Posted: Aug 22, 2025
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Director of Human Resources

County of Nevada - Nevada City, CA
Full-time
Salary: $164,710.20 - $201,077.16 Annually
Application Deadline: Sep 22, 2025
Human Resources

Director of Human Resources

County of Nevada, California

Nevada City, CA

Annual Salary: $164,710.20 – $201,077.16 DOE/DOQ

 

The County of Nevada, California is seeking a visionary and collaborative Director of Human Resources to guide the organization through a period of transformation and growth. Reporting directly to the Assistant County Executive Officer (ACEO), this servant leader provides strategic oversight of all human resources functions, including talent acquisition, employee and labor relations, benefits, and organizational development, ensuring high-quality service delivery across all programs.

 

The ideal candidate is an accomplished human resources (HR) professional with substantial county-level HR experience and a proven record of leading change, fostering employee engagement, and strengthening organizational culture. A strategic thinker and relationship-builder, this individual brings integrity, humility, and strong communication skills to strengthen the department’s role as a trusted partner and service leader. This role offers a unique opportunity to modernize systems and processes, enhance employee relations, and help shape the County’s future workforce. With the vision to align people, processes, and purpose, this leader advances the County as a high-performing organization, defined by continuous improvement, accountability, innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence at every level. Continue advancing a high-performing organization and shaping the future of Nevada County, apply today!

 

View the full recruitment brochure here: https://indd.adobe.com/view/504d8b4b-f148-45d1-8444-a303b4eb85e5

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This position receives an annual salary of $164,710.20 – $201,077.16 DOE/DOQ, PLUS a generous benefits package.

 

HOW TO APPLY: For first consideration, apply by September 22 at: https://wbcpinc.com/job-board/

 

SAVE THE DATES

Round one interviews will take place virtually during the second week of October. Finalists will move forward to round two in-person interviews, which will take place during the fourth week of October. Selected candidates must be available for both dates.

 

QUESTIONS?

Please contact your recruiter, Terri Maus-Nisich, with any questions: