit resume and cover letter to HR partner Suzanne Kirk of Employee Development Strategies, Inc. at [email protected]. No phone calls to the City, please.

The City is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.