Human Resources Director

About the Position

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.

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Welcome to Door County

Door County is one of Wisconsin’s most distinctive destinations, known for its scenic Lake Michigan shoreline, vibrant communities, thriving tourism economy, and exceptional quality of life. Surrounded by more than 300 miles of shoreline, the County offers a unique combination of natural beauty, small-town character, and year-round recreational and cultural opportunities.

Home to approximately 30,000 year-round residents, Door County includes a diverse collection of cities, villages, towns, and unincorporated communities. Its population grows significantly during the summer and fall tourism seasons, creating a dynamic environment for local government and public services.

Residents and visitors enjoy extensive parks, beaches, trails, boating, fishing, arts and cultural attractions, locally owned businesses, restaurants, wineries, orchards, and year-round community events. The County’s strong sense of place and community pride make it an attractive destination to live, work, visit, and build a career.

Door County government provides a broad range of essential services to residents and communities throughout the peninsula. The organization values professional public service, collaboration, responsible stewardship, and a workplace where employees can contribute meaningfully to the communities they serve.

With its remarkable natural setting, engaged communities, strong local economy, and exceptional quality of life, Door County offers an outstanding opportunity to build a career while living and working in one of Wisconsin’s most recognizable and unique regions.

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Human Resources Director

The Human Resources Director leads and administers Door County’s organization-wide human resources functions, providing leadership in employee relations, classification and compensation, recruitment, labor relations, policy administration, benefits, compliance, and workforce planning. Reporting to the County Administrator, the Director exercises independent judgment and delegated authority in routine personnel matters while advising County leadership on complex, high-risk, and financially significant issues.

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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.