Deputy Human Resources Director

Job Description

Job Description

Come be part of a team and an organization where what you do matters!

The Town of Johnstown, Colorado is actively recruiting a Deputy Human Resources Director to be part of our dynamic and passionate team. Our friendly neighborhoods, excellent public services, and quality shopping centers are just a few reasons why many people choose to live and work in Johnstown. With a current population of 22,000, Johnstown is one of the fastest-growing communities in Northern Colorado. Every role has the potential to positively impact our community.

The Deputy HR Director supports the HR Director in providing leadership, strategic direction, and oversight of HR, Risk Management, and Payroll functions. The role helps develop and implement HR practices and objectives that align department programs with the Town's guiding principles and strategic priorities. The Deputy also assists in executing Town Manager directives, supporting policy development, and coordinating interdepartmental initiatives. In the Director’s absence, the Deputy manages all departmental operations.

The ideal candidate will have a broad range of HR Generalist experience enabling them to flex up or down to support ever-changing departmental needs.

Expected starting salary: $117,548 - $143,997, DOQ.

The Town is committed to supporting the professional growth of its employees, offering comprehensive training and ongoing professional development opportunities.

To be considered, please submit your resume and cover letter to the official posting at: johnstownco.gov/employment.

Applications will be accepted through July 26, 2026.

The Town of Johnstown provides generous benefits including vacation, holiday, sick time, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan contributions, and health savings accounts.

The Town of Johnstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection be based on job-related factors. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.