Human Resources Director

Job overview

The Human Resources Director role is onsite in East Greenbush, NY, serving Rensselaer County. Starting salary is approximately $101,182. The position reports directly to the County Executive and leads countywide HR operations in a public-sector environment. The director shapes workforce strategy and organizational culture while supporting employees across county government. The role oversees labor relations, HR administration, compliance, staff supervision, and modernization of HR technology and systems.

What you'll do

• Direct countywide HR operations
• oversee labor relations, collective bargaining support, and employee relations
• administer compensation, classification, benefits, leave, and NYSERS-related processes
• ensure compliance with federal and New York employment laws
• supervise HR staff and policy implementation
• support HR technology modernization initiatives involving Tyler Technologies New World ERP and UKG Workforce.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

human resources director

east greenbush ny

rensselaer county

full-time

onsite

public sector hr

labor relations

collective bargaining

employee relations

benefits administration

nysers

$101,182 starting salary

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision coverage, paid leave, and participation in the New York State Retirement System.

Why this role

Public-sector, municipal, county, or unionized experience is strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree and SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, IPMA-HR, or related certification are preferred.

About the employer

Pracademic Partners is hiring for this role. Industry: Executive Offices. Sector: 92.