Assistant Director of Human Resources

Salary : $72,899.00 - $118,641.00 Annually
Location : New Bern, NC
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 00602
Department: Human Resources
Opening Date: 06/03/2026
Closing Date: 6/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


General Definition of Work
Performs complex professional and administrative work involving a variety of specialized assignments in the administration of the human resources management program.; does related work as required.Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Director of Human Resources. Supervision is exercised over department personnel in the absence of the Director of Human Resources.

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks
Assisting with the development and implementation of policies and procedures ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations; providing policy interpretation; Screening applications and resumes as necessary; maintaining records and files; preparing reports.

(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Assists Director of Human Resources with the administration of the human resources management program to include planning, organizing and directing the day-to-day operations of the department.
• Supports the Director of Human Resources in developing, implementing and assessing department goals, and long-term organizational strategies.
• Assists in department budget preparation and monitors expenditures in assigned area.
• Assists with researching, analyzing, developing and implementing human resources programs, policies, and procedures on a wide range of human resources related issues.
• Provides assistance to city staff in the interpretation and administration of Human Resources policies and procedures.
• Conducts special studies; manages projects; analyzes complex situations and presents recommendations for resolution; prepares presentations and reports.
• Works with the Director of Human Resources in advising department heads and managers using sound human resources strategies, practices and techniques to solve complex and sensitive employee and organizational issues.
• Provides policy interpretation and guidance to hiring managers on methods of recruitment, screening, interviewing and selection.
• Assists, as necessary, in the preparation and maintenance of human resources information system (HRIS) to include benefits entries and changing/updating employee data.
• Provides HRIS technical support, training, and guidance to Human Resources staff; serves as resource for problem solving.
• Assists departments with the development and coordination of assessment centers and other complex candidate screening processes.
• Supervises recruitment by developing recruitment advertisements for position vacancies; researches and recommends recruitment sources as needed.
• Screens applications and resumes as necessary and distributes to appropriate hiring manager.
• Conducts background and reference checks on applicants; coordinates pre-employment screenings.
• Assists with benefit management and administration.
• Compiles information and prepares a variety of monthly and annual reports for City, state, and federal agencies.
• Assists in the preparation and administration of the Classification Pay Plan by conducting job audits, preparing class specifications; conducts and participates in classification and compensation studies.
• Reviews completed work assignments of Human Resources staff as needed.
• Trains and serves as a mentor for Human Resources staff, as requested by the Director of Human Resources.
• Makes presentations as requested; Represents the department as various community events and career fairs.
• Serves as Acting Director of Human Resources when required.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the philosophies, principles and practices of municipal human resources management; thorough knowledge of the organization and administration of municipal government; strong oral and written communication skills; ability to effectively present ideas to individuals or groups of various sizes; ability to conduct effective applicant interviews; ability to prepare and maintain detailed and technical records; ability to research, collect, organize, analyze and present data; ability to resolve conflict; ability to maintain and exhibit sensitivity, discretion and integrity when handling sensitive personnel matters; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, job applicants and the general public.

Requirements
Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university with major course work in human resources management or related field and considerable experience in human resources; considerable progressively responsible experience in human resources (preferably in local government). Supervisory experience is preferred.

Special Requirements
Possession of an appropriate driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina.
CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS ARE REQUIRED ON FINAL INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL CANDIDATE(S)
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