Human Resources Manager

Are you a people-centered HR professional ready to make a difference in a community as vibrant as its natural surroundings? The City of Mountain Home is seeking an experienced Human Resource Manager to lead our HR operations with independence, professionalism, and heart. Here, your work truly matters—and once you're off the clock, you can trade the office for breathtaking mountain views, sparkling lakes, and endless outdoor adventures. Why Mountain Home? Nestled in the stunning Ozark Mountains , Mountain Home, Arkansas, is a beautiful, friendly town surrounded by two crystal-clear lakes and three freshwater rivers. If you love hiking, fishing, boating, kayaking, or simply soaking up natural beauty , you'll feel right at home. Our community boasts small‑town warmth, low cost of living, and outdoor recreation around every corner. This is the kind of place where people wave from their porches—and where you can build a meaningful career and an enviable lifestyle. What You'll Do As the City's Human Resource Manager, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to department heads and the Mayor, while independently managing the full spectrum of HR functions.

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading recruitment and full‑cycle hiring for all City departments Managing onboarding, orientation, and employee development processes Overseeing employee performance evaluations and coaching support Administering employee benefits including health, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, and retirement programs (LOPFI & APERS) Guiding employee relations and promoting a positive workplace culture Ensuring compliance with FMLA, ADA, labor laws, and municipal policies Administering workers' comp, unemployment claims, and risk‑management support Maintaining confidential personnel, medical, legal, and compliance records Preparing HR reports, policies, and supporting strategic workforce planning Serving as the City's HR expert, advisor, and advocate for employees citywide Your work helps keep our city running smoothly—and ensures our team feels valued, supported, and empowered. What You Bring High school diploma or equivalent (required); bachelor's degree in HR or related field preferred Minimum of 5 years HR management experience HR certification (PSHRA, HRCI, or SHRM) highly desirable Strong knowledge of municipal, state, and federal HR regulations Ability to thrive as a department of one—organized, self‑driven, and resourceful Exceptional communication, discretion, and problem‑solving skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite A genuine desire to serve employees and help shape the future of our city workforce Why You'll Love Working With Us Meaningful, community‑focused work Opportunity to build, influence, and enhance citywide HR programs Supportive leadership and close‑knit team dynamics A lifestyle balanced by nature, recreation, and community pride If you're ready to bring your HR expertise to a place where your work has purpose and your surroundings inspire you daily, we'd love to meet you. Apply today and help us continue making Mountain Home a great place to live, work, and serve!

Pay:

$61,630.00 - $85,238.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person