Commissioners approve HR manager / risk manager job description

Columbia County commissioners approved a human resources manager/risk manager job description and authorized staff to post the position.

HR staff (Speaker 5) explained the distinction between a director and a manager role, saying a manager would “continue these programs” rather than build an HR department from scratch. Staff recommended the manager/risk manager job description and noted an internal candidate who has worked with HR for two years; staff emphasized they must remain neutral in the hiring process.

Committee member (Speaker 4) moved to approve the job description for a human resources manager/risk manager at pay grade 15. The chair called for a vote and the motion carried.

The commissioners instructed staff to advertise the position for a limited period (staff mentioned posting until Wednesday of the coming week) and to return with candidates and potential interview scheduling. If several candidates apply, the commissioners will decide on interviews and next steps.

What’s next: staff will post the job and notify the internal candidate; the board will review applicants and schedule interviews if multiple qualified candidates emerge.