Deputy Director, Human Resources

Job Posting End Date: April 26, 2026 at 11:59pm CST

Hiring range: $155,792 to $190,860 ($74.90 to $91.76 per hour). Starting rate will depend on experience, education, and qualifications. Advancement opportunities exist for individuals motivated to move up within Anoka County.

Come join our team at Anoka County where you can serve your community while enjoying the benefits of work-life balance! This includes 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 holidays your first year.

In order to be considered for this position, information to support your answers must be included in your application. A resume attachment is optional and cannot be used in place of this application. Applications must be received by the closing deadline of 11:59pm on 04/26/2026 in order to be considered.

Position Description

The Anoka County Human Resources Department provides a full spectrum of talent management services including but not limited to classification, compensation and benefits, recruitment and selection, employee relations, labor relations, performance management, and organizational development.

The Deputy Director, Human Resources guides and controls the departmental activities of Anoka County’s Human Resources department. This position collaborates and partners closely with the Chief Human Resources Officer to develop department strategic plans that align with county objectives and establishes departmental policies, practices, and procedures that have a significant impact on the county.

This position is subject to an employment agreement and is appointed by and serves at the will of the Anoka County Board of Commissioners.

This is a full-time, exempt, hybrid position. Interviews will take place the week of May 4th, 2026, for those selected to move forward in the hiring process. 

Pay & Benefits

• Salary: $155,792 to $190,860 ($74.90 to $91.76 per hour).

• Anoka County Salary Schedule Grade 43: $155,792 to $225,908 ($74.90 to $108.61 per hour).

• 24 days of paid flexible time off and up to 12.5 paid holidays.

• Comprehensive insurance, including medical, dental, vision, flex benefits and more at  https://www.anokacountymn.gov/benefits

• Medical and dental clinic exclusive to employees, located at the Anoka County Government Center.

• Pension plan and other retirement investment options.

• Advancement/professional development opportunities.

Work Location

• This position will work at the Anoka County Government Center, located at 2100 3rd Ave, Anoka, MN 55303.

• This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work, with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.

• Expected work hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
These examples are not all inclusive and are intended to be illustrative of primary responsibilities of an Anoka County Deputy Director, Human Resources.

• Manage and provide leadership for all aspects of HR including employment, education/training, talent acquisition, development, compensation, benefits, and employee relations. Ensure the overall employee experience is executed accurately defined by internal and external policies.

• Partner with managers to analyze and prioritize critical county challenges. Provide support, counsel and leadership on all complex people-related matters.

• Direct budgetary management relative to workforce planning and Human Resources programs across Anoka County. Utilize metrics to support budget and resource allocation.

• Oversee Compliance Programs, such as EEOC, EEO-4, Affirmative Action and Diversity initiatives as aligned with the direction of County Administration and the Board of Commissioners.

• Oversee the development of and lead and communicate the implementation of new organizational processes, business processes, and legislation changes aligned with Human Resources department initiatives; contribute to project/department milestones/goals while adhering to approved budgets.

• Identify key performance indicators for the county’s human resources and talent acquisition functions.

• Guide and mentor direct reports and provide direction to Human Resources individual contributors through a team of managers.

Qualifications and Requirements:

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Needed

• Requires a bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of job-related experience.

• In lieu