Human Resources Director

Door County seeks a dynamic Human Resources Director with strong leadership, communication, organizational, and human resources management skills, along with the judgment and experience to lead HR functions across a complex public-sector organization. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in employee relations, classification and compensation, labor relations, policy administration, recruitment, and employment law while promoting consistency and effective service across County departments. This individual will be a collaborative and approachable leader who builds trusted relationships with County leadership, department heads, employees, and governing committees. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, professionalism, and the ability to balance day-to-day human resources needs with broader workforce and organizational priorities.

Expected Hiring Range: $125,000–$140,000 (DOQ)

Minimum Qualifications

-Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field. A master’s degree is preferred.

-At least five years of progressively responsible human resources experience, including two years of supervisory or leadership experience in employee relations, classification and compensation, and policy administration.

-Experience in labor relations, including contract administration and grievance handling.

-Demonstrated experience applying employment laws and personnel policies in a complex organization.

-Professional HR certification, such as SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP or SHRM-CP, or ability to obtain certification within one year of hire.

-Public-sector human resources experience, preferably in county government, is strongly desired.

-Valid Wisconsin Driver’s License.

-Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

View full details and apply at www.public-advisors.com/doorcounty

APPLY TODAY!
Innovative Public Advisors (IPA) is conducting the executive recruitment process for this position. Applications are now being accepted until the position is filled, with a first review no later than October 9, 2026.

Please email your cover letter, resume, salary history, and professional references to Jess Wildes at jess@public-advisors.com.

Please direct questions to Jess at 262-339-5658.

https://www.public-advisors.com/doorcounty

Deadline Note: Please email your cover letter, resume, salary history, and professional references to Jess Wildes at jess@public-advisors.com.