Asst Director of HR

Position: Assistant Director of Human Resources Location: Mishawaka, IN - 100% onsite About the Opportunity for an Assistant Director of Human Resources: • Join the City of Mishawaka's HR team in a leadership role supporting city-wide personnel needs • Contribute to employee relations, compliance, and benefits administration in a collaborative environment • Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership while ensuring fair and consistent HR practices Overview of the Assistant Director of Human Resources role: • Perform duties of the HR Director in their absence, supervising HR staff and overseeing daily operations • Manage recruitment processes including job postings, interviews, references, onboarding, and orientation • Administer benefits programs, FMLA, workers' compensation, and employee leave policies • Support testing, onboarding, and new hire processing for public safety employees (Fire/EMS/Police) • Assist with job descriptions, policy updates, health & wellness programs, and compliance reporting • Provide HR guidance to employees and department heads on policies, procedures, and employment laws Preferred Qualifications for the Assistant Director of Human Resources role: • Associate's degree in HR, Business, or Organizational Development required; Bachelor's degree preferred • Previous professional HR experience required (municipal/government setting a plus) • SHRM-CP certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification • Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to handle sensitive matters diplomatically • Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain accurate records, and support a diverse workforce • Valid driver's license with safe driving record; flexibility for occasional evenings, weekends, or travel #INFEB2026 Click here to apply online EB-1215095364

Created: 2026-03-06