Job Description

TOWN OF APEX

invites applications for the position of:

HR Manager - People & Operations

EXPECTED HIRING RANGE: $95,765 - 117,26 (full salary range from $95,765 - 148,404)

WORK LOCATION: 73 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502

SCHEDULE: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

POSTING CLOSING DATE: Open until filled, priority given to those applications received before November 11th

Please note: Resumes and Cover Letters are required

Step into a pivotal leadership role that shapes the employee experience and drives organizational excellence. We’re seeking a strategic and highly skilled Human Resources professional to oversee and elevate the day‑to‑day operations of our Employee Relations and Classification & Compensation functions. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team, provide expert guidance on complex HR matters, and ensure consistency, fairness, and alignment with organizational goals. As a trusted partner to the Human Resources Director, you’ll also serve as their backup and collaborate on key initiatives and high‑impact projects that move the department forward. This is a dynamic opportunity for a proactive HR leader who thrives on problem‑solving, continuous improvement, and supporting others’ success. If you’re ready to bring your expertise, leadership, and vision to a role that truly makes a difference, we’d love to meet you.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:

• Oversees area of classification and compensation, including but not limited to, overseeing implementation of any new classification and compensation plans, supervision of annual position study, review of reclassifications, ensuring compensation policy is appropriately administered, and supervision of Compensation Analyst.
• Oversees employee relations policies and practices, to include supervision of Human Resources Business Partner team, who are first point of contact and resolution for daily employee relations issues.
• Provides support and assistance to the Human Resources Director; serves in the absence of the Human Resources Director.
• Provides regular guidance, training, feedback and encouragement to Compensation Analyst and Human Resources Business Partners.
• Evaluates human resources processes and systems applicable to divisions supervised and leverages technology to create efficiencies.
• Develops and recommends policies, procedures, programs and performance benchmarks pertaining to divisions supervised.
• Monitors legislation and best practices in human resources management and communicates to HR staff members.
• Resolves complex, sensitive and controversial problems involving all aspects of public personnel administration; consults with Human Resources Director in resolution of problems.
• Develops complex reports and analysis on human resource management, operational and administrative activities, performance indicators and workload indicators for the department and organization; makes data-driven recommendations.
• Reviews organizational systems and processes related to portfolio area and recommends solutions and new programs.
• Performs other job-related tasks as required.

WHAT SETS YOU UP FOR SUCCESS:

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, psychology, or related field with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in Human Resources; experience in advising, coaching and/or supervising others; or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

WHAT SETS YOU APART:

A master’s degree or PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification is preferred. In addition, experience in the specific areas of employee relations and compensation within a local government setting is highly desired.

GET TO KNOW APEX:

Known as "The Peak of Good Living", the Town of Apex is a rapidly growing Wake County municipality with a current population of more than 84,000 and has been ranked as one of Money Magazine's Best Place to Live in America. Our current workforce is comprised of over 740 full-time employees and over 125 part-time/seasonal staff. Our Human Resources Department - with the support and confidence of Town leadership - is committed to providing best-in-class HR programs for our employees, with a mission to create a culture of empowerment and accountability that maximizes individual and organizational potential. We offer a generous benefit package and have a highly competitive compensation program. More than that, the Town is an awesome place to work, as evidenced by the high job satisfaction rating received in the last employee opinion survey conducted with our employees.

BENEFITS THAT SUPPORT YOU:

Not only is the Town "The Peak of Good Living", but it's also a great place to work! We strive to "reach the peak" of being an employer of choice by providing competitive salaries and excellent benefits, including:

• Free or low-cost medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees
• 5% contributions to the NC401(k) retirement plans (no matching required)
• Participation in the Local Government Employees' Retirement System (LGERS)
• Traditional sick and vacation leave
• 80 hours Peak Paid Time Off per year
• $1,200 Peak Lifestyle Benefit to pay for health and wellness activities (after completion of probation)
• 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• 3 weeks of Paid Caregiver Leave
• Bereavement leave
• 13 paid holidays
• Longevity pay
• Tuition assistance
• Expansive wellness program, and more!

KEEP IN MIND:

Providing a safe work environment for our employees is a top priority, therefore all new hires must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test, post-offer functional testing (if required by position), background verifications including references, criminal record and driver's license check prior to employment. Some positions may also require SBI fingerprinting as part of the background screening process.

The Town of Apex provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation or marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.